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GB Paving, LLC
3.8(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My name is Michael, my front door steps to my home were crumbling ,discolored and badly need of repair ...someone may fall and sue my home insurance .I hired Mr.Greivin Vargas out of 4 contractors from Angie listing...Wow Greivin did a professional repair fortified the steps with rebar,use strong psi concrete 💪 the front door steps look beautiful my neighbors have complement the job done I extremely satisfied along with my wife.I would recommend Mr Greivin Vargas to do your next job on your home ...he's patient and listens to you ..I love that."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunnyside Masonry
4.8(
59
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My wife said we needed to build a wall, and that I was going to pay for it. So I called Aidan, and his team built me a tremendous 48' wall in my backyard. It is a beautiful wall. Prompt communication, good work, and a fair price. Great!"
President Street
Landscaping & Masonry
Landscaping & Masonry
Landscaping & Masonry
Landscaping & Masonry

+25

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brighter Views Landscape
3.6(
34
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Ancram, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Damian was very responsive, he came by a few days after i first contacted him and gave me ideas of what to do around the yard.  We reviewed everything that i wanted done and he came back with a reasonable quote within a week.  The work was completed a few weeks after i put in the down payment and he even did some extra mulching that we had not discussed.  The yard looks great and mowing will be so much easier now.  He responded immediately whenever i had a question or sent him an email. Very professional.
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+1

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers FAQs, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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