"Levi did an excellent job on our project = it was a split face block wall that was hit by a car and he had to replace a section of the wall and it looks fantastic!!"
"I had a small room with issues. It is a 1960s house with several owners before me. The walls in this room kept peeling away and had many areas where the paint was down to the original layer of paint. Ronny finished scraping then patched and sanded the patches. He came back and put on a primer. After that he applied two coats of paint. Ronny is a nice person and was a pleasure to work with. He put down heavy paper over every inch of the room. The work was perfect and the price affordable. Hire him. I will if I need any more painting done."
"Highly Recommend Wal-Masters Drywall LLC Fast, Reliable, and Affordable! I had some drywall repairs needed after Hurricane Helene, and Wal-Masters Drywall LLC absolutely delivered. This husband-and-wife team showed up on time, worked quickly, and did an excellent job. What another company quoted me $800 for and said would take 2–3 days, they completed in just about 1.5 hours using Quikset...with flawless results.
Their work was clean, professional, and fairly priced. If you’re looking for drywall repair in Asheville or the surrounding area, I can’t recommend them enough. Honest, hard-working, and skilled...exactly the kind of small business worth supporting!"
"Mr. Ingersoll, has preformed 200+ dry wall repairs and total home drywall projects for our company.
They are reliable, cost conscious, excellent work. They do what they say they will fo. And,that puts them ahead of the rest."
"Jose and his crew at J & M Elite Contracting were extremely professional throughout the entire process and provided an affordable rate. We had them put up new drywall, level 5 ceiling, and new flooring in our basement and the results were great. I would highly recommend."
"Great job! Carlos and his team were excellent at installing my front door. It wasn’t an easy task, it was a single door, installed a double door. Also installed two outside lights. Great job! Will hire them again!"
"We hired Jesse to build us a fence in spring 2024 and could not be happier with the result. We recommend him to everyone and the fence is absolutely gorgeous and so sturdy. Even withstood a giant tree fall during Helene with barely any damage (see picture). Incredible workmanship and so fun to work with in general. We hired him again for a bathroom reno which just wrapped and I’ll review next."
"The old, wood retaining wall was removed and replaced with a stone block wall over 4 days, rain or shine. The crews were great and very punctual, did a tremendous job and cleaned the site up before they left. The crew leader was exceptionally personable and helped us with some changes (fabric and mulch) along the way. We will definitely be using them for future projects!"
"Joe fixed our bathroom leak by replacing the faulty hardware with the proper hardware and patched the wall back up and repainted the wall (with the perfect color match) where he had to cut out to diagnose. You can’t even tell there was a hole there. Joe took the time to explain everything to me of what our issue was and how he fixed it. He was on time, explained how long the job will take, and very thorough. Very professional work. My husband and I will definitely use Cransten again for our house projects in the future. Before and after photos from the leak damage and repair included with this review."
Generally, a railroad tie retaining wall consisting of a single line of ties should be between 3 and 4 feet tall—and the height often tops out at around 6 feet. You can go taller, but you may need additional footings and reinforcements, including a second layer of railroad ties to support the added weight of the soil it’s holding back.
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.
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.
Even if you think you know how to build a retaining wall theoretically, doing the actual work is a completely different story. There are lots of nuances in building retaining walls, and the slightest oversight can compromise their integrity. Therefore, we recommend you hire a pro to build, repair, or replace retaining walls.
Installation typically takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the wall’s size and site conditions.
The Fletcher, NC homeowners’ guide to wall repair services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
This guide features information on the costs to repair a brick wall, whether or not you need a brick mason to complete spalling, tuckpointing, or a full restoration.
Retaining wall repair cost can vary widely based on the age and condition of the wall being restored. Learn why finding the right pro is important for getting the job done.
The paper is off, but your walls need some love. Learn how to repair your walls after a wallpaper removal project and prep them for paint or new decor.