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Stanley's Home Improvement
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

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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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TS Tedrick Home Improvement
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Salem, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

TS Tedrick Home Improvement a locally owned, full service contractor with 11 years of experience providing high quality service to home owners in Effingham and surrounding counties. We specialize in prompt & courteous service, along with competitive prices. We care about each individual by meeting his or her specific needs. We strive to make you a repeat customer. We offer a variety of services, which include concrete driveways, walks, patios and pool decks. In addition, we install retaining walls, siding, fences, cabinets, and countertops. We also do remodels and renovation of kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and garages. Call us today to make your custom dreams come true.

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Installation typically takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the wall’s size and site conditions.

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.

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.

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.

Railroad ties can be good for retaining walls, but it depends on the area. They have a desirable rustic look and are durable. The problem is they’re treated with creosote, a preservative the EPA says poses a risk to humans and wildlife. Over time, the preservative seeps out of the wood and into the ground. Many areas have banned the use of creosote-treated wood on residential properties. If your area does allow it, never use railroad ties near an edible garden or drinking water source. Instead, use wood that’s treated with an EPA-approved preservative or a wood-alternative composite material.

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