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Avatar for Leonard's Masonry Service, LLC
Leonard's Masonry Service, LLC
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cornwall, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work repairing my stone wall at a very affordable price. They were able to complete my project and add drainage in a days work, very responsive and professional"
Paver patio
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Jimmy's Masonry, LLC
4.7(
39
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cornwall, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They were on time and repaired the 2 walls efficiently and within 2 days. The work was excellent restoring the wall better than they were before. The cost was moderate and I would definitely have them do more work for me in the future."
Stonewall
Stonewall
Stonewall
Stonewall
Stonewall

+11

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Husky Masonry And Paving
4.9(
15
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cornwall, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We had a great experience with our contractor Husky Masonry. He kept us informed on the progress, John and his crew got the job done in a reasonably timeframe despite the cold weather. Very hard workers. We are very satisfied with our new retaining wall. It was a big job and it got done well. We would definitely recommend Husky Masonry"
Patios Project
Driveways - Asphalt Project
Patios Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+17

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Angelo's Pool & Masonry, LLC
5.0(
34
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cornwall, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Let me just tell you how in love I am with the way that my driveway,backyard patio,retaining wall looks! These men did an absolute phenomenal job with these projects. Angelo & his dad were very punctual ,friendly and very hardworking guys . My husband and I hired them only for retaining wall 5â high by 88â long when they finished I fell in love with their job so I gave them 2 extra projects ,backyard patio & driveway and of course they did the most beautiful job that Iâ ve ever seen plus they did extra works with no additional costs . I will most definitely recommend this family owned business to my friends and family Angelo&his Dad are the best !!!!!"
Before
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Pool remodeling + deck
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Pool remodeling + deck

+48

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arben's Masonry LLC
4.9(
24
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cornwall, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Arben Masonry did an excellent job. They were timely, courteous and did beautiful work. Our new walkway looks amazing. We would definitely recommend them and will use them for future projects."
Patio
Patio
Stone Stairs
Fire Pit
Pool Patio

+12

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Kayan LLC
4.2(
32
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Cornwall, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rigel Lala did a great job for me: Pointed the center rear wall of my building, repaired my chimney, Epoxied my roof with white sealant, installed a new gutter & down spout, nailed down my roof top frontal for strength during storms. Also scraped and painted water damaged wall and room inside."
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+26

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by21%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Poured concrete is often the cheapest material for a retaining wall, costing around $6 to $8 per square foot. Other budget-friendly options include vinyl and landscaping timbers, which range from $10 to $15 per square foot; landscaping timbers are particularly well-suited for DIY projects. Untreated timber and railroad ties are a step up in price, starting at $15 to $25 per square foot. Natural stones can also be a cost-effective choice if you can source them from your own property, but they can be expensive to purchase. High-end materials like steel are typically the most expensive but offer superior durability and aesthetics.

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.

The lifespan of a retaining wall varies based on its material, installation quality, maintenance, and local climate, with an average range of 20 to 100 years. Retaining walls made from durable materials like concrete, stone, and brick generally last a minimum of 50 years. Concrete walls typically last between 50 and 100 years, while brick can last for over a century in ideal conditions. Timber retaining walls can last from 20 to 40 years, depending on the wood quality, and pressure-treated wood walls average around 30 years. It is important to note that a retaining wall can fail prematurely if it was poorly constructed, for example, with inefficient footings or without necessary rebar reinforcements.

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.

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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