"I hired Alex Masonry to remove and rebuild a retaining wall that was leaning. After some discussion, I decided to expand the project to include new bluestone caps and to re-do my cracked concrete walkway with pavers. Alex and his crew did an outstanding job. Alex is extremely knowledgeable, personable and a pleasure to work with. His pricing is very reasonable. He and his team did a great job. Hard workers, with great attention to detail. I would highly recommend Alex Masonry!"
"Cordino and his crew did a wonderful job putting in a new paved patio and stone wall and stone pathway. Absolutely gorgeous and exactly what I wanted. He aims to please and respected and met my overall vision. I am so happy with the quality of the work on my patio! His crew was courteous and worked very hard."
"I used them to install a brick retaining wall in Hartford, Everything from A thru Z went well and even better then expected. Denis always responded to me and clearly explained everything. Project was delivered and completed on schedule and fairly priced. Would highly recommend them."
"Leonard and his crew did a magnificent job rebuilding a set of stone steps topped with concrete slab and repairing a field stone foundation wall that water had damaged. He and his crew are both skilled artisans and artists. He is polite, honest, and hard-working, and his services, quite reasonably priced, are worth every penny spent. Hire this man."
"Hired Design and Build to install some belgian blocks as an edging for my driveway, specifically to help direct water run off, and eliminate a problem I was having. The two young men arrived on time, and did an excellent job figuring out what would be the best way to solve the problem. They carefully cut the edge of the driveway, dug out a trench, placed mortar, installed the blocks, and cemented in place. They also addressed other possible issues contributing to run off. They took their time and did a beautiful job aesthetically, and cleaned up everything in a very meticulous manner. I have not been having problems with run off since, and am very pleased with the work done. I would also mention that the workers were very well mannered and hard working, and the price was very fair."
"Our company recently hired this contractor to complete a stamped concrete installation, and the results were outstanding. Their team demonstrated a high level of expertise from start to finish ? providing clear communication, maintaining a well?organized jobsite, and delivering workmanship that met every specification we outlined. The stamped finish is precise, consistent, and visually impressive, reflecting true attention to detail and pride in their craft. They adhered to the project schedule, coordinated seamlessly with our staff, and upheld professional standards throughout the entire process. We are extremely satisfied with the quality of the installation and consider them a reliable partner for future concrete work. Highly recommended for any commercial or residential stamped concrete projects."
"Received a prompt and very reasonable quote. They installed a new concrete walkway, did a prompt and excellent job and would highly recommend this company to others. Plan on using them again for future projects."
"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"
"Jimmy was friendly and knowledgeable. Work was done in a timely manner as promised. Price was very good. Clean up was excellent. The retaining walls look beautiful!"
"Cela masonry is top notch! They have done my front walkway and now a rear patio, both of which we are extremely pleased. The team does amazing work, is professional, timely & reasonable in every way."
Retaining Wall Installers FAQs, answered by experts
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.
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.
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.
Sand and gravel are two suitable options for filling behind a retaining wall. If you’re building your own retaining wall, you’ll complete this part of the process—known as backfilling—after you finish laying the blocks. Make sure not to skip it—otherwise, you could wind up with drainage issues, which can cause your retaining wall to collapse.
Costs range from $5,000 to $15,000, depending on size, material, and design complexity.
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