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Mottern Masonry Design

4.93(
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Mottern Masonry Design

4.93(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Mottern Masonry Design is a Northern Virginia company with 20+ years of experience in the Masonry field. A benchmark in the masonry field, Mottern Masonry Design and all its employees strive to provide you with outstanding craftsmanship & durability, innovative ideas, exceptional customer service, and a beautiful end product. We specialize in creating custom walkways, stone & brick stoops, patios, fireplace profiles, chimney caps, and repairs of all sizes. We combine the ideas of our potential customers with our experience and expertise to create unique results that are a step above our competition. Award winning.

"Mottern masonry did an excellent job on the front of my house and the porch stoop. I would strongly recommend them. "

Keith W on November 2025

Mottern Masonry Design is a Northern Virginia company with 20+ years of experience in the Masonry field. A benchmark in the masonry field, Mottern Masonry Design and all its employees strive to provide you with outstanding craftsmanship & durability, innovative ideas, exceptional customer service, and a beautiful end product. We specialize in creating custom walkways, stone & brick stoops, patios, fireplace profiles, chimney caps, and repairs of all sizes. We combine the ideas of our potential customers with our experience and expertise to create unique results that are a step above our competition. Award winning.

"Mottern masonry did an excellent job on the front of my house and the porch stoop. I would strongly recommend them. "

Keith W on November 2025


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Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions

4.99(
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Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions

4.99(
70
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
Warranties offered

If you're looking for honesty and quality workmanship, you've come to the right place. Our specialty is drainage and landscaping, but whether a property needs storm drains, french drains, sump pumps, grading, leveling, excavation, patios, creative guttering for water removal or landscaping, we do all of the above with guaranteed results! Get in touch today for a consultation, and help us help you come up with the perfect drainage solution for your home or business!

"We are very satisfied with the work Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions LLC have done to our property and house. Over the past four years they have done three major projects for use. The first was replacing our rotting retaining wall and putting in a french drain system for the north side of the house which solved the water problem we had that had rotted the old retaining wall. They also replaced our old privacy fence with a new one. The last project that Adrian has done for us this summer was to fix our roof. Half the wood on the roof had to be replaced and when that was done new shingles were put on the whole house. It has been a pleasure working with Adrian and his crew. We have already been talking with Adrian about an upcoming project for next summer."

Ray D on November 2025

If you're looking for honesty and quality workmanship, you've come to the right place. Our specialty is drainage and landscaping, but whether a property needs storm drains, french drains, sump pumps, grading, leveling, excavation, patios, creative guttering for water removal or landscaping, we do all of the above with guaranteed results! Get in touch today for a consultation, and help us help you come up with the perfect drainage solution for your home or business!

"We are very satisfied with the work Premium Drainage & Erosion Solutions LLC have done to our property and house. Over the past four years they have done three major projects for use. The first was replacing our rotting retaining wall and putting in a french drain system for the north side of the house which solved the water problem we had that had rotted the old retaining wall. They also replaced our old privacy fence with a new one. The last project that Adrian has done for us this summer was to fix our roof. Half the wood on the roof had to be replaced and when that was done new shingles were put on the whole house. It has been a pleasure working with Adrian and his crew. We have already been talking with Adrian about an upcoming project for next summer."

Ray D on November 2025


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A Plus Electric

4.89(
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A Plus Electric

4.89(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

A+ Electric is Veteran-Owned and Operated serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C. communities. Our company emphasizes employing military veterans, giving back to communities, safety excellence, commendable customer service, and a focus on delivering the absolute best quality service in the industry. By volunteering at various events, we give back to our neighborhoods by assisting in restoration projects and environmental cleanup. A+ Electric believes in providing high-quality electrical services to customers, providing a diverse work environment for our electricians and employees, and demonstrating a fantastic connection with the communities we serve. We pride ourselves in providing our customers reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality workmanship. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"Great communication. Very nice people to work with. Come back a second time to explain what we didn't understand. Will keep their information for any future projects. Reasonably priced!"

Tammy C on December 2025

A+ Electric is Veteran-Owned and Operated serving Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C. communities. Our company emphasizes employing military veterans, giving back to communities, safety excellence, commendable customer service, and a focus on delivering the absolute best quality service in the industry. By volunteering at various events, we give back to our neighborhoods by assisting in restoration projects and environmental cleanup. A+ Electric believes in providing high-quality electrical services to customers, providing a diverse work environment for our electricians and employees, and demonstrating a fantastic connection with the communities we serve. We pride ourselves in providing our customers reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality workmanship. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.

"Great communication. Very nice people to work with. Come back a second time to explain what we didn't understand. Will keep their information for any future projects. Reasonably priced!"

Tammy C on December 2025


"I used them back in 2015 and was impressed with them. So I decided to use them again. I was quoted an hours worth of work. Then, when it came to the final bill, was charged for two hours worth of work, and this was with 2 men working the job. They were just replacing 3 pendant lights and 1 dining room light. So I was surprised and disappointed that it took that long. More importantly, one of the workers said something inappropriate to me. It made me feel very uncomfortable and afraid. So I called the owner to tell him what happened. He said he would speak to him. I felt like the owner could have taken me more seriously, been more sympathetic and apologetic about it. He made it sound like he was almost defending him. *** Update on this: The owner did speak with his crew member and said there was a misunderstanding of what he said and apologized for it. However, I know what I heard. Even to the end, it seemed like the owner was still defending him. Either way, I won't be using them again after my experience."

Amy W on August 2021

ESV, Inc. is a General and Electrical Contractor which provides various building and electrical services. We have been serving the metro area since 2007.

"I used them back in 2015 and was impressed with them. So I decided to use them again. I was quoted an hours worth of work. Then, when it came to the final bill, was charged for two hours worth of work, and this was with 2 men working the job. They were just replacing 3 pendant lights and 1 dining room light. So I was surprised and disappointed that it took that long. More importantly, one of the workers said something inappropriate to me. It made me feel very uncomfortable and afraid. So I called the owner to tell him what happened. He said he would speak to him. I felt like the owner could have taken me more seriously, been more sympathetic and apologetic about it. He made it sound like he was almost defending him. *** Update on this: The owner did speak with his crew member and said there was a misunderstanding of what he said and apologized for it. However, I know what I heard. Even to the end, it seemed like the owner was still defending him. Either way, I won't be using them again after my experience."

Amy W on August 2021


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Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC

4.91(
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Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC

4.91(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Outdoor Designs it Includes: MASONRY AND HARDSCAPE Drainage Solutions, Patios, retaining walls, walkways, fireplaces, firepit, fences, driveways, columns, ponds, mulch, etc. We have general liability insurance License Maryland ( MHIC No. 133815 ) License Virginia Class A VA 2705189468 Free Estimate and Designs

"Horizon Landscaping Designs did a superb job of refurbishing the retaining wall on our property. It required a significant effort as it was over 20 years old and beginning to collapse. The work was completed in only two days and the crew worked nonstop to get it done. The work was flawless and the wall is in top condition now. The cost was reasonable and well worth the quality of the work. We highly recommend Horizon!"

Kathy K on September 2025

Outdoor Designs it Includes: MASONRY AND HARDSCAPE Drainage Solutions, Patios, retaining walls, walkways, fireplaces, firepit, fences, driveways, columns, ponds, mulch, etc. We have general liability insurance License Maryland ( MHIC No. 133815 ) License Virginia Class A VA 2705189468 Free Estimate and Designs

"Horizon Landscaping Designs did a superb job of refurbishing the retaining wall on our property. It required a significant effort as it was over 20 years old and beginning to collapse. The work was completed in only two days and the crew worked nonstop to get it done. The work was flawless and the wall is in top condition now. The cost was reasonable and well worth the quality of the work. We highly recommend Horizon!"

Kathy K on September 2025


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Beacon Home Services, Inc.

4.64(
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Beacon Home Services, Inc.

4.64(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Beacon Home Services is a family owned and operated electrical & plumbing contractor. Our experienced plumbers & electricians have been providing superior services to the Northern Virginia Area since 2002. Our Master technicians are fully licensed and have more than enough experience to insure your satisfaction with our services. We have proven our ability to satisfy customers by reinventing the service industry and putting customer service at the top of our list! Customer safety is also very important to Beacon Home Services. That's why all our employees have gone through background checks so you can be sure that you're in good hands with Beacon Home Services.

"Pricing is a bit outrageous but the job was done as requested."

Thomas S on December 2025

Beacon Home Services is a family owned and operated electrical & plumbing contractor. Our experienced plumbers & electricians have been providing superior services to the Northern Virginia Area since 2002. Our Master technicians are fully licensed and have more than enough experience to insure your satisfaction with our services. We have proven our ability to satisfy customers by reinventing the service industry and putting customer service at the top of our list! Customer safety is also very important to Beacon Home Services. That's why all our employees have gone through background checks so you can be sure that you're in good hands with Beacon Home Services.

"Pricing is a bit outrageous but the job was done as requested."

Thomas S on December 2025


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E T General Contractor INC

4.69(
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E T General Contractor INC

4.69(
408
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Customers say: Super punctual
27 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Call or text us at (703) 906-9735 or +1 (571) 662-9675 ** ET General Contractor INC was formed to provide general contracting services in the commercial and residential industry. ET General Contractor INC is insured in the state of Virginia. We have a Class A Contracting License. Our employees are direct employees and we don’t subcontract any work. Our employees are trained individuals who are responsible and produce quality workmanship. In our 25 years of experience we've completed our jobs in a timely and professional manner. Here at ET General Contractor INC I, Julio, conduct weekly meetings to cover issues relating to job and personal safety. We practice open communication and team work with management and field personnel allowing growth and success. I would sincerely appreciate an opportunity to work with you on any of your projects. We do tree-work, patios, driveways, interior/exterior renovations, grading, roofing, deck building, window installation, retaining walls, drainage systems, we do it all.

"I had a very pleasant and positive experience working with Julio. He was professional, polite, knowledgeable, and very responsive. He and his team did a great job, on time as promised. I would gladly use them again."

Adam S on November 2025

Call or text us at (703) 906-9735 or +1 (571) 662-9675 ** ET General Contractor INC was formed to provide general contracting services in the commercial and residential industry. ET General Contractor INC is insured in the state of Virginia. We have a Class A Contracting License. Our employees are direct employees and we don’t subcontract any work. Our employees are trained individuals who are responsible and produce quality workmanship. In our 25 years of experience we've completed our jobs in a timely and professional manner. Here at ET General Contractor INC I, Julio, conduct weekly meetings to cover issues relating to job and personal safety. We practice open communication and team work with management and field personnel allowing growth and success. I would sincerely appreciate an opportunity to work with you on any of your projects. We do tree-work, patios, driveways, interior/exterior renovations, grading, roofing, deck building, window installation, retaining walls, drainage systems, we do it all.

"I had a very pleasant and positive experience working with Julio. He was professional, polite, knowledgeable, and very responsive. He and his team did a great job, on time as promised. I would gladly use them again."

Adam S on November 2025


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HD Exteriors

4.75(
104
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HD Exteriors

4.75(
104
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

HD Exteriors, LLC 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Price best, but workmanship was not the best. Settled for mediocre work."

Robert J on August 2025

HD Exteriors, LLC 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 customer's interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!

"Price best, but workmanship was not the best. Settled for mediocre work."

Robert J on August 2025


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Holiday Lightscaping Professionals, LLC

4.92(
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Holiday Lightscaping Professionals, LLC

4.92(
12
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Have you ever entangled yourself in a ball of Christmas lights or nearly toppled from a ladder hanging a wreath? If so, you understand that holiday decorating is not for the faint of heart. This season spend more time with family and friends and leave the decorating to The Holiday Lighting Professionals. Our services include creative designs, installation, professional service, timely take down and we pack storage boxes for you to keep. Give us a call, visit our profile page or book us instantly today!

"Ed Dustin and his crew are professional, friendly and attentive! They are always willing to work with ne on timing, design ideas and even last minute changes in my schedule. My house looks so pretty and festive when they are done. They are reasonably priced and excellent quality work and lights. I highly recommend!!"

Amelia S on August 2025

Have you ever entangled yourself in a ball of Christmas lights or nearly toppled from a ladder hanging a wreath? If so, you understand that holiday decorating is not for the faint of heart. This season spend more time with family and friends and leave the decorating to The Holiday Lighting Professionals. Our services include creative designs, installation, professional service, timely take down and we pack storage boxes for you to keep. Give us a call, visit our profile page or book us instantly today!

"Ed Dustin and his crew are professional, friendly and attentive! They are always willing to work with ne on timing, design ideas and even last minute changes in my schedule. My house looks so pretty and festive when they are done. They are reasonably priced and excellent quality work and lights. I highly recommend!!"

Amelia S on August 2025


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JNLC Home Appeal

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JNLC Home Appeal

4.74(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

JNLC Home Appeal 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.

"JNLC Window cleaning service was awesome! They were very kind and professional. Arrived on time and did a fantastic job.! Reasonable prices too!!! I really appreciate such a job well done. I highly recommend.!!!"

Rae B on August 2025

JNLC Home Appeal 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.

"JNLC Window cleaning service was awesome! They were very kind and professional. Arrived on time and did a fantastic job.! Reasonable prices too!!! I really appreciate such a job well done. I highly recommend.!!!"

Rae B on August 2025

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

A retaining wall can only function as a fence if it’s high enough on all sides to prevent someone from accidentally falling into the pool. However, most retaining walls retain dirt, which means their purpose is not related to safety. There would need to be nothing on the other side of the wall for it to be considered a fence, but in that case, it wouldn’t retain anything and would cease to be a retaining wall.  

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

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.

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.

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.

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