Natural Stone Retaining Wall

What This Service Involves

A natural stone retaining wall brings craftsmanship and lasting character to a property while doing the structural work of holding back soil. We select and fit each stone, whether dry-stacked or mortared, over a proper base and drainage layer built for our rainy climate. Stone walls age gracefully and become a defining landscape feature that manufactured alternatives cannot match. Height and load determine whether engineering is needed, and we handle those approvals. The result is a durable wall with genuine Northwest curb appeal.

Benefits

Timeless, high-end appearance that ages beautifully; Extremely durable natural material; Custom fit to curves and terraces; Excellent drainage in dry-stacked designs; Becomes a lasting centerpiece of the landscape

Our Process

1) Plan the wall layout, stone selection, and drainage; 2) Excavate and compact a level stone base; 3) Set and fit each stone, building batter and backfill drainage; 4) Cap the wall and finish the surrounding grade and plantings

What Affects the Cost

Stone type, size, and sourcing; Wall height and whether engineering is required; Labor-intensive hand-fitting of each stone; Base preparation and drainage materials; Site access for stone delivery

Best Time of Year

Stone setting is best done in dry conditions, so summer and early fall are the preferred windows for this detailed work.