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Armored Roofing & Construction, LLC
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Armored Roofing & Construction is a family-owned company in Michigan that is founded on the principles of craftsmanship and quality. We have decades of experience and if it does not have to do with fortifying your home with world class quality, we don?t do it! Free quotes, financing and warranties, seasonal offers, and 5% off new projects for veterans!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Golden Construction
4.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Chuck built a treated lumber retaining wall. The design, engineering, and construction were outstanding. His communication was prompt, thorough, and understandable. He was very personable, he listened and, was adaptable. A great choice for your retaining wall project."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
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Wise Choice Lawn Care LLC
4.2(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"I reached out to Wise Choice to have my old fence and driveway gate replaced and they absolutely delivered! I was very impressed with the level of customer service and the quality of the work performed. They've helped me with multiple projects this summer from fencing to roofing and I would gladly hire them again for my next project!"
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Recommended by37%of homeowners
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ES Construction
5.0(
21
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

""Professional, Clean, and Flawless Work" Ethan did an absolutely perfect job on our drywall project. He was professional, respectful of our space, and kept everything clean throughout the process. The finish is smooth and seamless?exactly what we were hoping for. You can tell he takes pride in doing it right the first time. Highly recommend!"
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+12

Response time1 day
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Courtney's Tree Service
4.8(
9
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job and were very professional. We recommended them to neighbors who also hired them and were very pleased with their work. We had 5 trees taken down and they also trimmed some large branches from other trees. Also was very reasonably priced. Highly recommend."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lytle Concrete
5.0(
8
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had an outstanding experience with Lytle Concrete! They removed a large number of unruly bushes and trees, cleared out all the river rock and oversized stones, and completely transformed our landscaping. They also poured beautiful new concrete steps leading to our front door with excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail. We especially appreciated their honesty and integrity as they saved us money by determining our existing sidewalk did not need to be replaced. They also installed a buried drainage pipe to divert water away from our foundation, which has already helped with basement flooding due to our high water table. Communication was excellent, pricing was fair, and the work was completed on time. They truly transformed our home into something we’re proud of. Highly recommend!"
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Pristine Concrete Construction
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Athens, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

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.

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.

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.

A retaining wall can only function as a fence if it’s high enough on all sides to prevent someone from accidentally falling into the pool. However, most retaining walls retain dirt, which means their purpose is not related to safety. There would need to be nothing on the other side of the wall for it to be considered a fence, but in that case, it wouldn’t retain anything and would cease to be a retaining wall.  

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