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P H Landscapes and Construction
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Plainfield, VT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff works with you, works within your budget, very customer service oriented."
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Response time3 days
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R.A.M. Contracting, Inc.
3.8(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Plainfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company representative stated to me that they only do commercial properties and not residential homes. I was not aware of that from the company's description. They did respond to my calls."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fortin's Construction LLC
5.0(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Plainfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Fortins Construvtion was professional and completed the job in a timely manner. Would definitely rehire!"
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Response time8 hrs
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Stonewood builders
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Plainfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in concrete installation and repair for driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps, and a variety of other projects. With over 15 years of industry experience, we take and enormous amount of pride in the attention to detail put into each of the projects we're involved with. We're known for our quality work and the integrity of our business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction. \n

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Sheldricks Concrete & Masonry
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Plainfield, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you're in good with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments and following through on promises then call our reputable company today We will be the one and only contractor you'll ever need. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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. 

There are contractors specifically trained in the design and construction of retaining walls. Retaining wall contractors are skilled at dealing with the soil on your property and assessing what kind of drainage should be installed. They will recommend the best materials to use for the project and can handle the processing of permits by local authorities.

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.

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.

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.

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