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Avatar for The Outdoor Advantage LLC
The Outdoor Advantage LLC
4.4(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is wonderful ! They've done a number of jobs for us (stone patio, walled garden, lawn restore, tree removal, gutter cleaning, and others) Everything they've ever done has been done the best, very impressive When we asked for small changes they were done immediately They are definitely our "go to" company for outside work"
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+179

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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MC Landscaping LLC, Stone Work & Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

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Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied. They did a really good job. 4 trees removed. One close to the deck. They were careful not to damage the deck. Grounded the stumps and cleaned up everything. They were accommodating and very easy to work with, providing quick responses. Would hire them again. Much thanks to Juan for all of his supervision over the job."
Granite fire pit
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Tree work

+50

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Crab Home Solutions
4.9(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Blue Crab Home Solutiuons is an awesome home improvement company to work with. Both Nick and Zach were informative when they came to appraise the work I wanted done, they understood exactly what I wanted and they also made great suggestions to install a railing and gate on my front porch and install pavers on my walkway leading to the porch. Zach helped me select the perfect pavers for the project. I can't say enough good things about the workers who did the job. They were courtious, on time, fast and efficient. They kept me informed as they progressed to completion of the job. I highly recommend Blue Crab for any home improvement project no matter how small or large it may be. I will definitely call on them for any projects I need done in the future."
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+83

Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
131 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AZALEAS TO ZINNIAS
4.7(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle, the owner, was responsive to my inquiry and came out to do the estimate. I explained what we hoped to do and what our minimum we needed to have done and that we would decide based on the cost. Kyle created an estimate that was broken down into parts so that we could pick and choose what we wanted done. Work was started within a couple of weeks and completed in 2 days. I was happy with his staff and the work performed. The problem we had was afterward. After several days of rain, a section of the yard settled, including the rock wall. It was evident that the yard was not tamped well enough. I emailed Kyle and he agreed to come back out and fix the wall/yard where it settled. We decided to wait until the spring (original work was done in fall of 2017) in case there was more settling. In April I reached out to Kyle and he agreed to come out and take a look. I also informed him that the yard had settled more and it had created a low point where water was draining under the sidewalk and eroding the ground in that area. I have heard nothing from Kyle since then. I have since emailed him again and called him with no response. I was happy with the work overall, but not happy with the lack of follow through and communication. I have been waiting to write this review until the work has been completed, but now I'm unsure it that'll every happen."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Hoffman Landscaping
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We couldn't be happier with Hoffman Landscaping! The workmanship is high quality and the job was done on time and on budget. We had just rescued two dogs, and wanted to get our yard fenced in as soon as possible. Hoffman worked our fence install into their busy schedule, and returned soon after to install our paver walkway and patio. We love to sit on our new patio and watch our dogs run around the yard!"
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+36

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ridley's Landscaping LLC
4.7(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Najee and his team worked masterfully to repair our patio. They worked late on day 2 to finish our job in 2 days instead of the 3 days they had planned. They restored our 100 year old patio to its original beauty. Each worker was professional, paying great attention to detail. Najee stayed in contact to let me know when they would arrive. I highly recommend these young craftsmen."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Quality Landscape Services
5.0(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"They covered our entire 1/2 acre property which a few years back was the runner-up in the Baltimore Sun's best gardens review. Edged and cleared out all of our beds, spread 10 yards of mulch, and rebuilt a 70 yard long french drain. Our neighbors commented "It's looks like something you see in a magazine." We agree! Amazing team -- so polite, attention to detail, and hard working. Love these guys!"
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+46

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & W Brown Contracting, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very pleasant and knowledgeable contractor. Came on time. J & W know all about the bricks..and yes I would use them and recommend them to friends! 👍 job😍😀"
Remod
Remod
Remod
Remod
Remod

+6

56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Detailz Construction Corporation, LLC
4.0(
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Serving Timonium, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great company to work with. They removed my old deck and poured new concrete for a parking pad. Their crew kept the alley behind my house very clean and were very respectful of my neighbors. My parking pad looks great and I wish I hadn't waited as long as I did to complete the project. Thanks, Detailz!"
Little Italy Masonry Restoration
Historic pointing
Formstone Removal and pointing
misc pointing project
brick restoration

+85

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Most railroad tie retaining walls have a life span of 20 to 30 years, though you may need to replace your wall sooner if it’s repeatedly exposed to heavy rain, runoff, and excess moisture. Railroad ties are typically treated with creosote, which makes them much more durable than untreated wood. Though they last longer, they don’t last forever. For the most longevity, make sure your retaining wall has a sturdy base and steel reinforcements. You should also install drainage to direct water away from the wall.

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 material, installation quality, maintenance, and local climate, with an average range of 20 to 100 years. Retaining walls made from durable materials like concrete, stone, and brick generally last a minimum of 50 years. Concrete walls typically last between 50 and 100 years, while brick can last for over a century in ideal conditions. Timber retaining walls can last from 20 to 40 years, depending on the wood quality, and pressure-treated wood walls average around 30 years. It is important to note that a retaining wall can fail prematurely if it was poorly constructed, for example, with inefficient footings or without necessary rebar reinforcements.

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