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Gonzalez Contractors LLC
4.7(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Milo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Gonzalez Contractors was a great company to work with. They were very communicative from start to finish. They were flexible in meeting my concrete needs and met the agreed time frame for completion. Would highly recommend."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Supreme Lawn & Landscape Inc
3.7(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Milo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

"Supreme completed final grading, buried downspouts, laid an acre of sod and some landscaping for us. They were timely and professional each time they performed services for us. I would recommend them and will use them again for any yard/landscaping needs."
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
Nic's Bricks
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Milo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 8 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n

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Earthworks Unlimited Landscape
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Milo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fantastic job, worked very hard even on the weekends to finish the job. They were trustworthy and extremely professional and very nice. I would recommend this Company to anyone who needs work done."
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Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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. 

The longevity of flood walls depends on how they were constructed, but most wood, gravel, and cement flood walls last 10 years. While aluminum flood walls may cost far more initially, they can be a good investment as they can last decades and will not be damaged by exposure to the elements.

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.

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.

Even if you think you know how to build a retaining wall theoretically, doing the actual work is a completely different story. There are lots of nuances in building retaining walls, and the slightest oversight can compromise their integrity. Therefore, we recommend you hire a pro to build, repair, or replace retaining walls.

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