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Outdoor Home Store
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The process from start to finish went exceedingly well! The online quote system was easy and efficient to use also. We decided to completely start from scratch by removing all of the overgrown shrubbery and the overgrown wax myrtle tree from our front yard. Eric, the business owner, was very responsive and quick to reply to emails and text messages. He was able to get me a quote very quickly via the online quote app they use. I accepted it and we set up a date to have the work done. Marvin's crew showed up right on time and got right to work. The entire job was completely finished in less than 4 hours, which included a thorough cleanup of all small branches and leaves. They loaded all of the ripped out vegetation onto a trailer and took it to the dump. I was very impressed with Eric and Marvin's crew's professionalism and thoroughness. I will definitely use Cornerstone again and also recommend them to others. I've included before and after photos."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Grasso Construction LLC
4.8(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mracio is someone you can thrust and he and his time is did a great job, they replace my roof in record time, Marcio was very communicative. He sent daily updates with photos and was very accommodating! I would highly recommend!"
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+23

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ARC Renovations, LLC
4.6(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ARC added two bedrooms to my home, I started out with a different contractor who started the job but was very unreliable and had poor workmanship not meeting any timelines. ARC came in and saved the day. I should have started out with them since I had success when they fixed my home after it was damaged during the August, 2016 Baton Rouge flood. They were reliable and did a great job with the two new bedrooms and laying of brick for my outside patios."
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+136

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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ROYAL RENOVATIONS
4.3(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The provider is very responsive and keep the site clean and well organized. They gave me a quote about 10% less than similar service provided by Lowes (which has spoiled contractors you have to wait 5-6 weeks to arrive).
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Turf Bros LLC
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Covington, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am incredibly pleased to have hired Turf Bros to revitalize and beautify our landscaping. Rhasean and his team did an impeccable job manicuring our rose bushes, flower beds, and overall lawn maintenance. He is highly professional, honest, and a delight to do business with. I would highly recommend his service to anyone who is particular and wants extraordinary landscape and or lawn care services."
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+8

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

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.

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.

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.

Most retaining wall installations can be finished in one to three weeks, but the timeline varies based on factors like wall size and material. The local climate and major weather events, such as storms or flooding, can also extend the project's timeline, as can any holds ups in the permitting process.

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.

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