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Retaining Wall Builders for Projects
That Need to Be Done Right

From failing walls that need full remediation to new walls that must solve grade and drainage issues correctly from the start, we help homeowners protect the property, restore stability, and build retaining walls that are made to hold up over time.

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When the Ground Shifts

Retaining Wall Construction, Repair, and Remediation

Retaining wall projects usually begin with something already off. A slope looks unstable. Water is moving where it should not. The driveway, yard, or surrounding space no longer feels as secure as it should. Until that issue is properly addressed, the property never quite feels settled.

A well-built retaining wall brings order back to the site. It secures the grade, supports the surrounding space, and removes the low-level worry that comes with watching a problem get worse every time it rains. The result is not just a stronger wall, but a property that feels safer, more usable, and back under control.

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Retaining wall construction restoring property stability
Retaining wall construction details by Bollman Landscape

The Design-Build Process

What to Know Before Retaining Wall Repair or Installation

Retaining wall work begins with understanding both the pressure behind the wall and the way water moves through the site. That is what drives decisions around engineering, excavation, base preparation, drainage, reinforcement, and any required inspection or permitting.

As experienced retaining wall builders and retaining wall repair contractors, BOLLMAN approaches each project with both structural judgment and construction discipline — because a wall that looks acceptable from the front can still be failing behind it.

Retaining wall construction details by Bollman Landscape

Elements That Matter in Proper Wall Construction

  • Proper excavation
  • Aggregate base preparation
  • Grid mesh tied back into the bank
  • Drainage stone behind the wall
  • Pipe run to daylight or the property line
  • Engineering and permitting where required
  • Manufacturer-approved installation methods
  • A real plan for water, not just a finished face

In North Carolina, retaining walls over four feet typically require engineering and county inspection. Under four feet is where much of the worst competitor work happens — walls built with no proper footer, no pins, no grid, and no drainage plan behind them. In clay soil especially, those shortcuts rarely stay hidden for long.

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Why Homeowners Choose Us

Why Homeowners Trust BOLLMAN for Retaining Walls

Not every team offering retaining wall work is equipped to explain what failed, why it failed, and what it will take to correct it properly. At BOLLMAN, retaining walls are treated as high-skill structural work, with close attention to drainage, code, engineering, long-term stability, and the finished appearance of the property.

That matters because a wall can look acceptable from the front and still be failing behind it. We approach retaining wall projects with the same mindset we bring to the rest of our work: honest evaluation, clear recommendations, and construction that is built to perform over time — not just look finished on installation day.

Proof Points That Matter

BOLLMAN is often called in when retaining wall work has already gone wrong. The team documents defects, photographs failed installations, prepares remediation estimates and insurance claim support, and has testified on behalf of clients when competitor work failed. That experience brings a different level of clarity to both diagnosis and repair.

Licensing matters in this category for a reason. In North Carolina, general contractor classifications explicitly cover site work, grading, storm drainage, retaining walls, and excavation. For homeowners, BOLLMAN's General Contractor license is an important signal that retaining wall work is being approached with the broader site, the code requirements, and the liability of the project in mind.

BOLLMAN works with structural wall systems like VERSA-LOK because they are designed for real retaining performance, not just appearance. VERSA-LOK systems use high-strength concrete units that are dry-stacked, pinned, and installed over granular leveling pads, with geogrid reinforcement used for taller walls.

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Before and After the Vision

From Ordinary to Exceptional Outdoor Spaces. The Transformation is in the Details.

After: completed retaining wall by Bollman Landscape Before: retaining wall site conditions

Retaining Wall FAQs

Common warning signs include leaning, bulging, shifting, erosion, drainage problems, or separation in the wall. Minor cosmetic wear may be repairable, but visible movement usually points to a larger structural issue that needs a closer evaluation. For properties in Greensboro, early assessment can help prevent a more extensive failure.
Yes. Retaining walls are structural systems, not just decorative features, so the contractor should understand drainage, base preparation, reinforcement, and site conditions. That helps reduce the risk of early failure and supports a more durable result.
Not all of them, but some do. In North Carolina, engineering is required for certain residential retaining walls, including some that exceed 5 feet of unbalanced backfill, some that support structures, cross property lines, or are part of certain tiered systems. For homeowners in Winston-Salem, that is often something to confirm early in the planning process.
Most retaining wall failures come back to poor drainage, weak base preparation, unsuitable soils, inadequate compaction, or a wall that was not designed for the actual site conditions. Water is often the biggest issue because it increases pressure behind the wall and can destabilize both the soil and the structure.
It depends on the severity of the problem. If the issue is limited and the wall is still structurally sound, a targeted repair may be possible. If the wall is moving, bulging, or failing because of drainage or base problems, rebuilding is often the better long-term solution. For some sites in Kernersville, slope and drainage conditions make that distinction especially important.
Replacement usually costs more because the failed wall has to be removed before the real problem can be corrected and the new wall rebuilt properly. That often means added excavation, drainage work, base reconstruction, and in some cases engineering. In High Point, site layout and access can also affect the scope of remediation.
Yes. For clients who prefer to preserve cash flow or expand the scope of their outdoor living plan, Bollman Landscape can connect you with trusted financing resources through our current lending partners: Lyon Financial, Certainty Home Lending, and First Citizens Bank.

Because many of our projects are comprehensive investments — often including patios, pools, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, lighting, drainage, planting, and other site-specific features — financing can give homeowners more flexibility as they plan the full vision for their property.

Our role is to help you design and build the outdoor space properly, with the craftsmanship, structure, and long-term integrity it deserves. If financing is part of your planning process, we're happy to point you toward the appropriate partner so you can explore available options directly.

Planning a Retaining Wall Project in the Triad?

Let's Talk Through the Right Approach for Your Project

When a retaining wall is done right, it does not just improve the appearance of the site. It solves the underlying issue, protects the property, and lets you stop worrying about whether the next storm will make the problem worse.

BOLLMAN works with homeowners in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Kernersville, and throughout the Triad, who want more than a quick fix. They want retaining wall work that is well planned, well built, and worth doing correctly the first time.

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