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Northern Ground Services
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

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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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Proven Property Works
New to Angi
Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

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Proven Property Works is a locally owned home-improvement company based out of Greenville MI, serving Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities. We specialize in fences, decks, exterior improvements, repairs, painting, and general property maintenance. We take pride in honest communication, dependable service, fair pricing, and quality workmanship. Whether you need a small repair or a larger property upgrade, we’re committed to doing the job right and treating your home like it’s our own.

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NRE Excavating
4.9(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quality service, great communication. Very pro-active about scheduling the job and answering questions, making adjustments as needed. Fair pricing. Provided written description and invoice when put half down for the job, after walking through the sites. We are already planning to hire them again for the next set of projects."
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Blue Collar Concrete Construction LLC
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"Professional , timely,all worked well together. Very efficient. Dependable and hardworking men. Above and beyond service. Polite people. I am very happy with the service. Shelia from Manton Michigan."
Response time20 mins
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, 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.

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.

Proper design and construction prevent erosion and add structural stability to landscapes.

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.  

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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