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New engineered retaining walls built to hold back soil, level your slope, and last for decades.
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Fast diagnosis and repair of leaning, bowing, or cracked walls before they fail.
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Full tear-out of failed railroad tie and timber walls, rebuilt in modern engineered block.
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Poured concrete and reinforced CMU walls for maximum strength on tall or high-load sites.
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Segmental block walls in Allan Block, Versa-Lok, Keystone, and Redi-Rock systems.
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Natural boulder and stacked-stone walls that blend structure with the landscape.
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Pressure-treated timber walls, an economical, natural-look option for lower grades.
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Hillside and erosion control that stops soil movement and protects your property.
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Proper drainage is the single biggest factor in whether a retaining wall survives.
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Removal of aging creosote railroad tie walls, rebuilt in modern engineered materials.
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Priority response for leaning, bulging, and collapsed walls before they take out the slope.
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Reach us by phone at (901) 519-2101 or fill out the estimate form. We get back to you within 24 hours, no commitment required.
Our Retaining Wall Contractor visits your property, evaluates the project, and provides a written quote before any work begins.
Our crew completes the retaining wall and leaves your property clean and tidy. Full cleanup is included.
Continuous training, professional equipment, meticulous and code-compliant work
Full coverage on all our job sites, no exceptions
Emergencies, weekends, holidays: available when you need us
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Memphis Retaining Wall is a team of local, fully insured professionals based in Memphis. We respond quickly in Memphis and surrounding areas with professional equipment suited to every job.
Free estimate, transparent pricing, no subcontracting. Tell us about your slope or wall. We'll handle the rest.
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“We had a failing timber wall along our backyard slope, and the crew replaced it with a natural stone wall about 40 feet long. It looks like it was always meant to be there, and they hauled off every last scrap of old wood.”
Natural Stone Wall Installation
“Our old railroad tie wall was leaning badly and we were worried it would come down after the spring rains. Memphis Retaining Wall tore it out and put up a block wall with proper drainage behind it, and the crew of four finished in just a few days.”
Block & Segmental Retaining Walls
“They repaired a leaning section of our existing wall and added drainage that should have been there from the start. Small gripe: scheduling took a little longer than I expected, but the work itself is solid and the yard was spotless when they left.”
Retaining Wall Repair
“Honestly surprised at how fast this went. They poured a concrete wall along the side of our driveway, roughly 30 feet, and it came out clean and straight with a nice finished look. No more erosion washing out our mulch beds.”
Concrete Retaining Walls
“Our hillside behind the fence was eroding every time it rained, and I was afraid the fence was next. They stabilized the slope and built a boulder wall at the base, and it's held up perfectly through two big storms already.”
Slope Stabilization & Erosion Control
“Replaced a crumbling retaining wall on our rental property with a new segmental block wall, about 50 feet of it. Communication was a little spotty during the quote phase, but the finished wall is exactly what we needed and the tenant has had zero issues.”
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Indicative estimates: your free personalized quote is always exact
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Timber garden wall | Starting at $30/sq ft | Pressure-treated timber courses with gravel backfill, best for low terraces under about 3 feet. |
| Segmental block wall | Starting at $38/sq ft | Interlocking block with geogrid and drainage, priced by height and access for machines. |
| Poured concrete wall | Starting at $55/sq ft | Reinforced concrete on a spread footing with weep holes, for driveway cuts and surcharge loads. |
| Boulder and natural stone wall | Starting at $50/sq ft | Tennessee fieldstone or Crab Orchard stone on a compacted base, priced by stone size and haul distance. |
| Tall or tiered wall with engineering | On estimate | Walls over 4 feet or tiered systems need an on-site look, soil review, and possibly engineered drawings. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, with no obligation to book the job. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Drainage correction and minor crack repair | Starting at $1,500 | Clearing weep holes, installing drain pipe and gravel, sealing cracks on walls up to about 4 feet tall |
| Partial rebuild of a leaning section | Starting at $3,200 | Removing and resetting failed block or stone courses, rebuilding footing, with cost rising by wall height and access |
| Tieback or helical anchor stabilization | Starting at $4,500 | Driving and tensioning anchors on bowing concrete or CMU walls, priced by wall length and soil conditions |
| Timber and railroad tie terrace repair | Starting at $2,400 | Replacing rotted ties or timbers, with cost driven by terrace length and whether we convert to block |
| Complex or large-scale job | On estimate | Tall or tiered walls, high water table sites, and engineered repairs need an on-site look before pricing |
| Estimate and travel | Free | Free on-site estimate in Memphis and surrounding areas, response within 24 hours at (901) 519-2101 |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Timber or railroad tie wall replacement | Starting at $35/sq ft | Includes tear-out, haul-away, new drainage, and segmental block rebuild on compacted base |
| Segmental block wall replacement | Starting at $40/sq ft | Engineered block, gravel base, geogrid as needed, and perforated drain with outlet |
| Poured concrete wall replacement | Starting at $55/sq ft | Reinforced concrete with formed footing and weep drainage; height and surcharge move the price |
| Boulder and natural stone replacement | Starting at $60/sq ft | Fieldstone or Crab Orchard stone reset over drained base; access and stone sourcing affect cost |
| Complex or large-scale job | On estimate | Tall, tiered, or bluff-side walls need an on-site look, soil check, and engineering review first |
| Estimate | Free | On-site walkthrough and written quote, response within 24 hours at (901) 519-2101 |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Reinforced CMU wall | Starting at $35/sq ft | Includes poured footing, rebar, block cores filled, and standard gravel backfill with weep holes. |
| Poured concrete wall | Starting at $45/sq ft | Formed and poured on site with engineered footing; taller walls and surcharge loads raise the rate. |
| Engineered or tiered wall | On estimate | Tall or tiered walls need stamped drawings and a site review before any number is given. |
| Access or excavation surcharge | On estimate | Tight Midtown lots, narrow gates, and steep ravine cuts add machine and labor time. |
| Travel | Included | in Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Garden block wall (under 3 ft) | Starting at $25/sq ft | Includes base prep, Allan Block or similar, cap, and cleanup on low walls. |
| Geogrid-reinforced wall (3 to 6 ft) | Starting at $38/sq ft | Includes geogrid layers, gravel drain, and filter fabric behind the block. |
| Tiered terrace wall | Starting at $45/sq ft | Includes stepped walls, drainage between tiers, and excavation on steep lots. |
| Engineered tall wall (over 6 ft) | On estimate | Needs stamped drawings, deeper geogrid, and a site walk before pricing. |
| Travel | Included | In Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Fieldstone garden wall | Starting at $25/sq ft | Includes gravel base, drainage, and local fieldstone; height and access move the price. |
| Battered boulder wall | Starting at $32/sq ft | Machine-placed quarried rock with stone backfill; wall height and slope load drive cost. |
| Mortared stone over structural core | Starting at $45/sq ft | CMU or concrete core faced with natural stone and weep points; engineering adds cost. |
| Complex or large-scale job | On estimate | Tall, tiered, or surcharge-loaded walls need an on-site look before pricing. |
| Travel | Included | In Memphis and surrounding areas, with no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24 hours at (901) 519-2101, with no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Timber garden terrace | Starting at $20/sq ft | Pressure-treated timbers, gravel backfill, filter fabric, and drainage outlet included in the rate. |
| Post-and-timber wall | Starting at $28/sq ft | Concrete-set posts and horizontal timbers for walls up to four feet on sloped lots. |
| Tiered timber terrace | Starting at $32/sq ft | Two or three stepped walls with drainage between tiers, priced by total wall face. |
| Timber wall removal and rebuild | On estimate | Demo, haul-away, and new build priced after we see access and old wall condition. |
| Travel | Included | in Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
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| Slope inspection and stabilization plan | Free estimate | On-site slope and drainage assessment with a written scope and no obligation to book. |
| Ravine edge or short bank repair | Starting at $2,800 | Includes drainage correction and erosion cover; height and access drive the final number. |
| Terraced wall system with geogrid | Starting at $9,500 | Multiple wall faces, reinforcement layers, and toe drains; total face area sets the range. |
| Bluff or creek bank stabilization | On estimate | Requires soil review and engineering for tall or tiered walls before pricing. |
| Travel | Included | In Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Footing French drain and gravel | Starting at $2,500 | Includes pipe, washed gravel, filter fabric, and daylighting for a typical residential wall. |
| Weep holes and gravel column | Starting at $1,200 | Cored outlets and clean gravel chimney for concrete or CMU walls with clay backfill. |
| Waterproofing and regrading | Starting at $1,800 | Membrane on the wall face plus surface reshaping to move runoff away from the wall. |
| Full drainage system for long or tiered wall | On estimate | Needs an on-site look because length, access, and soil conditions vary widely. |
| Travel | Included | In Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
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| Railroad tie wall replacement, standard access | Starting at $35/sq ft | Includes tie demolition, haul-away, gravel backfill, drain tile, and new segmental block wall on typical lots. |
| Tie wall replacement, restricted access | Starting at $45/sq ft | Hand-carry of block and wheelbarrow haul-out through narrow gates or tight Midtown side yards. |
| Poured concrete or engineered replacement | On estimate | Tall or surcharge walls need a site visit, footing design, and possibly engineered drawings before pricing. |
| Tiered replacement with slope stabilization | On estimate | Ravine and bluff-edge lots need regrading and erosion control assessed on site before any number. |
| Travel | Included | In Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stabilization and drainage repair | Starting at $2,500 | Covers assessment, pressure relief, drainage correction, and anchoring on a typical residential wall. |
| Partial rebuild | Starting at $4,500 | Removes and rebuilds failed sections and footing; price rises with wall height and access. |
| Full wall replacement | On estimate | Needs an on-site look to price footing depth, drainage, and equipment access. |
| Emergency stabilization | On estimate | Priority response to prevent collapse; urgency and site conditions drive the final number. |
| Travel | Included | In Memphis and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (901) 519-2101, no obligation to book. |
Indicative rates, actual cost varies with project size, materials, and site access. Free personalized estimate within 24h.
Homeowners searching for a retaining wall contractor near me in Memphis need a team that understands the local ground, not just the general trade. Memphis Retaining Wall is the go-to choice for new wall installation, repair, and replacement on sloped and hillside residential lots throughout Memphis, Germantown, Collierville, Bartlett, and Lakeland. Our network of fully insured local contractors knows how expansive clay soil shifts with the seasons, how saturated backfill quietly destroys walls from behind, and why drainage is the number one wall killer in this region.
From the bluffs above the Mississippi to the ravine-cut lots of East Memphis and the newer subdivisions of Cordova and Arlington, we match engineering to the site. Whether you need a retaining wall repair before the next storm season or a brand-new wall built to last, we bring local knowledge and proven methods to every project.
Most retaining wall failures in Memphis start with water. When backfill soil becomes saturated, hydrostatic pressure builds behind the wall and pushes it forward. Our expansive clay makes this worse because it swells as it absorbs moisture, adding force that a wall was never designed to resist. That is why a wall that looks fine in dry weather can lean or bow after a week of spring thunderstorms. Clogged or missing weep holes and French drains trap water instead of releasing it, and the pressure has nowhere to go but through the wall.
Cracking and bulging in block or concrete walls often signal that the footing is undersized or the soil beneath it was poorly compacted. A wall that sinks or settles unevenly loses its batter and begins to lean. Left alone, a small lean becomes a structural problem: joints open, water enters faster, and the wall can collapse suddenly after heavy rain. Repairing early is almost always less costly than rebuilding, and it protects your home, driveway, and yard from slope failure.
If you see leaning, cracking, or movement, call (901) 519-2101 for a prompt assessment. Our team handles everything from targeted fixes to full leaning and collapsed wall repair, and we can schedule a free estimate to review your options before the damage spreads.
We build with the material that fits your site, budget, and long-term goals. Block and segmental retaining walls (SRW) from trusted manufacturers like Allan Block, Versa-Lok, and Keystone offer excellent strength and a clean look for most residential applications. Concrete retaining walls and reinforced CMU are common on bluff and driveway cuts where durability is critical. Boulder and natural stone walls suit garden terraces and rustic landscapes, while timber retaining walls remain a budget-friendly option with a shorter lifespan that we will explain honestly.
For taller walls, we incorporate geogrid reinforcement and proper drainage aggregate with filter fabric behind every wall, because good drainage is what keeps a wall standing through Memphis summers and storm seasons.
Retaining wall projects are typically quoted per square foot of wall face, and the final number depends on several factors: the material you choose, wall height, excavation and drainage requirements, site access for equipment, and whether engineering is required for your jurisdiction. Typical ranges vary widely, so we encourage homeowners to view our pricing page for general guidance, keeping in mind that final pricing depends on site conditions.
The best way to get an accurate figure is to request a free estimate. We will assess your slope, soil, and drainage needs and provide a clear, no-pressure proposal.
Permit requirements for retaining walls vary by jurisdiction. In most jurisdictions, walls over about four feet (measured from the footing) commonly require a permit, but thresholds vary by city and project type. Walls that support a surcharge, such as a driveway or structure, often trigger additional review, and engineered drawings are commonly needed for taller or tiered walls. Setback and property-line rules may also apply.
Requirements vary, so always verify with the Memphis building or planning department before starting your project. For help understanding what your project may need, contact us and we can point you in the right direction.
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