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Taylor's Remodeling
4.7(
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Handyman for Multiple Small Projects

Serving Jackson, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience using Mr. Otis for some minor home repairs. He fixed all of our issues quickly without any problem and he is a great person to do business with. I would recommend him to anyone who needs any work done. We will be using him again."
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Response time4 days
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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New Creation Remodeling
5.0(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Jackson, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent to work with on this project. The communication was excellent, very responsive and knowledgeable with questions. Due to leak, they installed and new dry wall, painted and installed new flooring. Very pleased."
New Hardie lap siding
Backyard fun
After demo
Siding update
Siding update

+45

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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John Douglas Masonry
5.0(
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Brick, Stone or Block Wall - Repair

Serving Jackson, MS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John Douglas Masonry is excellence in masonry. He and his crew are respectful, professional, communicative, honest, and talented! My stone fireplace is a work of art, a masterpiece. My friends and family all enjoy the many hours we spend outside and this brings crafted natural beauty to my oasis! I highly recommend this company! Thank you John Douglas Msonry!"
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Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Wall Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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