"Repaired my attic stairs in less than 30 minutes. He gave valuable information on maintenance he even order additional parts just in his service is required again. I definitely will call him again for any other work I need done."
"He did a great job putting coat hooks into our brick wall and when one got loose he came back and replaced all of them with stronger screws. He did a great job painting our front door and cornice. Very nice and easy to work with. Only challenge is the language barrier."
"Great work, was easy to schedule and completed on time. Took down an old falling in retaining wall and unsafe steps, and replaced them, and redid the sidewalks. Now it is safer and much better looking."
"I called JES Foundation Company for a free inspection of my crawl space. I was concerned about a crack in my foundation wall. JES inspector Richard Sheman Showed up to inspect my foundation. He sent a text with the time of his arrival. He was pleasant and on time. He went into my crawlspace and inspected the crack in the wall and stated I had nothing to worry about. He was very knowledgeable about the foundation and itâ  s structure. He explain to me how I could fix the superficial settling crack and save a bunch of money. I appreciate the honesty of the business and I would recommend it to anyone who had the same concerns, and for any of their other services. Ron P Home owner."
"Did excellent work on a small job - finding and repairing a leak and internal damage it caused to ceiling and walls (drywall). David was very courteous and responded rapidly. Finding the source was difficult due to several possibilities nearby, finally was tracked to a crack in a sewer vent pipe hidden from easy view. David's response and service was professional and accomplished in a timely fashion. And the damaged area now looks like new."
"Kyle and his team did a great job with the work. The estimate was completed promptly and the work was started the next week. The retaining wall and patio look excellent. Kyle and the team kept me up to date with each part of the project."
"Very satisfied with brick mailbox, bricks matched house and he went the extra mile to locate a nice concrete topper. Most definitely would hire him again."
"I needed a ceiling patch. Install 2 new air vents and replace ballast, replace bubs in ceiling kitchen light (large ceiling light), replace bulb in ceiling fan and replace bulb in laundry light. Olvin Ramirez did it all and beautifully. He is kind, respectful, knowledgeable and very hardworking! I’ve never seen anyone who works as quickly and accurately as Olvin does. He was without a doubt the best handyman I have ever had the pleasure to work with and would greatly appreciate and welcome him into my home again for future projects."
"Tim did a phenomenal job power washing all the exterior surfaces of our home. He had knowledge about the very specific process for cleaning our stucco like surface and went over his work to make sure it met a very high standard. Weve already made plans to have him do some additional work. Also, he was very well priced."
While vinyl is the least costly material for building a retaining wall, the most cost-effective method is to use wood or concrete blocks for a DIY retaining wall under 2 feet tall. Wood is inexpensive but lasts 20 years or more with care. Concrete can cost a little more but is stronger and will last longer with less maintenance.
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.
Sand and gravel are two suitable options for filling behind a retaining wall. If you’re building your own retaining wall, you’ll complete this part of the process—known as backfilling—after you finish laying the blocks. Make sure not to skip it—otherwise, you could wind up with drainage issues, which can cause your retaining wall to collapse.
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.
The longevity of flood walls depends on how they were constructed, but most wood, gravel, and cement flood walls last 10 years. While aluminum flood walls may cost far more initially, they can be a good investment as they can last decades and will not be damaged by exposure to the elements.
The Joppatowne, MD homeowners’ guide to wall repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Kick erosion to the curb with an eye-catching retaining wall. Retaining wall costs in Baltimore, MD, vary based on the material, but this guide will help you budget.
Find out the average traditional stucco repair or partial replacement cost in Baltimore, MD. Learn what you can expect to pay to fix your home's exterior.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
