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DAVID NICOLELLA

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DAVID NICOLELLA

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3 years of experience
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We are a fully licensed and insured excavation and outdoor contracting company working with residential and commercial properties. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset.

We are a fully licensed and insured excavation and outdoor contracting company working with residential and commercial properties. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our professionalism and skillset.

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ESC Excavating LLC

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ESC Excavating LLC

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7 years of experience
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Established is 2018, Owner Evan S Crichfield brings over 15 years of experience and knowledge to the construction/ excavation field. When choosing ESC Excavating you get to experience exceptional work quality and service that won?t disappoint. We at ESC cover a wide range of work which makes us your ?one stop shop?. Work included but not limited to, drainage, underground utilities, grading, demolition, forestry mulching, heaving mowing/ brush hogging/ field planting and land clearing. Based out of Washington Pa, we service a wide range of demographic. ESC Excavating is also willing to travel outside our service areas for the right job. Feel free to contact us at 724-413-5226 call/ text or email at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

Established is 2018, Owner Evan S Crichfield brings over 15 years of experience and knowledge to the construction/ excavation field. When choosing ESC Excavating you get to experience exceptional work quality and service that won?t disappoint. We at ESC cover a wide range of work which makes us your ?one stop shop?. Work included but not limited to, drainage, underground utilities, grading, demolition, forestry mulching, heaving mowing/ brush hogging/ field planting and land clearing. Based out of Washington Pa, we service a wide range of demographic. ESC Excavating is also willing to travel outside our service areas for the right job. Feel free to contact us at 724-413-5226 call/ text or email at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Luminous Electric LLC

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Luminous Electric LLC

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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
496 local quotes requested

Luminous Electric LLC, specializes in electrical work in Allegheny, Washington, Butler, Westmoreland, and Fayette counties. As a locally owned and operated business with over 12 years of experience, we provide quality work and prompt service. All work is guaranteed and fully insured. We handle any residential panel upgrade, switches, outlets, fixtures, tv wall mounts, fans, ev chargers, pool heater wiring, spa wiring and much more! Give us a call today! 412-652-3830

"Shane was quick and not overpriced. Did an excellent job replacing my foyet light."

Casey C on October 2025

Luminous Electric LLC, specializes in electrical work in Allegheny, Washington, Butler, Westmoreland, and Fayette counties. As a locally owned and operated business with over 12 years of experience, we provide quality work and prompt service. All work is guaranteed and fully insured. We handle any residential panel upgrade, switches, outlets, fixtures, tv wall mounts, fans, ev chargers, pool heater wiring, spa wiring and much more! Give us a call today! 412-652-3830

"Shane was quick and not overpriced. Did an excellent job replacing my foyet light."

Casey C on October 2025

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Greg Fortunato Landscaping, LLC

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Greg Fortunato Landscaping, LLC

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Customers say: Quality work
17 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

We are able to meet all of your landscaping needs to include, designing, edging, mulching, plantings, waterfall hardscapes, and outdoor lighting.

"Amazing work!!! These guys are fast, neat and professional! We got some trees, shrubs, plants and mulch. I love the beautiful Japanese maple! The finished product was awesome! And, it’s all about the finish work that gives everything such a pop. Thanks, GFL!"

Michele H on March 2024

We are able to meet all of your landscaping needs to include, designing, edging, mulching, plantings, waterfall hardscapes, and outdoor lighting.

"Amazing work!!! These guys are fast, neat and professional! We got some trees, shrubs, plants and mulch. I love the beautiful Japanese maple! The finished product was awesome! And, it’s all about the finish work that gives everything such a pop. Thanks, GFL!"

Michele H on March 2024

Hritsko Landscaping

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Hritsko Landscaping

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
80 local quotes requested

We are an owner-operated landscaping company. We take great pride in the work we do and charge a fair price. The services we provide include paver patios, retaining walls, landscape lighting, landscape designs, lawn renovations, new lawn installations, edging, pruning, mulching and more.

"Ben and his crews are absolutely fantastic!!! Always on time, phenomenal work - fair pricing and always on top of things. Twice, because of weather restrictions during the week, they actually came and took care of my yard on Holidays (Mother’s Day & Easter). The landscaping they do is always first rate and they never cut corners…..6 Stars…if that’s an actual rating. Hire Them!!!!!"

Tom L on October 2023

We are an owner-operated landscaping company. We take great pride in the work we do and charge a fair price. The services we provide include paver patios, retaining walls, landscape lighting, landscape designs, lawn renovations, new lawn installations, edging, pruning, mulching and more.

"Ben and his crews are absolutely fantastic!!! Always on time, phenomenal work - fair pricing and always on top of things. Twice, because of weather restrictions during the week, they actually came and took care of my yard on Holidays (Mother’s Day & Easter). The landscaping they do is always first rate and they never cut corners…..6 Stars…if that’s an actual rating. Hire Them!!!!!"

Tom L on October 2023

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Fazio Excavating LLC

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Fazio Excavating LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

Fazio Excavating LLC is a family owned business. We are fully licensed and insured. We provide the following services but are not limited to: Excavation Grading French drains Retaining walls Concrete Demolition Land clearing Paver patios Snow removal And more

"It went perfectly and smooth. Everything was done safely and on time, Im excited to see how our landscape transformed after removing the work fazio excavating performed."

Chris C on December 2022

Fazio Excavating LLC is a family owned business. We are fully licensed and insured. We provide the following services but are not limited to: Excavation Grading French drains Retaining walls Concrete Demolition Land clearing Paver patios Snow removal And more

"It went perfectly and smooth. Everything was done safely and on time, Im excited to see how our landscape transformed after removing the work fazio excavating performed."

Chris C on December 2022

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Rick Page Quality Landscaping

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Rick Page Quality Landscaping

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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
161 local quotes requested

Rick Page Quality Landscaping is your go-to choice for all your landscaping needs in Pittsburgh. With a team of skilled professionals, we deliver top-notch results on every project. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us transform your outdoor space into a masterpiece.

"Rick and his crew transformed my jungle of a backyard into a nice, neat patio encircled by mulch where I can have plants I want and not the mass of weeds I had. I was pleased with the results."

Carmen L on October 2024

Rick Page Quality Landscaping is your go-to choice for all your landscaping needs in Pittsburgh. With a team of skilled professionals, we deliver top-notch results on every project. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us transform your outdoor space into a masterpiece.

"Rick and his crew transformed my jungle of a backyard into a nice, neat patio encircled by mulch where I can have plants I want and not the mass of weeds I had. I was pleased with the results."

Carmen L on October 2024

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Red Dog Ranch Excavation LLC

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Red Dog Ranch Excavation LLC

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18 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"After a spring and summer with numerous hard torrential rains, our long and steep drive had been rutting and eroding at a quickening pace. It was nearly impassible in several spots when P.J. And Mike came to evaluate. They were thorough and provided a very doable estimate. From their attention to detail, i felt confident they would do a good job for the cost. They called ahead and showed up as scheduled. They worked a hard 2-days of 10-11-hrs. I could not believe it was the same drive; leveled and smooth with new asphalt, holes and ruts eliminated and catch basins and water diversion added. I feel it was money very well spent and would recommend Red Dog and its conscientious workers without reservation."

Brian C on August 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"After a spring and summer with numerous hard torrential rains, our long and steep drive had been rutting and eroding at a quickening pace. It was nearly impassible in several spots when P.J. And Mike came to evaluate. They were thorough and provided a very doable estimate. From their attention to detail, i felt confident they would do a good job for the cost. They called ahead and showed up as scheduled. They worked a hard 2-days of 10-11-hrs. I could not believe it was the same drive; leveled and smooth with new asphalt, holes and ruts eliminated and catch basins and water diversion added. I feel it was money very well spent and would recommend Red Dog and its conscientious workers without reservation."

Brian C on August 2025

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Wilcox Property Restorations

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Wilcox Property Restorations

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5 years of experience

We speciailize in all areas of home improvement from new kitchens and baths, all types of flooring and painting.

We speciailize in all areas of home improvement from new kitchens and baths, all types of flooring and painting.

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Yes, to build a retaining wall, a permit is required. Similarly, any repairs or modifications to an existing retaining wall require permits. If the planned wall measures higher than 4 feet, most municipalities require designs and permits come through a licensed engineer. In some locations, if the wall is shorter than 4 feet, a permit may not be required. For the requirements in your area, contact your local government.

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.

There are contractors specifically trained in the design and construction of retaining walls. Retaining wall contractors are skilled at dealing with the soil on your property and assessing what kind of drainage should be installed. They will recommend the best materials to use for the project and can handle the processing of permits by local authorities.

Vinyl retaining walls are often the least expensive type of retaining wall, at $10 to $15 per square foot. This budget-friendly material is lightweight and durable, but it doesn’t have many decorative options. Untreated timber and railroad ties are the next step up, and start at $15 to $25 per square foot, respectively. High-end steel or natural stone tend to be the least wallet-friendly, but they’re extremely durable and come with a high-end look.

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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