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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

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.

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. 

To maintain the integrity of your landscape, a retaining wall must be installed if the slope of the angle exceeds 35 degrees. The lean of the wall must be 1 inch per 12 inches in height to disperse the weight of the soil uniformly and guarantee the correct drainage of the soil.

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.

Yes, including patterns, finishes, and plant integration for aesthetic enhancement.

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