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Hamland Construction Co
4.4(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Hatley, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"They were fantastic. Highly recommend. Dustin worked with me the entire time, always answered his phone, and was never late."
Sunbaked, Buff Tan Release. Belguim Slate Texture
Midnight Gray Boarder. Dovetail integral, light gray marbling. Dark Gray Release. Italian Slate Texture.
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Concrete steps with buttresses.

+3

Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Jorge's Lawn Care
3.3(
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Retaining Wall - Install

Serving Hatley, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! The Team (3-4 Men) was diligent, efficient, polite and hard-working. They left the site immaculate. Their work has already received compliments from neighbors and others. The Supervisor visited the site to evaluate the work done; he, too, was very professional. I hope to work with Jorge's Landscaping again."
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Lake Front Cabin
Basketball court concrete pad
This is a light gray custom pattern patio with a dark gray boarder.
Stevens Point Patio

+160

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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