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Wiggins Construction and Excavation
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Fairfield, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tyson is friendly, prompt, and efficient. He works hard and gets the job done. Iâ m really glad I found him. He completed the job I hired him to do and I plan to hire him again in the future."
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+74

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Stanley's Home Improvement
3.3(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Fairfield, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was apparent they were very skilled. They quickly dropped the huge limbs without a scratch on the house, fence or sheds surrounding the tree. They arrived on time and cleaned the area to my satisfaction before leaving. And they were competetively priced! I can't say enough good things about this company."
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Integrity Window Cleaning
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Fairfield, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Local excavation contractor specializing in gravel driveways, grading, site prep, land clearing, and drainage. Reliable service with quality workmanship and fair pricing.

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

Generally, a railroad tie retaining wall consisting of a single line of ties should be between 3 and 4 feet tall—and the height often tops out at around 6 feet. You can go taller, but you may need additional footings and reinforcements, including a second layer of railroad ties to support the added weight of the soil it’s holding back.

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