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Retaining wall contractor showing homeowner a newly constructed wood retaining wall in San Ramon, CA.

San Ramon Retaining Wall Construction & Repair

We build and repair retaining walls for homeowners and businesses in San Ramon. When you hire us, you get a crew that shows up on time, keeps the job site clean, and does the work exactly as promised. We’ve built and repaired retaining walls all over the East Bay, and homeowners often tell us how much they appreciate the clear communication and fair pricing.

When you call, you’ll speak directly with me, James. I’ll come out, review your property, discuss some options, and put together a comprehensive estimate.

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Retaining Wall Projects in San Ramon

Custom wood retaining wall built for a San Ramon residential property, featuring multiple wall levels to manage slope and drainage

Wood Retaining Walls

This Komandorski Village project shows a multi-tiered wood retaining wall we built to manage a sloped backyard. We used treated lumber throughout and designed the tiers to control water runoff and create usable planting areas. Wood walls like this offer a natural look and work well for residential properties where you need something that blends with the landscape. The key is proper drainage  because without it, the wall will fail within a few years regardless of how well it's built.

Natural stone retaining wall built alongside concrete steps for a San Ramon front entry, providing both structural support and aesthetic appeal

Natural Stone Retaining Walls

This Bollinger Hills project required a stone wall that would handle the slope while also working with the existing concrete stairs. We used irregularly shaped stones and fit them together like a puzzle - the wall is dry-stacked with light mortar in key areas for stability. Stone walls like this take more time because every stone has to be placed individually, but the result is a wall that looks natural and holds up for decades. The dark, rugged stone gives it that rustic look while doing the actual work of holding back the hillside.

Multi-tiered concrete block retaining wall built for a San Ramon sloped backyard, creating usable yard space and level lawn area

Concrete Block Retaining Walls

This West San Ramon property near Twin Creeks had a sloped backyard that was basically unusable. We installed a multi-tiered concrete block retaining wall to create level planting beds and usable yard space. Concrete blocks are modular and interlock together, which makes them stable and relatively affordable compared to poured concrete or custom stonework. Each tier steps back to handle the slope gradually; if we tried to do it all in one tall wall, that would have been overkill and looked out of place, especially in a residential backyard.

San Ramon Case Study: When Previous Repairs Keep Failing

"We Just Need Somebody Who Understands How to Handle Our Situation 100%"

That's what Sarah told us during our initial phone consultation about her failing retaining wall in San Ramon. Like many homeowners, she'd already tried repairs twice - and watched the wall fail again both times.

The Problem: A Pattern of Failed Repairs

Sarah's retaining wall had been "fixed" by two different contractors over the past few years. Each time, they focused on the visible damage - the leaning sections, the cracked blocks. But neither addressed the real issue: inadequate footings and poor drainage design.

"Every time it rains hard, sections start leaning again. I'm tired of throwing money at band-aid fixes."

Our Assessment: Why Repairs Weren't Working

During our site visit, we discovered what the previous contractors missed:

"Each contractor said they could 'fix' the problem areas, but they never explained why it kept happening."

Our Solution: Address the Root Cause

Instead of another repair attempt, we recommended complete replacement with a properly engineered solution:

Poured-in-Place Concrete Wall: For Sarah's 4-foot retaining requirement, we designed a reinforced concrete wall with:

  • Proper footing depth for local soil conditions
  • Integrated drainage system behind the wall
  • Decorative finish to match her existing landscape
"Finally, someone who could explain not just what was wrong, but why it keeps happening."

Why This Approach Works

Engineering First: We don't just build walls - we engineer solutions for your specific soil conditions and drainage requirements.

Complete Replacement: When footings fail, repairs are temporary fixes. Starting fresh with proper engineering prevents future problems.

Local Expertise: Years of experience with San Ramon's unique soil challenges means we understand what works long-term.

The Result: A Permanent Solution

Six months later, Sarah's new retaining wall has handled multiple heavy rain seasons without any movement or drainage issues.

"You were right about needing someone who understands the whole situation. I should have called you first."

Are You Tired of Temporary Fixes?

If your retaining wall keeps failing despite multiple repair attempts, the problem likely isn't the visible damage - it's the foundation and drainage design.

Call us for a free assessment. We'll explain exactly why your wall keeps failing and provide a permanent solution that addresses the root cause, not just the symptoms.

Don't keep throwing money at repairs that won't last. Get it done right the first time.

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