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Top-Rated Retaining wall installation pros in Oakland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
Vitoria Pavers Contractor Inc
5.0(
12
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'd add more stars if I could; one of the best contractor experiences I've had. Punctual, reliable, exceptional quality work. This was for a brick patio - they used steel in the concrete, put down a solid concrete base, and when doing curved work they cut the bricks instead of filling gaps with mortar."
Belgard Catalina grana Aspen color
The turf depot so natural 95 pet friendly turf
Belgard Anglia edger Victorian color
Walkways and Patios
Steps/firepits/outdoor kitchens

+198

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by54%of homeowners
Avatar for Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
5.0(
40
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired Isaac to redo a previous job by another company that was left unfinished and a big mess. He was very knowledgeable about what to do with my driveway and he and his employees were polite, professional and extremely hard working. He wanted to make sure everything was done right and I appreciated that. I felt his prices were very fair and I am so happy with my new driveway it is such a relief to finally have the driveway I wanted. I would recommend Issac to anyone that wants a dependable company that does excellent work."
Nice broom finish driveway with lights in stairs
Back yard excavating for house addition
Client had serious water problems water getting under the house we put french drain under concrete with sealant.problem solved?
Built play area for kids,had to flatten area and install 2 retaining walls
Installed pavers and retaining wall

+33

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Just Stamping Concrete
Just Stamping Concrete
5.0(
28
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this service to design my backyard and I couldn't be happier with the outcome. The designer was able to take my vision and turn it into a beautiful reality. They provided a detailed plan and were able to work within my budget. The installation team was professional and the work was completed on time. I highly recommend this service for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor living space."
Concrete
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Paver Co., Inc.
The Paver Co., Inc.
4.0(
28
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their bid was extremely well detailed. I know nothing about retaining walls and was able to follow and understand all of their proposal. Their finished work is exactly what I wanted. The crew, AK-crew, was professional and kind. The only issue I had was the waiting period for getting the necessary supplies. I felt that communication was less than expected during that time - but that may only be me. I'll need another retaining wall in my front yard and will be using this company again"
Projects
Fire Pits
Patios
Fire Pit
Walkways

+20

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for M&J Prime Builders
M&J Prime Builders
5.0(
21
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent light installation project very responsive, honest, personable, and responsible. Over qualified for our job but took it on and completed promptly. Satisfied in all ways. Price Quote very reasonable."
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway
Retaining wall and pavers driveway

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Oak and Stone Landscape
Oak and Stone Landscape
5.0(
8
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I couldn?t be happier with the work Omar and his guys did! It was easy to set up an appointment and Omar always keeps you updated. Overall great experience with oak and stone landscape"
Fence
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Pavers Express Group
Pavers Express Group
5.0(
10
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Pavers Express to give our backyard a makeover with a porcelain patio and artificial grass. From our initial consultation until the project was complete, their customer service was excellent and they helped to guide us in material selection to make sure our vision would be carried out. The team was professional, easy to communicate, and their installation process was very efficient. Highly recommend!"
An elegant modern farmhouse front porch with concrete pavers and low-voltage lighting
San Geronimo Cambridge Cobble paver driveway
San Jose home remodel including Belgard Catalina Grana concrete paver driveway, walkways, front patio and steps.
Moss Beach driveway with Belgard Catalina Grana pavers and paver lights
Corte Madera driveway: Belgard Dublin Cobble pavers in Victorian in a 90 degree herringbone pattern with Catalina Grana pavers in Graphite on the border.

+74

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

If you don’t backfill a retaining wall—either at all or adequately enough—the wall won’t drain well, and water will be able to pass through it. Poor drainage will lead to a warped wall or a buildup of hydrostatic pressure, which can eventually collapse your retaining wall. If you have particularly sloped land, consult a structural engineer to ensure your hardscaping is adding value to your home.

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

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