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Avatar for Roberto Nova Landscaping
Roberto Nova Landscaping
4.7(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"We are very happy with the results of our landscaping project. Thank you Roberto and Cindy for making a 25 year old retaining wall look great again. I will refer you to my friends and family."
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+10

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RIVERA CONCRETE PAVING
3.8(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, 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 time5 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete Services, LLC
Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete Services, LLC
5.0(
9
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Outstanding customer service and communication, perfect craftsmanship, completed on time and at budget, excellent value. We will continue to use Eagle Crest Landscaping & AG Concrete for other work. Highly recommended."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Daybreaker, Inc.
4.2(
18
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Fantastic company. We've long had drainage issues around our driveway and garage- but no more! The Team at Daybreaker helped us come up with a custom plan to deal with our issues and fully transform the front of our house! We could not be happier with them and love watching neighbors and locals stopping to stare at our new driveway, retaining wall and front porch. 5 stars and many thumbs up!"
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Rear sidewalk/patio

+54

Response time4 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T&K Builders LLC
4.2(
10
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"contacted T&K Builders after discovering mold in my exterior wall, and their response was immediate and professional. The team quickly demolished the affected area and installed the necessary structural supports to safely hold the roof. Everyone on site worked efficiently, communicated clearly, and maintained a high level of professionalism throughout the process. They kept the site clean, protected materials from the elements, and were extremely organized—especially important since we received over four inches of snow the following day. From start to finish, the experience was seamless and stress-free. Their attention to detail, workmanship, and respect for the property truly set them apart. I would absolutely recommend T&K Builders for any future projects and would not hesitate to call them again."
Mall Dr Shell remodel
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Tristar Landscape & Fencing
4.8(
22
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you’re looking for fast, quality and friendly service Mike is your guy. We called out of the blue as we were in the process of buying a house and needed a fence before moving in. Mike and his crew worked diligently to get the material ordered and installed for a great price. I highly recommend Tri-Star landscaping for your fencing needs, you won’t be disappointed!"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Power Tree & Stump Removal Inc
4.7(
23
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Harvard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"She spent more time explaining and walked everywhere. She even looked at some plats I had and gave us some research on we could do because it is a wetlands area. I had to call her back. She was very helpful even before she did the work. She's very professional and very timely. She was very prompt. She's got over 25 years of experience. She knows her tress; she told us what trees to remove and recommended trees we could plant."
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, 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.

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.

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. 

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've decided you'd like to skip the cost of restoring a brick exterior wall after considering whether you should repair or replace brick on your house, you can consider installing fiber cement siding over brick for a cost of $2 to $6 per square foot. When done properly, cement siding over brick offers a durable, low-maintenance option that can actually reduce your home's energy costs. It's also attractive. However, improper installation or installation over heavily compromised brick can cause water damage. 

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