Cost of Retaining Walls
January 2013
Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Retaining Walls in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Retaining Wall material and installation costs?
The Homewyse Retaining Wall cost estimator provides up to date pricing information for your area. Enter your zip code, the size of your project below and click "Update". The table below summarizes the average 2013 cost to install Retaining Walls in your area for good, better and custom quality work.
- To avoid costly problems and get quality work at a fair price, have Retaining Wall installation completed by a licensed and bonded Mason. Use the free Homewyse checklist for proven advice in finding, hiring and managing a trustworthy Mason.
- You may be able to save on Retaining Wall installation costs by hiring a Landscaping Contractor. Make sure that any prospective Landscaping Contractor has relevant Retaining Wall experience, that you verify past work, and that you follow the homewyse checklist.
- Avoid costly warranty and maintenance problems for your Retaining Wall project. Use the homewyse Block Retaining Wall Installation checklists to make sure your project is completed with proper installation techniques and materials.
Retaining Walls - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes
- Retaining Wall installation cost estimates typically require an onsite inspection - in most cases estimates are free, but will be accompanied by a strong sales pitch.
- The homewyse cost estimates includes all typical costs for basic subsurface preparation for sturdy foundation, material layout and fabrication, and setting in exterior grade mortar.
- Higher priced Retaining Walls may include features such as sturdier wall foundation, material layout and fabrication, setting in exterior grade mortar with reinforcing bar and grouting.
- The homewyse installation cost estimate does not include costs for demolition / removal of existing hardscape or extensive cut and fill.
- Expect to pay an additional 5% - 14% in material and installation costs for complex installation configurations and patterns.
- Cost ranges account for variations in contractor skill, job location and seasonal contractor wage rates.
- To maximize the payback of your Retaining Wall investment, use materials and installation quality appropriate for your home and neighborhood - but be careful not to overimprove. Less expensive alternatives to Retaining Walls may provide a better return on investment.
- Retaining Wall installation costs will approach the high end of the range in or near major metropolitan areas.
- Save money on the total project by having multiple vendors bid on the same, complete description of Retaining Wall work for your project.
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