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Avatar for Gold Medal Construction, LLC
Gold Medal Construction, LLC
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Emergency services offered

"It was a pleasure working with Jim and his crew. Very professional and prompt. They fixed my step retaining wall which fell down during storm Ida. Did a great job. They sure know their work. Will definitely work with them again. Bharat"
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Masonry by Tommy, LLC
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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"It has been over a year since Tommy completely transformed our back yard. He rebuilt and added to a huge 75' x 10' retaining wall, then put in a gorgeous paver patio, front steps, and a walking path. Finally he stuccoed the entire lower level of our house. This was a massive project that he and his crew completed ahead of schedule. Tommy and his crew were always on time and worked diligently all day long, no matter how terrible the weather was. We trusted him with all his suggestions and advice, and he proved to be extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of this multi-faceted project. The end result of his hard work exceeded our very high expectations. If you are looking for someone who provides top-notch work and is a pleasure to deal with every day, choose Masonry by Tommy based in Lodi, NJ. They will leave you as impressed and grateful as we are!"
Response time30 mins
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Deal Construction, Inc.
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend them for any stonework you need. They installed a paver walkway and then rebuilt an old retaining wall. Quality work. They take pride in what they do and were great to work with."
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rustemi Construction, LLC
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Customers say: True professional

"Tony & crew did an excellent job building a new patio for me. Happy with the result I engaged them in replacing my retaining wall. They were accommodating of my plans and also provided expert suggestions that improved the overall look and value of the construction. They even respond when I call them for minor maintenance works and they show up. Many other contractors will run once they get their money and don't want to be bothered anymore."
Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Classical Pavers
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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"I had a photo of a brick pattern I saw in NC and shopped it around to several companies. Thiago was prompt in responding to my inquiry and providing an estimate. After a clarifications, we signed a contract and work began within a few months. The crew was super courteous and easy to work with. Any issues or concerns I had during the installation were immediately addressed without any hesitation or pushback. I am very pleased with the finished product."
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NJ SELECT CONSTRUCTION, LLC
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vinny did my pathway and front steps. The job was quite competent. He explained everything along the way and finished by cleaning everything. Will use them once more"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TD Pro Construction LLC
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Serving Demarest, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"Proffesional and easy to work with. I had to do a stone wall and they did a really awesome job. Gave me a fair price and i was so happy with the end result."
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Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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