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"They did my concrete work and gave me the winning lottery numbers."

Sam B on August 2023

We are locally owned and operated. No job is too big or too small. Call us today for a free estimate! We are looking forward to going above and beyond on your project soon!

"They did my concrete work and gave me the winning lottery numbers."

Sam B on August 2023


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Gastley's Outdoor Services

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Gastley's Outdoor Services

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3 years of experience
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Gastley's Outdoor Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Gastley's Outdoor Services is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!


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Wivell's Landscaping

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Wivell's Landscaping

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6 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company and we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as, our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jacob and his partner was very friendly and professional . Jacob said it would be two weeks and it was exactly that. They took there time and my landscaping and trimming a williow tree came out great. Much better than the company i had last year. Highly reccomend."

David S on June 2020

We are a locally owned and operated company and we pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as, our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Jacob and his partner was very friendly and professional . Jacob said it would be two weeks and it was exactly that. They took there time and my landscaping and trimming a williow tree came out great. Much better than the company i had last year. Highly reccomend."

David S on June 2020


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Douglas O Kent Excavating

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Douglas O Kent Excavating

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44 years of experience

I’ve been an in-demand Excavating Contractor in East Berlin, Pennsylvania since 1981. I have the know-how to tackle everything from the smallest of repairs to large-scale projects. No matter the size of the job. I always work hard to ensure my clients are completely satisfied with my work. Call to schedule an initial consultation today. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

I’ve been an in-demand Excavating Contractor in East Berlin, Pennsylvania since 1981. I have the know-how to tackle everything from the smallest of repairs to large-scale projects. No matter the size of the job. I always work hard to ensure my clients are completely satisfied with my work. Call to schedule an initial consultation today. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!


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TLC Lawn Sprinklers, Inc.

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TLC Lawn Sprinklers, Inc.

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42 years of experience

TLC Lawn Sprinklers, Inc. is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Great experience."

Calvin K on August 2025

TLC Lawn Sprinklers, Inc. is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Great experience."

Calvin K on August 2025


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RA COMPANY L.L.C.

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RA COMPANY L.L.C.

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37 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

RA COMPANY L.L.C. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Good works "

Fabiola P on February 2025

RA COMPANY L.L.C. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Good works "

Fabiola P on February 2025


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Ox Construction

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Ox Construction

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37 local quotes requested
13 years of experience

Ox construction has been in business since 2012 and specializes plumbing services, repairs, inspections, installations, drain cleaning, septic tank services, excavation, grading projects general construction, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Note ANY Previous reviews from Rich Lacy to OX construction are FALSE REVIEWS and not mine somebody hacked me and posted them. With that said I was highly impressed with Ox construction!! They were super Fast thy did a super job and were very affordable. "

Richard L on November 2025

Ox construction has been in business since 2012 and specializes plumbing services, repairs, inspections, installations, drain cleaning, septic tank services, excavation, grading projects general construction, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Note ANY Previous reviews from Rich Lacy to OX construction are FALSE REVIEWS and not mine somebody hacked me and posted them. With that said I was highly impressed with Ox construction!! They were super Fast thy did a super job and were very affordable. "

Richard L on November 2025


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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Each design is different, so we can’t say definitively if you’ll need a dedicated drainage system in place for a two-foot retaining wall. However, you can likely skip the drainage, as this project is typically served for walls that are 4 feet tall or more. Even with a relatively low wall, consider drainage if you are building on top of clay or poor-draining soil types or if there are buried water sources nearby, like a well used for other outdoor garden projects.

The lifespan of a retaining wall varies based on its particular material, whether it was properly installed, how well it’s maintained, and your local climate. Concrete, stone, and brick retaining walls last the longest, with concrete lasting between 50 and 100 years on average. Brick tends to last the longest, with a minimum of one century, under the right conditions. 

Timber retaining walls can start to deteriorate at 20 years, depending on the wood quality, but in the best case, they can last 40 years. Pressure-treated wood retaining walls last 30 years on average.

Yes, you can use cinder blocks for many purposes, including retaining walls, foundations, garage walls, and fences. Building a cinder block retaining wall costs between $60 and $200 per linear foot, including materials and professional labor. For a 30-foot-long retaining wall, the cost ranges from $1,800 to $6,000.

Generally speaking, a retaining wall should be between 3 and 4 feet high, depending on variables such as the wall-building material, the purpose of the retaining wall, and more. If you want your retaining wall to be taller than 4 feet, check with your local building ordinance office for the maximum allotment. You may also need a special permit for retaining walls over 4 feet tall.

Small retaining walls still require a foundation of some kind, typically a concrete footing. This helps to ensure the wall is structurally sound and prevents the ground from shifting over time, especially during those winter freeze/thaw cycles. The footing helps spread the weight of the wall and the load it carries over a larger area of the ground, thus assisting with stability. This is true of small retaining walls, larger rock garden walls, and the like. 

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