Top-rated retaining wall installers.

Get matched with top retaining wall installers in your area

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Retaining wall installers in Forest Lake

Avatar for Custom Construction Services, LLC
Custom Construction Services, LLC
3237 Snelling Avenue
4.79(
217
)
Approved Pro
Custom Construction Services, LLC
3237 Snelling Avenue
4.79(
217
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
95 local quotes requested

Custom Construction Services is a specialty contracting service focusing on the creation of beautiful hardscapes. We specialize in providing custom concrete & hardscaping designs for driveways, retaining walls, walkways, patios, and water features. We've built a client-focused hardscaping business with an emphasis on quality materials, designs and finished product. Our mission is simple, put our skills, knowledge and effort forward to create the highest quality custom landscape possible. We've created professional hardscape & landscape designs for more than 11 years, and continue to keep current with the latest standards, techniques and materials. We firmly believe in providing the highest quality service and attention to detail on every project. We want our work to speak for itself. That's why we put heart into every design we craft, and focus on the highest quality final product possible.

"They have been amazing in the planning process?"

Christina P on July 2024

Custom Construction Services is a specialty contracting service focusing on the creation of beautiful hardscapes. We specialize in providing custom concrete & hardscaping designs for driveways, retaining walls, walkways, patios, and water features. We've built a client-focused hardscaping business with an emphasis on quality materials, designs and finished product. Our mission is simple, put our skills, knowledge and effort forward to create the highest quality custom landscape possible. We've created professional hardscape & landscape designs for more than 11 years, and continue to keep current with the latest standards, techniques and materials. We firmly believe in providing the highest quality service and attention to detail on every project. We want our work to speak for itself. That's why we put heart into every design we craft, and focus on the highest quality final product possible.

"They have been amazing in the planning process?"

Christina P on July 2024


Avatar for Tomford Landscaping, Inc.
Tomford Landscaping, Inc.
32634 Falcon Avenue North
4.83(
12
)
Approved Pro
Tomford Landscaping, Inc.
32634 Falcon Avenue North
4.83(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
12 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Tomford Landscaping, Inc., you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Tomford Landscaping is great to work with, prompt, professional and delivered what was wanting."

William S on April 2020

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Tomford Landscaping, Inc., you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

"Tomford Landscaping is great to work with, prompt, professional and delivered what was wanting."

William S on April 2020


Avatar for Slab Boss LLC
Slab Boss LLC
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Slab Boss LLC
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
143 local quotes requested

Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all your concrete, driveways, patios, sidewalks, slabs, caulk and crack repair.

"Garrett was very responsive with the bid and throughout the project. He raised our patio about an inch and a half, but had to stop before raising it higher, as he was concerned about the concrete cracking. I appreciated that he did not just continue the project. He did reduce the price quite significantly since he wasn't able to fully complete the job and the price was very fair."

Stacy Z on May 2025

Family owned business with over 3 years of experience handling all your concrete, driveways, patios, sidewalks, slabs, caulk and crack repair.

"Garrett was very responsive with the bid and throughout the project. He raised our patio about an inch and a half, but had to stop before raising it higher, as he was concerned about the concrete cracking. I appreciated that he did not just continue the project. He did reduce the price quite significantly since he wasn't able to fully complete the job and the price was very fair."

Stacy Z on May 2025


Metro Concrete Raising Inc
12501 Rhode Island Ave
4.82(
164
)
Approved Pro
Metro Concrete Raising Inc
12501 Rhode Island Ave
4.82(
164
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
120 local quotes requested

Concrete Contracting both Mudjacking and new Concrete. 2 Owners, Randy and Phil, with over 35 years experience each.

"This is the third time that I've used this company to adjust my almost 70-year old driveway. Each time the response to the initial call has been timely. They raised the sunken part of the driveway and angled it for rainwater flow. The crew were friendly, explained what was to be done before they started and, when done, showed me what had been done and allowed for any comments. Good clean-up too."

Robert W on October 2019

Concrete Contracting both Mudjacking and new Concrete. 2 Owners, Randy and Phil, with over 35 years experience each.

"This is the third time that I've used this company to adjust my almost 70-year old driveway. Each time the response to the initial call has been timely. They raised the sunken part of the driveway and angled it for rainwater flow. The crew were friendly, explained what was to be done before they started and, when done, showed me what had been done and allowed for any comments. Good clean-up too."

Robert W on October 2019


Avatar for Minnesota Concrete Lifting
Minnesota Concrete Lifting
22015 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
4.91(
75
)
Approved Pro
Minnesota Concrete Lifting
22015 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
4.91(
75
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
222 local quotes requested

We are a professionally preferred concrete raising and foundation contractor serving all of Minnesota. We WILL provide:  Quality Work  Competitive Prices  Fast & Reliable Workmanship

"They were on time, quick, professional and cleaned up when they were done. Have already recommended them to our neighbors."

Lynn P on October 2024

We are a professionally preferred concrete raising and foundation contractor serving all of Minnesota. We WILL provide:  Quality Work  Competitive Prices  Fast & Reliable Workmanship

"They were on time, quick, professional and cleaned up when they were done. Have already recommended them to our neighbors."

Lynn P on October 2024


MJ’s Concrete LLC
14314 Crosstown Blvd NW
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
MJ’s Concrete LLC
14314 Crosstown Blvd NW
4.33(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
770 local quotes requested
21 years of experience

MJ’s Concrete has more than 15 years of experience, which allows us to provide you with the expert concrete services you’re looking for. We take pride in our family owned and operated business, as well as our union trained staff. If you’re currently looking to hire a professional concrete company, we invite you to contact us now for more information. We truly care that you receive the absolute best services possible, and that’s why we’ll do everything in our power to make sure that your ultimate vision come to life. *Accredited with BBB.

"Fast and efficient and professional."

Brian K on June 2024

MJ’s Concrete has more than 15 years of experience, which allows us to provide you with the expert concrete services you’re looking for. We take pride in our family owned and operated business, as well as our union trained staff. If you’re currently looking to hire a professional concrete company, we invite you to contact us now for more information. We truly care that you receive the absolute best services possible, and that’s why we’ll do everything in our power to make sure that your ultimate vision come to life. *Accredited with BBB.

"Fast and efficient and professional."

Brian K on June 2024


Avatar for Anderson Concrete Lifting
Anderson Concrete Lifting
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Anderson Concrete Lifting
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
141 local quotes requested

Anderson Concrete Lifting is a family owned company that understands the goal of getting the most out of your property. We assure our customers a peace of mind when it comes to the unsatisfying result of sinking concrete. Serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin, we provide a cost effective solution to any settling concrete slab. We service sidewalks, steps, garage floors, driveways, aprons, patios, pool decks and much more! Get a free quote. Contact us today if it's time to Rehab Your Slab!

"Excellent. Highly recommend ACL when your situation requires mud jacking. Professional company with competitive pricing."

Jeff A on September 2024

Anderson Concrete Lifting is a family owned company that understands the goal of getting the most out of your property. We assure our customers a peace of mind when it comes to the unsatisfying result of sinking concrete. Serving Minnesota and western Wisconsin, we provide a cost effective solution to any settling concrete slab. We service sidewalks, steps, garage floors, driveways, aprons, patios, pool decks and much more! Get a free quote. Contact us today if it's time to Rehab Your Slab!

"Excellent. Highly recommend ACL when your situation requires mud jacking. Professional company with competitive pricing."

Jeff A on September 2024


Avatar for Carlson Hardscape Inc
Carlson Hardscape Inc
5825 235th St W
4.81(
27
)
Approved Pro
Carlson Hardscape Inc
5825 235th St W
4.81(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
262 local quotes requested

Carlson Hardscape, Inc. is a family owned and operated paver contractor business in Farmington, Minnesota that specializes in the installation of interlocking pavers, concrete pavers, and brick and stone paving as the sole business of the company. In business for over fifteen years, we have invested in the proper equipment and training that ensures your paver project lasts a lifetime. We offer Paver cleaning & sealing and Paver repair as well.

"We are very happy with the results. Bob clearly explained how the project would go and explained options. He took the time to fully understand what our goals were with the project."

Chris S on October 2021

Carlson Hardscape, Inc. is a family owned and operated paver contractor business in Farmington, Minnesota that specializes in the installation of interlocking pavers, concrete pavers, and brick and stone paving as the sole business of the company. In business for over fifteen years, we have invested in the proper equipment and training that ensures your paver project lasts a lifetime. We offer Paver cleaning & sealing and Paver repair as well.

"We are very happy with the results. Bob clearly explained how the project would go and explained options. He took the time to fully understand what our goals were with the project."

Chris S on October 2021


Avatar for Graley Concrete Co.
Graley Concrete Co.
21275 Iverson Ave N
4.86(
63
)
Approved Pro
Graley Concrete Co.
21275 Iverson Ave N
4.86(
63
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
590 local quotes requested

Since 1990, Graley Concrete, a family-owned business located in the heart of the St. Croix Valley, has been delivering exceptional decorative stamped and colored concrete services. Whether you’re aiming for a vibrant, stamped and colored design or prefer a classic, traditional look, we’re equipped to transform your outdoor area to match your vision. Choosing Graley means collaborating closely with our owner, Trevor, who personally oversees each project onsite, guaranteeing that your expectations are not just met, but exceeded. Our committed team is dedicated to achieving the perfect outcome for your project, working diligently from start to finish. Explore our extensive photo gallery to discover the wide range of services we offer, including driveways, patios, sidewalks, steps, stoops, fire pits, pool decks, and water features. Find inspiration for your next project and see the quality and craftsmanship that Graley Concrete brings to every job. Give us a call at (651) 470-4603 or send us a message to see what we can do for your project!

"Trevor & his crew did a fantastic job on our sidewalk! The entire process from beginning to end & the final product exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend!"

Lisa H on August 2024

Since 1990, Graley Concrete, a family-owned business located in the heart of the St. Croix Valley, has been delivering exceptional decorative stamped and colored concrete services. Whether you’re aiming for a vibrant, stamped and colored design or prefer a classic, traditional look, we’re equipped to transform your outdoor area to match your vision. Choosing Graley means collaborating closely with our owner, Trevor, who personally oversees each project onsite, guaranteeing that your expectations are not just met, but exceeded. Our committed team is dedicated to achieving the perfect outcome for your project, working diligently from start to finish. Explore our extensive photo gallery to discover the wide range of services we offer, including driveways, patios, sidewalks, steps, stoops, fire pits, pool decks, and water features. Find inspiration for your next project and see the quality and craftsmanship that Graley Concrete brings to every job. Give us a call at (651) 470-4603 or send us a message to see what we can do for your project!

"Trevor & his crew did a fantastic job on our sidewalk! The entire process from beginning to end & the final product exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend!"

Lisa H on August 2024


Avatar for All Seasons Flooring and More
All Seasons Flooring and More
8203 28th Ave N
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
All Seasons Flooring and More
8203 28th Ave N
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
744 local quotes requested

All Season Flooring & More LLC is a reputable flooring company that offers a wide range of flooring solutions to meet the needs of residential and commercial customers. With 20 years of experience in the industry, they have built a strong reputation for providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

"The crew from All Seasons Flooring and More rebuilt one chimney from the roof up and repaired two other chimneys. They put new caps on the chimneys. The crew did an excellent job on absolutely all the work they did. They were conscious, timely, communicative, thorough, professional and a pleasure to work with. I strongly recommend them for any masonry or flooring jobs. They’re truly top notch."

Richard G on May 2024

All Season Flooring & More LLC is a reputable flooring company that offers a wide range of flooring solutions to meet the needs of residential and commercial customers. With 20 years of experience in the industry, they have built a strong reputation for providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service.

"The crew from All Seasons Flooring and More rebuilt one chimney from the roof up and repaired two other chimneys. They put new caps on the chimneys. The crew did an excellent job on absolutely all the work they did. They were conscious, timely, communicative, thorough, professional and a pleasure to work with. I strongly recommend them for any masonry or flooring jobs. They’re truly top notch."

Richard G on May 2024

...
Showing 1-10 of 953

FAQs for retaining wall installation projects in Forest Lake, MN

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. The creosote treatment in traditional railroad ties helps resist rot and insects, but proper drainage is essential for maximizing longevity. Regular inspections and prompt repairs of minor issues can help extend your wall's useful life.

Creosote-treated railroad ties can pose health risks if used near edible plants or children's play areas. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) notes that creosote may be harmful to humans and wildlife. Many localities restrict or prohibit creosote-treated wood in residential settings. For garden applications, consider alternative materials like recycled plastic composite ties or lumber treated with more garden-friendly preservatives.

The ideal drainage solution depends on your specific site conditions and wall height. For most residential applications, a combination of gravel backfill and perforated drain pipe works effectively. 

A complete drainage system costs between $2,100 and $6,500, though basic solutions start at $500. Proper drainage prevents water pressure buildup behind your wall, significantly reducing the risk of failure and extending its useful life.

For walls under four feet tall on relatively flat terrain, you can proceed without engineering services. However, walls exceeding four feet, those on steep slopes, or projects with unusual soil conditions require professional engineering input. 

A structural engineer can design appropriate footings and reinforcement to ensure your wall safely handles the lateral soil pressure it will face.

Railroad tie retaining walls start at $15 to $25 per square foot, with most projects averaging $25 to $30 per square foot, depending on complexity and site prep. This makes them more affordable than natural stone or concrete block walls initially. 

While vinyl options may cost less upfront ($10 to $15 per square foot), railroad ties offer superior aesthetics and strength. Though they require more maintenance than masonry options, their lower initial cost makes them attractive for many homeowners.

The Forest Lake, MN homeowners’ guide to retaining wall installations
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
professional delivering concrete to jobsite
Apr 21, 2025
Apr 21, 2025
In this guide, we'll explain the factors that influence concrete delivery costs so you can make informed decisions about your next home improvement project.
A beautiful home with a concrete driveway on a sunny day
Jun 12, 2025
Jun 12, 2025
Budget for concrete driveway costs based on factors such as square footage, thickness, concrete type, finish, removal, labor, and more.
A yard pathway and concrete steps leading to a house’s front porch
Jun 12, 2025
Jun 12, 2025
Concrete step costs vary with the type of concrete, the number of steps, and labor rates. This guide breaks down the main cost factors to help you budget.
stamped concrete patio with furniture in backyard
Jun 11, 2025
Jun 11, 2025
Learn how much stamped concrete costs based on factors like the project size, materials, pattern, color, thickness, and labor rates.
garden plants with landscape curbing
Jun 9, 2025
Jun 9, 2025
Landscape curbing costs are based on factors such as project size, materials, landscape type, site preparation, labor, land grading, and more.
concrete walkway in yard
Apr 26, 2025
Apr 26, 2025
Budget for concrete walkway costs based on factors such as sidewalk size, thickness, grade, shape, site prep, reinforcement, labor, removal, and more.
Share project details to get started.