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MTZ Concrete Corp.
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Offers commercial services

"Excellent job and great communication. They have done all kind of work in my 2 houses, concrete laying, painting, pressure washing, door installation, etc. they understand customer’s needs and warranty their work."
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RCG Construction LLC
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Well-spoken. Hard working. They tell you what they will do and when. And that's exactly what they do. They went over and beyond to make sure we had an attractive, long-lasting garage floor. They know concrete and they know what tools to use. I know our job had a big surprise. When they started to remove the old floor, they found another floor underneath. We had no idea. It caused them more work in the prep, but they didn't balk or hesitate or ask for more money. I wish we had more work for them, but we don't. Absolute certainty that, if we ever need any concrete work in future, this is who we'll call. A"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
mcduffee janitorial
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

McDuffee Construction has proudly served Waterloo, IA and the surrounding areas for over 27 years. Patrick McDuffee is highly skilled in many areas of construction and home improvement. Customer references can be provided upon request. McDuffee Construction has built a great reputation for going above and beyond for their customers by exceeding their expectations. Have Patrick and his crew of dedicated employees service your next home improvement project and their experience will definitely leave you pleased.

*Schmitz Construction
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Waterloo, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Schmitz Masonry and Concrete has been in business since 1991 and we come to the table with over 30 years of experience. \nWe pride ourselves on our experience, quality and craftsmanship. We have a great reputation because we are honest, reliable and prompt. With us, you can rest assured that the job will be done right the first time. We are focused on providing high-quality service and customer satisfaction. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations.\n\n

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Yes, to build a retaining wall, a permit is required. Similarly, any repairs or modifications to an existing retaining wall require permits. If the planned wall measures higher than 4 feet, most municipalities require designs and permits come through a licensed engineer. In some locations, if the wall is shorter than 4 feet, a permit may not be required. For the requirements in your area, contact your local government.

There are contractors specifically trained in the design and construction of retaining walls. Retaining wall contractors are skilled at dealing with the soil on your property and assessing what kind of drainage should be installed. They will recommend the best materials to use for the project and can handle the processing of permits by local authorities.

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. 

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.

Depending on who you hire to build a retaining wall, the average cost, including demolition and reconstruction, for a 50-foot wall that's 4 feet in height is between $7,000 and $24,000.

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