Segmental Block
Engineered concrete block systems, our most popular retaining wall construction for terracing, raised beds, hillside stabilization, and driveway support.
Retaining Wall Contractors
in Madison & Dane County
Building high or building low: professional retaining wall installation adds structure, prevents erosion, improves drainage, and turns unusable slopes into beautiful, functional outdoor space.
Wall systems
The right wall for your slope
Natural Stone
Local limestone, fieldstone, and granite for garden walls, seat walls, and cottage-style designs that age gracefully.
Poured & Tiered Systems
Concrete retaining walls for taller structural jobs, or tiered systems that break big elevation changes into shorter walls.
How we build
Walls that don't lean, bulge, or fail
- Site assessment & design
Soil evaluation, height determination, and a design matched to your grade and drainage.
- Base below the frost line
Excavation and compacted base so Wisconsin winters can't heave the wall.
- Drainage systems
Gravel backfill and drain tile, because water pressure is what makes retaining walls fail.
- Precision installation
Level courses, proper setback angles, clean lines.
- Landscape integration
The wall ties into beds, lawn, and hardscape like it was always there.
Permit note: retaining walls under 4 feet typically don't require engineering or permits in the Madison area (varies by municipality). Walls 4 feet and taller generally need structural engineering. We handle that.
Straight answers
Retaining wall cost in Madison, WI
| Wall type | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small garden walls (under 2 ft) | from $35 / sq ft |
| Structural walls (2–4 ft) | $50–$75 / sq ft |
| Engineered walls (4 ft +) | $75–$100+ / sq ft |
| Natural stone walls | $60–$90 / sq ft |
Most retaining wall installations take 1–2 weeks and are backed by a workmanship warranty. Serving Madison, Middleton, Fitchburg, Verona, Sun Prairie, McFarland, Monona, Waunakee, DeForest & all of Dane County.
Got a slope that's going to waste?
Free site visit and written estimate, usually within one business day.
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