Fredericton Retaining Wall Builders plans and builds retaining walls for homes, cottages and commercial properties in Fredericton, New Brunswick and the communities along the Saint John River. If a slope is eating into your yard, an old wall is leaning, or you want level ground for a patio or driveway, this page explains how we approach the work and what to expect from us.
What does Fredericton Retaining Wall Builders do?
Fredericton Retaining Wall Builders designs and builds retaining walls in armour stone, concrete block, poured concrete and natural stone, along with the drainage, steps and grading that go with them. We also repair and replace failing walls, including the timber and railway-tie walls that are common on older Fredericton properties.
Our focus is the part of a wall you never see: the excavation, the compacted base, the drainage stone and the outlet that keeps water from building up behind it. That is what separates a wall that stays straight from one that leans within a few years.
Why does local ground knowledge matter for a wall in Fredericton?
Local ground knowledge matters because Fredericton sits on very different soils within a few kilometres. Lots near the river are often on soft silt and clay that drains slowly and heaves with frost, while hillside lots on the north and south sides can have firmer till, boulders and shallow ledge.
Each condition changes how deep we dig, how much soil we replace, and which wall type makes sense. We look at the ground on every site visit rather than assuming one approach fits every neighbourhood from Nashwaaksis to New Maryland.
What can you expect when you call us?
When you call, expect a few questions about the address, the slope, what the wall needs to hold and your timing, then a site visit at a time that suits you. After the visit you receive a free written estimate that lists the wall type, drainage, base, removal and any permit steps.
During the build we keep you informed, protect lawns and driveways where we can, and leave the site graded and clean. Call us at 1 (506) 305-7444 or use the contact page to start, or browse our armour stone and terraced wall pages for ideas.
Talk to us about your slope
Call 1 (506) 305-7444 or send the form with your address, a photo of the area and the rough size of the wall you have in mind.