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Avatar for RIVERA CONCRETE PAVING
RIVERA CONCRETE PAVING
3.9(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Capron, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They did an excellent job cutting and patching the asphalt around our minestrone landscaping walls and bluestone pavers that when they end are flush with the asphalt"
Concrete Driveways Project
Masonry Project
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Concrete - Stamped & Decorative Project
Rentals - Equipment Project

+46

Response time4 days
Response rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gilberto Masonry
4.2(
51
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Capron, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great job on replacing one retaining wall and redoing another. Very professional, excellent communication. Cleaned up each night. Crew was courteous and friendly. If you want retaining wall that looks great and will last, these are the guys for you."
Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Lawn Maintenance Services, Inc.
3.5(
51
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Capron, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys that showed up were cordial and thoroughly professional. Within seconds of chatting with them, it was clear they had lots of experience. I am completely satisfied with the job they did. I will definitely be calling on them again as winter approaches."
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
LR
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Capron, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

LR is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gallegos Landscape
4.9(
59
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Capron, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan and his crew did an outstanding job. The retaining walls are perfect. They worked hard to complete the project so it would be done before a major holiday. They did a excellent job of cleaning up after the project. Definitely will be hiring them again."
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Pavers and Hardscaping Project
Landscaping - Hardscaping & Pavers Project

+342

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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