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CALVIN JOHNSON MASON
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Lamar, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

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"Calvin Johnson did an outstanding job bricking my patio. Not only is he professional and dependable, he was able to provide advice on the best material, style of the bricks and layout so that the results were even better than I expected. Absolutely beautiful work - he is an expert at masonry! Thank you Calvin and company for improving the value of my home!"
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South Coast Turf LLC
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Lamar, SC and surrounding areas

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I have over 12 years of experience in construction, specializing in concrete, artificial turf and outdoor play equipment. Over the last several years we have done work in almost every state on the east coast. We know what it takes to travel and what it takes to do quality work. With our range of specialized skills we can complete projects that usually require you to hire multiple contractors. You work hard for your money, don’t settle for cheap settle for quality.

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Greenmans Landscaping
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Lamar, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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Retaining Wall Installers 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.

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.

Yes, you can use cinder blocks for many purposes, including retaining walls, foundations, garage walls, and fences. Building a cinder block retaining wall costs between $60 and $200 per linear foot, including materials and professional labor. For a 30-foot-long retaining wall, the cost ranges from $1,800 to $6,000.

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. 

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.

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