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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!

Response time4 days
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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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Guevara Land Art Landscaping
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Clare, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional, responsive to texts. Gave me a fair estimate based on a walk through of my property. Showed up on time, did the job well and sent photos. Great to work with!"
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Retaining Wall Installers FAQs, answered by experts

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.

They prevent soil erosion, add flat space, and enhance property aesthetics.

Each design is different, so we can’t say definitively if you’ll need a dedicated drainage system in place for a two-foot retaining wall. However, you can likely skip the drainage, as this project is typically served for walls that are 4 feet tall or more. Even with a relatively low wall, consider drainage if you are building on top of clay or poor-draining soil types or if there are buried water sources nearby, like a well used for other outdoor garden projects.

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.

Sand and gravel are two suitable options for filling behind a retaining wall. If you’re building your own retaining wall, you’ll complete this part of the process—known as backfilling—after you finish laying the blocks. Make sure not to skip it—otherwise, you could wind up with drainage issues, which can cause your retaining wall to collapse.

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