Cost of Retaining Walls Block

January 2013

Do you need to know the range of average installed costs for Retaining Walls Block in your zip code? Do you need an independent, 2013 cost breakdown of Retaining Wall Block material and installation costs?

The Homewyse Retaining Wall Block 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 Block in your area for good, better and custom quality work.

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Retaining Walls Block - Pricing and Installation Cost Notes

Retaining Wall Block 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 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 excavation, demolition and removal of existing paving or hardscape.
Higher priced Retaining Walls Block may include features such as deeper, sturdier foundation, galvanized reinforcement and more uniform courses and block spacing.
Cost ranges account for variations in contractor skill, job location and seasonal contractor wage rates.

Retaining Wall Block Costs	zip code	square feet
	Basic	Better	Best
Retaining Wall Block - Material Prices	$206 - $228	$225 - $250	$247 - $269
Retaining Wall Block - Installation Cost	$288 - $478	$447 - $643	$606 - $865
Retaining Wall Block - Total	$494 - $706	$672 - $893	$853 - $1,134
Retaining Wall Block - Total Average Cost per square foot	$4.80	$6.26	$7.95