Retaining Walls in Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Hold back a slope for good — every wall we build gets gravel and a drain pipe behind it, not just block.
A retaining wall does two things at once: it solves a real engineering problem (a slope that wants to fall down or wash away) and it adds dimension to your yard that flat ground never can. We build retaining walls that handle the load and look like they were always meant to be there.
We work with segmental block (the modern, modular approach — fast to install, lots of color and texture options) and natural stone (slower, more expensive, but timeless). For walls over 4 feet, we use geogrid reinforcement set into the soil behind the wall, and we always install drainage gravel and a perforated drain pipe behind the first course. That last detail is what separates a wall that lasts 30 years from one that bows out in 5.
What are your options?
Segmental block walls
Concrete units in tan, charcoal, or earth tones. Easy to curve, available in textures from smooth to weathered. Most common choice.
Natural stone walls
Real fieldstone or wallstone, hand-set. Higher cost, longer install, irreplaceable look. Best for older homes or rustic settings.
Boulder walls
Larger natural boulders for steep slopes. Tractor work required. Great for naturalizing big elevation changes.
Tiered retaining systems
Two or three shorter walls with planted terraces between them. Stronger, easier to permit, and visually striking.
What’s it like to work with us?
Most residential walls take 3-7 days. Bigger walls or those needing geogrid reinforcement can take 2 weeks. We always include drainage in the build — never as an afterthought.
Still have questions?
Do I need a permit for a retaining wall?
In most South Jersey towns, walls under 4 feet (measured from the bottom of the footing) don't need a permit. Anything taller, or anything supporting a structure, usually does. We'll tell you what your specific town requires before we start.
How tall can a segmental block wall go?
Up to about 4 feet without engineering. Above that, we use geogrid reinforcement and may need an engineered drawing. We can go up to 8-10 feet in tiers without anything fancy.
Why do retaining walls fail?
Almost always drainage. Water builds up behind the wall, freezes, and pushes the wall outward. Every wall we build gets gravel backfill and a drain pipe — no exceptions.
What affects the cost of a retaining wall in South Jersey?
Wall height and length are the biggest drivers — taller walls need more material, deeper footings, and geogrid reinforcement behind the block. Material choice matters too: segmental block costs less than natural stone or boulders. Other factors include how much excavation the site needs, whether there's an existing wall to remove, and access for equipment. A short decorative garden wall is a very different project from a 5-foot engineered wall holding back a slope.
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