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Sergio's Concrete and Landscaping Group

4.97(
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Sergio's Concrete and Landscaping Group

4.97(
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 years experience in the Landscaping and Painting industry , Sergio's Landscaping is your industry expert in Chicago, IL and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Sergio did an excellent job and kept us updated on timing as well as completion. His work was superior. He even returned to make sure the project was growing well. We’d recommend him for landscaping services. "

Joanne E on October 2025

With over 20 years experience in the Landscaping and Painting industry , Sergio's Landscaping is your industry expert in Chicago, IL and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. You can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

"Sergio did an excellent job and kept us updated on timing as well as completion. His work was superior. He even returned to make sure the project was growing well. We’d recommend him for landscaping services. "

Joanne E on October 2025


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GRA Electric

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GRA Electric

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

With over 15 years of experience in the Electric industry, GRA Electric & Home Renovations can help you with any project or repair. Our goal is to Earn a 5 Star service by giving you options personalize every service repair. We focus on our homeowners' homes, and we are there from when you need us to guarantee service same day and start projects with in 10 days of signing contract. As a family owned and operated business you can rest assure that we will treat your home like if it was our own. Investments to fit any budget. Give us a call today!

"Ruben did an awesome job installing the Tesla Wall Connector. He completed the work on time and explained everything clearly."

Bijalkumar P on October 2025

With over 15 years of experience in the Electric industry, GRA Electric & Home Renovations can help you with any project or repair. Our goal is to Earn a 5 Star service by giving you options personalize every service repair. We focus on our homeowners' homes, and we are there from when you need us to guarantee service same day and start projects with in 10 days of signing contract. As a family owned and operated business you can rest assure that we will treat your home like if it was our own. Investments to fit any budget. Give us a call today!

"Ruben did an awesome job installing the Tesla Wall Connector. He completed the work on time and explained everything clearly."

Bijalkumar P on October 2025


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Tmw Enterprises Paving & Maintenance

4.77(
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Tmw Enterprises Paving & Maintenance

4.77(
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Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 years of experience

TMW has been providing Asphalt Paving, Unilock Brick Paving, Concrete, Stamped Concrete, Unilock Retaining Walls and Natural Stone Work for over 25 YEARS. Visit our website www.tmwpaving.com to send a contact request message to schedule a Free Estimate for asphalt, concrete, and/or brick paver work and find out more about our company. Our goal is to provide good communication and quality work while teaching our customers proper maintenance and expectations for their asphalt, concrete, and brick paver projects. We look forward to hear from you. Ty M. Ward TMW Enterprises Paving & Maintenance www.tmwpaving.com

"TMW Enterprises & Beautiful Stones replaced our 20 years old asphalt driveway with an new 3-inch thick asphalt driveway (app. size 850 sqft). The work crew showed up on both days (day 1 - removal old driveway/installing gravel base; day 2: asphalt paving) super punctual at the agreed times. Professional and friendly crew members, very organized, clean work, no mess, and the final result (new driveway) looks great. The agreed total cost is very competitive and worth every dollar. Thank you TMW Enterprises Paving Maintenance, great job."

Theodor U on July 2025

TMW has been providing Asphalt Paving, Unilock Brick Paving, Concrete, Stamped Concrete, Unilock Retaining Walls and Natural Stone Work for over 25 YEARS. Visit our website www.tmwpaving.com to send a contact request message to schedule a Free Estimate for asphalt, concrete, and/or brick paver work and find out more about our company. Our goal is to provide good communication and quality work while teaching our customers proper maintenance and expectations for their asphalt, concrete, and brick paver projects. We look forward to hear from you. Ty M. Ward TMW Enterprises Paving & Maintenance www.tmwpaving.com

"TMW Enterprises & Beautiful Stones replaced our 20 years old asphalt driveway with an new 3-inch thick asphalt driveway (app. size 850 sqft). The work crew showed up on both days (day 1 - removal old driveway/installing gravel base; day 2: asphalt paving) super punctual at the agreed times. Professional and friendly crew members, very organized, clean work, no mess, and the final result (new driveway) looks great. The agreed total cost is very competitive and worth every dollar. Thank you TMW Enterprises Paving Maintenance, great job."

Theodor U on July 2025


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Chicago Lawn Pros

4.92(
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Chicago Lawn Pros

4.92(
18
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of lawn care services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"If I could give 10 starts, I would! We had a jungle in our back yard for years, and our front yard was filled with invasive weeds as well as a huge dip in the lawn from sewer work by the city. Charly and Melissa are two of the hardest working people I've met, and they are very skilled in their profession. They weeded, removed old stumps, streamlined the flower beds, sodded, edged the lawn, removed debris and river rock, and created a a beautiful yard that I can finally enjoy. I would highly recommend Chicago Lawn Pros to anyone looking to improve their property."

Toni G on May 2021

I am a professional business owner who values honesty and integrity and treats your property as if it were my own. I offer a variety of lawn care services that are customizable to each individual project. I pride myself on the quality of my work as well as my commitment to outstanding results. I look forward to building lasting relationships with my clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"If I could give 10 starts, I would! We had a jungle in our back yard for years, and our front yard was filled with invasive weeds as well as a huge dip in the lawn from sewer work by the city. Charly and Melissa are two of the hardest working people I've met, and they are very skilled in their profession. They weeded, removed old stumps, streamlined the flower beds, sodded, edged the lawn, removed debris and river rock, and created a a beautiful yard that I can finally enjoy. I would highly recommend Chicago Lawn Pros to anyone looking to improve their property."

Toni G on May 2021


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Jesse’s Tree Consulting Arborist Services

4.68(
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Jesse’s Tree Consulting Arborist Services

4.68(
107
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

SAFE ,APPROVED , LICENSED CONSULTING ARBORIST TREE SERVICES .We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST # LIC IL-10017-A visit treesaregood.org learn more call us directly 1-630-489-8163

"Just average experience."

John M on August 2023

SAFE ,APPROVED , LICENSED CONSULTING ARBORIST TREE SERVICES .We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. ISA CERTIFIED ARBORIST # LIC IL-10017-A visit treesaregood.org learn more call us directly 1-630-489-8163

"Just average experience."

John M on August 2023


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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc

4.85(
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Illinois Sewer And Drain Inc

4.85(
13
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

"GREAT JOB! EXPEDIENT AND PRECISE!"

Nichole S on May 2025

Illinois sewer and plumbing is owned & operated by Mr Joe and family. We are a full plumbing and sewer repair service company that is licensed, bonded, and insured. We are fully committed to offering our customers honest, reliable, quality service, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Through dedication to our customers and our commitment to quality, we feel that we can offer you the best service in the industry. Free Estimates - Licensed, Bonded & Insured - Better Business Bureau Member A+ Rating - Owner operated.

"GREAT JOB! EXPEDIENT AND PRECISE!"

Nichole S on May 2025


All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
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All Service Calls, LLC

4.98(
33
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025

Here at All Service Calls LLC, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects, no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Timely and professional. Responsive and completed the job faster than expected with cleanup. "

Collin C on January 2025


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The Green Art Landscaping

4.78(
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The Green Art Landscaping

4.78(
20
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

Nothing improves the value of your home more than professional updates. At The Green Art Landscaping, we provide a wide range of services, from remodeling to building. With over 10 years of experience, we bring the quality and experience you can trust. Our staff will work closely with you to ensure all of your goals are met.

"I have worked with Green Art every Spring for 3 years. The initial service they worked with an independent lawn and garden designer that I hired to design a perennial garden. Both the front and street-sides of the gardens, Green Art did all the work. I have hired them every spring to help groom any bushes, weeding and replanting any plant that it not make it through the winter. They also mulch and manicure the garden and leave it prestine. I get a lot of compliments on my gardens and how it brightens my home. They are super with whom to work and I will be working with them next spring."

Ronald K on August 2024

Nothing improves the value of your home more than professional updates. At The Green Art Landscaping, we provide a wide range of services, from remodeling to building. With over 10 years of experience, we bring the quality and experience you can trust. Our staff will work closely with you to ensure all of your goals are met.

"I have worked with Green Art every Spring for 3 years. The initial service they worked with an independent lawn and garden designer that I hired to design a perennial garden. Both the front and street-sides of the gardens, Green Art did all the work. I have hired them every spring to help groom any bushes, weeding and replanting any plant that it not make it through the winter. They also mulch and manicure the garden and leave it prestine. I get a lot of compliments on my gardens and how it brightens my home. They are super with whom to work and I will be working with them next spring."

Ronald K on August 2024


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Lightning Ray Electric

4.86(
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Lightning Ray Electric

4.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

LightningRay Electric 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.

"Ray did an amazing job. He reached out very quickly after posting the request and within a couple hours was able to stop by and provide an assessment. On time, very professional, clean work, but the best of all...great customer service. Thanks for a job well done!!"

Alfredo P on April 2025

LightningRay Electric 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.

"Ray did an amazing job. He reached out very quickly after posting the request and within a couple hours was able to stop by and provide an assessment. On time, very professional, clean work, but the best of all...great customer service. Thanks for a job well done!!"

Alfredo P on April 2025


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All Property Services, Inc.

4.91(
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All Property Services, Inc.

4.91(
23
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
22 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We specialize in Fiberglass inground pools from River pools. All Property Services offers a variety of hardscape and landscape design solutions. Our specialties include, but are not limited to fiberglass pools, patios, driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, pools, landscape lighting, fire and water features, planting design and installation The All Property Services team takes your construction project to heart. With each project, we completely personalize our approach to fulfill our client's vision. We will plan an in-person visit with you to hear your thoughts and assess the desired location for your new hardscape or landscape project. All Property Services concept artists will then hand-sketch a layout, adjusting the design per your suggestions. With over 40 years of experience, All Property Services has unparalleled knowledge. Visit our website to view our photo gallery of past jobs! www.pickaps.com You can also view River pools at Riverpoolsandspas.com.

"An outstanding contractor. APS did a great job with my project. They handled all the permits and hoop-jumping nonsense with the village, began the project on time as promised and delivered a great backyard oasis and front yard transformation. They did everything from patio, to landscaping to lighting and of course, the beautiful pool, which they also provided after installation assistance with the care and upkeep. Great bunch to work with and I highly recommend them"

Tom C on November 2025

We specialize in Fiberglass inground pools from River pools. All Property Services offers a variety of hardscape and landscape design solutions. Our specialties include, but are not limited to fiberglass pools, patios, driveways, sidewalks, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, pools, landscape lighting, fire and water features, planting design and installation The All Property Services team takes your construction project to heart. With each project, we completely personalize our approach to fulfill our client's vision. We will plan an in-person visit with you to hear your thoughts and assess the desired location for your new hardscape or landscape project. All Property Services concept artists will then hand-sketch a layout, adjusting the design per your suggestions. With over 40 years of experience, All Property Services has unparalleled knowledge. Visit our website to view our photo gallery of past jobs! www.pickaps.com You can also view River pools at Riverpoolsandspas.com.

"An outstanding contractor. APS did a great job with my project. They handled all the permits and hoop-jumping nonsense with the village, began the project on time as promised and delivered a great backyard oasis and front yard transformation. They did everything from patio, to landscaping to lighting and of course, the beautiful pool, which they also provided after installation assistance with the care and upkeep. Great bunch to work with and I highly recommend them"

Tom C on November 2025

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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.

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.

Proper design and construction prevent erosion and add structural stability to landscapes.

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.  

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.

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