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Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roger is a great guy and his crew did a wonderful job remediating our flooding issues by putting in drainage systems that divert water around our house for some very serious flooding issues. They also installed a sidewalk to divert water and a drainage system under the sidewalk. They worked very hard and they were very courteous and kind."
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Roger's Landscaping and Remodeling
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very pleased, I will definitely use their services again. They are quick to respond and get your work scheduled, show up promptly, do the work quickly and efficiently and leave everything pristine when finished. Very glad I found them!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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All Creation Landscapes
4.1(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The workers were professional and friendly. They worked hard using their time effectively. The project was finished in the projected time frame. Alan was friendly and aimed to please.I highly recommend this company and have already referred them to several friends."
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Patio & Firepit

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Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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John Litchfield Concrete
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Rantoul, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very nice guy, always making sure we know what is going on and if any changes need to be done.. Very professional on his work. Highly recommend him.."
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Outdoor Fireplace and Floor

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Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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. 

Yes, you can use cinder blocks for many purposes, including retaining walls, foundations, garage walls, and fences. Building a cinder block retaining wall costs between $60 and $200 per linear foot, including materials and professional labor. For a 30-foot-long retaining wall, the cost ranges from $1,800 to $6,000.

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