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Avatar for Driveways 2day
Driveways 2day
4.3(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Re-graded asphalt drive next to garage to prevent water entering garage during storms. Difficult job that required forming a slight swale. Flawless! Weâ ve had huge storms and no water in garage. Professional crew, totally focused on the job. Would definitely hire again."
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt
Asphalt

+35

Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Maryland Excavation, LLC
4.9(
100
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From initial inquiry to job estimate and finally job construction/completion all personnel at Maryland Excavating communicated well, were on time, polite, courteous knowledgeable, professional and highly skilled. The construction team laid out, formed up and poured me a custom concrete walkway that I had only envisioned in my mind. Their team skills made my vision and concept walkway a reality in short time. The finished job is EXACTLY what I wanted. They are a great team. I recommend their services and I would hire them again."
Land Clearing
Site Prep
New Driveway Install
Install New Driveway
Tree Removal

+13

Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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VRN Masonry Inc
4.3(
160
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The job went well. There were some issues with the supplier. They sent the wrong pavers and we had to reorder. That was beyond VRN's control. Once everything arrived the job went smoothly and quickly."
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+34

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Stampcrete of Maryland, Inc.
4.5(
30
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was done professionally and with high workmanship. Moreover, the cost of the work was very competitively priced as similar quotes for the same stamped concrete job were thousands of dollars higher.  Based upon my experience, I would definitely recommend this company to others seeking high quality work and dependable service.
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+17

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Hard Worx Concrete
4.4(
13
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Saint James, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I honestly cannot say enough good things about Hard Worx Concrete. They installed an outdoor basketball court for us, and they did an absolutely beatiful job. Everyone who has seen it wants to put one up in their own yard now! What really stands out about Hard Worx is their experience and their willingness to go the extra mile. We needed metal work removed before we could install the court and they did that. We needed help installing the actual pole and hoop and they did that for us as well. Roger even identified a missing part right away and made an extra trip to install it after it arrived. The job was essentially done, but he went out of his way to make sure our court was fully functional. Roger was so knowledgeable about every aspect of the job. He made special bevel cuts to enhance our playing experience and gave us multiple options for pigment and hoop placement. Hard Worx Concrete are professional, kind, and experts in their field. We hope to use them again for future projects!"
Extended concrete patio. 10×10 
Extended living space with pavers
Installed 2'  retaining wall around perimeter. 3' retaining wall at the back wall.
Finished pavers now turf prep
Border pavers
Flagstone
Turf install in progress

+11

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers FAQs, 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.

With foundation walls, the slab on grade and force at the top of the wall is resisted by flooring. With retaining walls, the force at the top of the wall is not resisted.

The lifespan of a retaining wall varies based on its material, installation quality, maintenance, and local climate, with an average range of 20 to 100 years. Retaining walls made from durable materials like concrete, stone, and brick generally last a minimum of 50 years. Concrete walls typically last between 50 and 100 years, while brick can last for over a century in ideal conditions. Timber retaining walls can last from 20 to 40 years, depending on the wood quality, and pressure-treated wood walls average around 30 years. It is important to note that a retaining wall can fail prematurely if it was poorly constructed, for example, with inefficient footings or without necessary rebar reinforcements.

If you don’t backfill a retaining wall—either at all or adequately enough—the wall won’t drain well, and water will be able to pass through it. Poor drainage will lead to a warped wall or a buildup of hydrostatic pressure, which can eventually collapse your retaining wall. If you have particularly sloped land, consult a structural engineer to ensure your hardscaping is adding value to your home.

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