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Grimes Masonry & Construction

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Grimes Masonry & Construction

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

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

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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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
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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32 local quotes requested
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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47 local quotes requested
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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38 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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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

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!

"I accidentally broke the PVC pipe leading out of the condensation drain coming out of my air conditioning unit. (This may seem to be a minor problem, but that is only because you didn't have to haul the buckets of water produced during this heat spell to the sump pump drain.) I put in the request on Monday afternoon. They arrived first thing Tuesday morning -- early. It took them all of about 15 minutes. I could not ask for better service. They were prompt, professional, friendly, and courteous."

Alonzo C on August 2024

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!

"I accidentally broke the PVC pipe leading out of the condensation drain coming out of my air conditioning unit. (This may seem to be a minor problem, but that is only because you didn't have to haul the buckets of water produced during this heat spell to the sump pump drain.) I put in the request on Monday afternoon. They arrived first thing Tuesday morning -- early. It took them all of about 15 minutes. I could not ask for better service. They were prompt, professional, friendly, and courteous."

Alonzo C on August 2024

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Patriot Maintenance

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Patriot Maintenance

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1 years of experience

Overall outdoor home maintenance. Mowing Trimming Mulching Fall cleanup Junk removal Contract or will call availability.

Overall outdoor home maintenance. Mowing Trimming Mulching Fall cleanup Junk removal Contract or will call availability.

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Matthias and Father's

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Matthias and Father's

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3 years of experience

Landscaping, Plant instal, Landscaping, irrigation, pool maintenance, decking and fence, lanscape and hardsacape lighting

Landscaping, Plant instal, Landscaping, irrigation, pool maintenance, decking and fence, lanscape and hardsacape lighting

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Generally, a railroad tie retaining wall consisting of a single line of ties should be between 3 and 4 feet tall—and the height often tops out at around 6 feet. You can go taller, but you may need additional footings and reinforcements, including a second layer of railroad ties to support the added weight of the soil it’s holding back.

If you don’t backfill a retaining wall—either at all or adequately enough—the wall won’t drain well, and water will be able to pass through it. Poor drainage will lead to a warped wall or a buildup of hydrostatic pressure, which can eventually collapse your retaining wall. If you have particularly sloped land, consult a structural engineer to ensure your hardscaping is adding value to your home.

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.

Even if you think you know how to build a retaining wall theoretically, doing the actual work is a completely different story. There are lots of nuances in building retaining walls, and the slightest oversight can compromise their integrity. Therefore, we recommend you hire a pro to build, repair, or replace retaining walls.

Railroad ties can be good for retaining walls, but it depends on the area. They have a desirable rustic look and are durable. The problem is they’re treated with creosote, a preservative the EPA says poses a risk to humans and wildlife. Over time, the preservative seeps out of the wood and into the ground. Many areas have banned the use of creosote-treated wood on residential properties. If your area does allow it, never use railroad ties near an edible garden or drinking water source. Instead, use wood that’s treated with an EPA-approved preservative or a wood-alternative composite material.

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