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EMC Property and Excavation
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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Emergency services offered

"They did a Great job, stabilizing a steep slope with rock and grading. Speading top of area with crush and run stone to make a very nice finished look. Great job ,would recommend EMC for any job. Thank you"
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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King's Restoration Co
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"I had a great experience with King Restoration Co. They replaced the deteriorating cement block piers supporting an extension on our cabin. I was impressed by their commitment and hard work in digging deep down to base rocks, inserting rebar and pouring new cement foundation columns to support a new wood frame. The quality of work was excellent and efficient!"
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Seaway of Gouverneur, Inc.
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Seaway of Gouverneur, Inc. is a professional general contract specializing in residential and commercial property modernization. We offer a wide variety of services including decks and porches, kitchens and bathrooms, replacement windows, room additions and dormers, siding and roofing, tuckpointing and fencing. We also offer commercial services including offices and storefronts, interior build outs, restaurants and medical centers. Please check out our website to view some pictures before and after our work and to read more about our quality guarantee!

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Fox Mechanical and More
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Dexter, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Thank you for choosing Fox Mechanical and More, for your home maintenance and repair. We have the expertise to build your home from the ground up and we have the tools to do the job right. You can trust a strong and long track record of integrity and reliability. Please call us today to take a look at your small project so that we can offer you an affordable solution.

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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.

Generally speaking, a retaining wall should be between 3 and 4 feet high, depending on variables such as the wall-building material, the purpose of the retaining wall, and more. If you want your retaining wall to be taller than 4 feet, check with your local building ordinance office for the maximum allotment. You may also need a special permit for retaining walls over 4 feet tall.

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.

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.

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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