How long do stone retaining walls last?

With proper design and construction, stone retaining walls can last anywhere from 50 to 200 years. They're built to withstand soil pressure and environmental factors, especially when reinforced with geogrid and constructed on solid foundations. Using quality materials and skilled professionals ensures your retaining wall will be durable for decades.

Which stone wall material options can I choose for my project?

You can choose between natural stone and stone veneer for your project. Natural stone offers timeless durability and character, while stone veneer provides a sleek, modern look and is lighter to install. Both options are strong and provide good drainage. Consider your budget, maintenance preferences, and design goals to decide which material is best for your wall.

How do I select a qualified masonry professional for my stone wall installation?

Choosing the right masonry professional is key to ensuring your stone wall stands the test of time. Be sure to check that the contractor has valid licenses and certifications, and a strong track record of quality work. Look at their past projects and read customer reviews. Meeting them in person and getting detailed quotes will help you make an informed decision. Taking these steps will help you find an expert who can build a sturdy and beautiful wall for your home.

Top-Rated Retaining Wall Installations Experts in Wake Forest, NC

Robinson Construction & Outdoor Living

Robinson Construction & Outdoor Living

Customers say: Quick response

25 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Robinson Construction & Outdoor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Marty was great working with and arranging electrician for hot tub installation. Crew making cement pad and improving drainage on the lot was very professional. I would strongly recommend them."

Mariola K on June 2022

Robinson Construction & Outdoor is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Marty was great working with and arranging electrician for hot tub installation. Crew making cement pad and improving drainage on the lot was very professional. I would strongly recommend them."

Mariola K on June 2022

Justin Cox

4801 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 200, PMB 453

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Justin Cox

4801 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 200, PMB 453

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3 years of experience

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Spruce Pine Landscape & Design LLC

104 Spruce Dr

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Spruce Pine Landscape & Design LLC

104 Spruce Dr

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2 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Spruce Pine Landscape & Design LLC proudly serves North Carolina with over 10 years of landscaping expertise. Our team specializes in a wide range of services, including lawn maintenance, mulch installation, retaining walls, gutter cleaning, and custom gardening solutions. Whether you're looking to enhance curb appeal, maintain a healthy lawn, or redesign your outdoor space, we bring professionalism, creativity, and reliability to every project. Were committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and personalized service tailored to your propertys unique needs. At Spruce Pine Landscape & Design LLC, no job is too big or too small and were always ready to go the extra mile to exceed expectations. Let us help you transform and maintain your landscape with care, precision, and local know-how. Contact us today to schedule your next project and discover the difference experience makes!

A & G Concrete

A & G Concrete

Customers say: Quick response

7 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

Big Dan's Mowing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"3 men did a wonderful job with our sidewalk. They worked really hard and it looks great. We did some cleaning up after they left."

Jeanne W on July 2025

Big Dan's Mowing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"3 men did a wonderful job with our sidewalk. They worked really hard and it looks great. We did some cleaning up after they left."

Jeanne W on July 2025

Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC

Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage LLC

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 99% of Angi customers

54 local quotes requested

We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**

"Nicolas and his team did a great job grading our yard! With an expert level understanding of complex drainage issues, Nicolas easily identified and fixed a long-standing problem. Our crawl space in finally water free. Thanks Nicolas!"

Chris J on May 2025

We specialize in residential hardscape design and installation. Whether you have a blank slate or you would like to enhance your yard's features, we are the company you have been looking for! Do you dream of an inviting grill area and entertaining patio? What about a beautiful walkway, fire pit or outdoor fireplace? We provide excellent service at extremely competitive rates throughout the Raleigh/Durham area. We take pride in our work and it shows from our work ethic to the final result! A beautiful yard is possible, let us help! Nicolas' Hardscapes & Drainage has been servicing the Raleigh, Durham and Chapel Hill areas for over 10 years. The company is owned and operated by Nicolas. We specialize in hardscape, drainage & grading design projects at extremely reasonable prices to meet your budget and needs. We warranty our hardscaping! Are you in the military or a veteran? Ask us about our military discount.**please note we do not pour or work with concrete.**

"Nicolas and his team did a great job grading our yard! With an expert level understanding of complex drainage issues, Nicolas easily identified and fixed a long-standing problem. Our crawl space in finally water free. Thanks Nicolas!"

Chris J on May 2025

Two J Concrete LLC

200 Seven Oaks Road STE 70

Two J Concrete LLC

200 Seven Oaks Road STE 70

At Two J Concrete, as a team, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional and prompt manner. With over 15 years of experience, we focus on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Two J Concrete are professional and extraordinarily hardworking. They will get the job done right, on time, and on budget. Tino is a pleasure to work with, and I will definitely hire them again."

Rob B on August 2025

At Two J Concrete, as a team, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional and prompt manner. With over 15 years of experience, we focus on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Two J Concrete are professional and extraordinarily hardworking. They will get the job done right, on time, and on budget. Tino is a pleasure to work with, and I will definitely hire them again."

Rob B on August 2025

Gardens of the Carolinas

12008 Six Forks Rd

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Gardens of the Carolinas

12008 Six Forks Rd

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Customers say: Quality work

34 local quotes requested

44 years of experience

We are a family owned, residential design/build landscaping firm that has been serving the triangle since 1981.

"Our backyard had a large uphill slope, rendering most of it unusable. Additionally, there were drainage problems and a lack of privacy. All of these prevented us from enjoying our yard. Gardens of the Carolinas was the most responsive when we initiated initial inquiries, which continued throughout our project. John and his team were fantastic to work with for our backyard project. The team listened to our concerns and provided an extensive long-term vision for rectifying them and making them an area we’d enjoy moving forward. Based on our immediate needs, we decided to take a phased approach by adding a timber retention wall, a stone wall with lighting, and privacy trees. They also tapped into our existing drainage solution and made it more efficient. I view this as providing us with a canvas for future projects. We are very pleased with their work and will be a repeat customer for future phases of their initial plan. To summarize our experience with Gardens of the Carolinas: Patience: We made multiple edits to find a solution within budget. John and the team always understood and respected our concerns, ensuring we were comfortable with the decisions. Thoroughness: I was provided multiple options and pros/cons for every question. This reiterated their experience and gave me confidence that we were making a sound investment. Seamless: their team handled everything for us, including permitting, assistance with HOA, and more, in addition to the work completed. Professionalism: The crew performing the work respected concerns around noise and ensured a clean and tidy work environment. When the project was completed, they ensured the streets, sidewalks, and backyard were all in a great place, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to customer service."

Drew P on August 2024

We are a family owned, residential design/build landscaping firm that has been serving the triangle since 1981.

"Our backyard had a large uphill slope, rendering most of it unusable. Additionally, there were drainage problems and a lack of privacy. All of these prevented us from enjoying our yard. Gardens of the Carolinas was the most responsive when we initiated initial inquiries, which continued throughout our project. John and his team were fantastic to work with for our backyard project. The team listened to our concerns and provided an extensive long-term vision for rectifying them and making them an area we’d enjoy moving forward. Based on our immediate needs, we decided to take a phased approach by adding a timber retention wall, a stone wall with lighting, and privacy trees. They also tapped into our existing drainage solution and made it more efficient. I view this as providing us with a canvas for future projects. We are very pleased with their work and will be a repeat customer for future phases of their initial plan. To summarize our experience with Gardens of the Carolinas: Patience: We made multiple edits to find a solution within budget. John and the team always understood and respected our concerns, ensuring we were comfortable with the decisions. Thoroughness: I was provided multiple options and pros/cons for every question. This reiterated their experience and gave me confidence that we were making a sound investment. Seamless: their team handled everything for us, including permitting, assistance with HOA, and more, in addition to the work completed. Professionalism: The crew performing the work respected concerns around noise and ensured a clean and tidy work environment. When the project was completed, they ensured the streets, sidewalks, and backyard were all in a great place, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to customer service."

Drew P on August 2024

Design Craft LLC

3220 Northside Drive

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Design Craft LLC

3220 Northside Drive

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

301 local quotes requested

Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194

"Design Craft helped me out with a backyard project. They installed new gravel fire pit area and paver dinning area. They were quick and professional and even leveled out part of my yard they weren't working on for more effective draining at no extra cost! Highly recommend."

Maren M on August 2025

Outdoor living can become true with Designcraft. Quality craftmanship, outstanding Customer Service. We can build you outdoor kitchen patio, pond, waterfall, fireplace. Over 35 years of experience in residential and commercial construction , stone and masonry Visit our website and see what our Customers are saying about us: www.Designcraftllc.com, or call us 919 809-4194

"Design Craft helped me out with a backyard project. They installed new gravel fire pit area and paver dinning area. They were quick and professional and even leveled out part of my yard they weren't working on for more effective draining at no extra cost! Highly recommend."

Maren M on August 2025

Progressive Landscapes & Irrigation

151 Waymon Way

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Progressive Landscapes & Irrigation

151 Waymon Way

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Customers say: Quick response

212 local quotes requested

15 years of experience

Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!

"I hired Miguel to build a patio in my backyard, and it turned out to be one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We agreed on a 30x14 paver design for $5,700, including all labor and materials. However, Miguel showed up with only 40 pavers anyone with common sense knows that’s nowhere near enough for a space that size. Because of his poor planning (or intentional deceit), I had to pay for an additional 40 pavers and agree to a last-minute change in design just to get the job done. In total, I ended up paying over $7,900 more than $2,000 over our original agreement and I still didn’t get the design we agreed upon. He also purchased rocks in colors we never discussed, which clashed with everything and forced me to spend even more money. His so called retainer wall was so poorly constructed that I had to hire a second contractor to fix it, costing me an additional $2,000. The final product? Mismatched, two toned pavers, rushed work, and shoddy craftsmanship. On top of that, Miguel had the audacity to charge me extra because his workers had to put in more hours all due to his own lack of preparation and failure to follow our agreement. His lack of professionalism, accountability, and honesty is appalling. I wouldn’t trust this man to build a sandcastle. What I’ve learned from this mess: never pay a contractor without getting an itemized list, double check the materials yourself, and don’t assume people will be honest just because they seem nice. If I had the time and energy, I’d take him to court. But truthfully, I believe karma will handle it because there’s no way good will come to someone who operates this deceitfully. Save yourself the money and stress — do not hire Miguel"

Danielle B on May 2025

Transform your outdoor space with our comprehensive services! We specialize in hardscaping, lawn irrigation, landscape lighting, landscaping, and fencing, creating beautiful and functional outdoor environments. Our skilled team delivers high-quality craftsmanship, from designing elegant hardscapes and installing efficient irrigation systems to enhancing your property with custom lighting, lush landscapes, and durable fencing. We’re dedicated to bringing your vision to life with attention to detail and a focus on customer satisfaction. Contact us today for a free consultation and start planning your dream outdoor space!

"I hired Miguel to build a patio in my backyard, and it turned out to be one of the worst decisions I’ve ever made. We agreed on a 30x14 paver design for $5,700, including all labor and materials. However, Miguel showed up with only 40 pavers anyone with common sense knows that’s nowhere near enough for a space that size. Because of his poor planning (or intentional deceit), I had to pay for an additional 40 pavers and agree to a last-minute change in design just to get the job done. In total, I ended up paying over $7,900 more than $2,000 over our original agreement and I still didn’t get the design we agreed upon. He also purchased rocks in colors we never discussed, which clashed with everything and forced me to spend even more money. His so called retainer wall was so poorly constructed that I had to hire a second contractor to fix it, costing me an additional $2,000. The final product? Mismatched, two toned pavers, rushed work, and shoddy craftsmanship. On top of that, Miguel had the audacity to charge me extra because his workers had to put in more hours all due to his own lack of preparation and failure to follow our agreement. His lack of professionalism, accountability, and honesty is appalling. I wouldn’t trust this man to build a sandcastle. What I’ve learned from this mess: never pay a contractor without getting an itemized list, double check the materials yourself, and don’t assume people will be honest just because they seem nice. If I had the time and energy, I’d take him to court. But truthfully, I believe karma will handle it because there’s no way good will come to someone who operates this deceitfully. Save yourself the money and stress — do not hire Miguel"

Danielle B on May 2025

Lawn & Order Landscaping

8160 Chapel Hill Road

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Lawn & Order Landscaping

8160 Chapel Hill Road

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Customers say: Super punctual

234 local quotes requested

21 years of experience

🎉 Limited-Time Offer – Get Your First Lawn Treatment FREE! 🎉 Join one of our Turf Care Programs and pre-pay for the year—we’ll give you the first lawn care application at no cost! ✔ Professional Lawn Care Services ✔ Lush, Healthy Grass All Season ✔ No-Hassle, Reliable Service ---- Lawn & Order Landscaping delivers top-tier lawn care and landscaping with precision and professionalism. Locally owned and trusted, we are a full-service landscape company, handling everything from routine maintenance to transformative landscape design. Our expert team is dedicated to flawless results, unmatched reliability, and customer satisfaction. Experience the best—because you deserve it!

"Ive had nothing but positive interactions with the entire Lawn and Order Landscaping. The staff members speak professionally and their interaction with each other is professional. Their experience is shown in their work. They’re up front and honest with their pricing and they’re honest when it comes to their pricing. I’ve recommended them to all my friends and family. Job well done."

Laura G on July 2025

🎉 Limited-Time Offer – Get Your First Lawn Treatment FREE! 🎉 Join one of our Turf Care Programs and pre-pay for the year—we’ll give you the first lawn care application at no cost! ✔ Professional Lawn Care Services ✔ Lush, Healthy Grass All Season ✔ No-Hassle, Reliable Service ---- Lawn & Order Landscaping delivers top-tier lawn care and landscaping with precision and professionalism. Locally owned and trusted, we are a full-service landscape company, handling everything from routine maintenance to transformative landscape design. Our expert team is dedicated to flawless results, unmatched reliability, and customer satisfaction. Experience the best—because you deserve it!

"Ive had nothing but positive interactions with the entire Lawn and Order Landscaping. The staff members speak professionally and their interaction with each other is professional. Their experience is shown in their work. They’re up front and honest with their pricing and they’re honest when it comes to their pricing. I’ve recommended them to all my friends and family. Job well done."

Laura G on July 2025

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