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NRE Excavating
4.9(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Alger, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had a huge maple stump in the front yard, from the time I got the estimate till the job was done was about 4 days. They came out and got started on it right away, worked straight through until it was finished. Leveled it out and cleaned the yard and driveway that my wife didn’t even notice the stump was gone. I’m going to pick up some seeds tomorrow to fill in the grass, I’m not including a finished photo because it’s absolutely pouring outside right now. But the job that was done above my expectations. Thank you very much and it was nice to meet you guys."
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Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Northern Ground Services
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Alger, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Northern Ground Services has become a staple of professionalism and quality work in Michigan for years. With decades of experience, there is no job too large or small. Call today to schedule an appointment!

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Rebekah Gryb
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Alger, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Our company provides exceptional service to the surrounding areas. Always taking pride our services, striving to execute with excellence, and putting our customers in the forefront, is our philosophy. Whatever your home improvement needs may be, you can count on our company to leave you satisfied and happy. Call today , youll be pleased you did. Thank you!

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Straight Edge Concrete and Excavation, LLC
2.8(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Alger, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"What an amazing Kyle and his crew have done for me and my family! Talk about prompt and honest workers they made me feel at ease Kyle was always on top of things and I really never had to ask a question he payed everything out like the professional that he is! Feel comfortable with straight edge concrete they are the pros!"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

Poured concrete is often the cheapest material for a retaining wall, costing around $6 to $8 per square foot. Other budget-friendly options include vinyl and landscaping timbers, which range from $10 to $15 per square foot; landscaping timbers are particularly well-suited for DIY projects. Untreated timber and railroad ties are a step up in price, starting at $15 to $25 per square foot. Natural stones can also be a cost-effective choice if you can source them from your own property, but they can be expensive to purchase. High-end materials like steel are typically the most expensive but offer superior durability and aesthetics.

Costs depend on material type, labor rates, and additional features like decorative finishes or reinforcement.

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.

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. 

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