Retaining walls in Westminster, MD.
Block, stone and timber walls that hold a slope and stay plumb through Maryland winters. Built on a compacted gravel base, with drainage behind every one.
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Retaining Walls done right
A retaining wall is only as good as what’s behind it. Inestroza Landscaping builds walls on a compacted gravel base with proper drainage stone, perforated pipe, and geogrid where the height calls for it, so the wall holds the hill instead of slowly leaning into the yard.
We build segmental block, natural stone and timber walls for sloped lots, terraced gardens, driveway edges and walk-out basements across Carroll County. Jovar walks the slope with you, talks through height, material and layout, and puts the scope in writing before any digging starts.
What’s included
- Compacted gravel footing and leveled first course
- Drainage stone and perforated pipe behind every wall
- Geogrid reinforcement on taller walls
- Segmental block, natural stone or timber
- Terracing and steps built into the wall
- Backfill, grading and cleanup
How it works
Four steps from first call to final walkthrough.
- 01
Site walkthrough
We check the slope, soil and where water runs, then talk through wall height, material and layout.
- 02
Written estimate
Materials, excavation, drainage and timeline itemized in writing.
- 03
Excavate & build
Trench, base gravel and compaction, then course by course with drainage behind it.
- 04
Backfill & walkthrough
Backfill, grade, seed or mulch the disturbed ground, and walk the finished wall with you.
When a wall is worth building
A slope you can’t mow or plant
A steep bank wastes yard. A wall and a level terrace turn it back into usable ground.
Soil washing onto a drive or walk
Erosion at the bottom of a slope usually means the slope needs holding, not just reseeding.
An old wall leaning or bulging
Walls with no drainage or base tend to push out as water builds up behind them. Ask us to look at it.
Water pooling at the base
Walls need a way to move water through and away. We build that in from the start.
Recent work
Real jobs from around Carroll County. Tap a photo to enlarge it.
What customers say
“Jovar and his work partner did a amazing job on our garden wall... Very happy with the look.”Nickole K., Facebook
“Mr. Inestroza and his team completely rehabbed our property. The work was done extremely fast and exactly as agreed upon... Lucky to have an honest company in our community.”
Sean F., Facebook recommendation
Questions about retaining walls
How long does a retaining wall take?
It depends on the length and height of the wall, the access to the site and the weather, so we give you a timeline in writing with the estimate.
Block, stone or timber: which is right for my yard?
Segmental block is uniform and made for walls, natural stone gives a custom look, and timber suits lower, simpler walls. Jovar will walk the slope and recommend one based on the height, the soil and how you want it to look.
Do you build drainage into the wall?
Yes. Every wall gets drainage stone and perforated pipe behind it, and taller walls get geogrid reinforcement.
Can you build steps or terraces into the wall?
Yes. Terracing and steps can be built into the same wall so the slope is usable and easy to get around.
Do you provide free estimates?
Yes. Call (443) 536-9406 or send the form. New clients take 15% off.
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