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New engineered retaining walls built to hold back soil, level your slope, and last for decades.
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Fast diagnosis and repair of leaning, bowing, or cracked walls before they fail.
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Full tear-out of failed railroad tie and timber walls, rebuilt in modern engineered block.
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Poured concrete and reinforced CMU walls for maximum strength on tall or high-load sites.
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Segmental block walls in Allan Block, Versa-Lok, Keystone, and Redi-Rock systems.
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Natural boulder and stacked-stone walls that blend structure with the landscape.
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Pressure-treated timber walls, an economical, natural-look option for lower grades.
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Hillside and erosion control that stops soil movement and protects your property.
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Proper drainage is the single biggest factor in whether a retaining wall survives.
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Removal of aging creosote railroad tie walls, rebuilt in modern engineered materials.
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Priority response for leaning, bulging, and collapsed walls before they take out the slope.
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Reach us by phone at (505) 312-9278 or fill out the estimate form. We get back to you within 24 hours, no commitment required.
Our Retaining Wall Contractor visits your property, evaluates the project, and provides a written quote before any work begins.
Our crew completes the retaining wall and leaves your property clean and tidy. Full cleanup is included.
Continuous training, professional equipment, meticulous and code-compliant work
Full coverage on all our job sites, no exceptions
Emergencies, weekends, holidays: available when you need us
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Albuquerque Retaining Wall is a team of local, fully insured professionals based in Albuquerque. We respond quickly in Albuquerque and surrounding areas with professional equipment suited to every job.
Free estimate, transparent pricing, no subcontracting. Tell us about your slope or wall. We'll handle the rest.
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“Had a block retaining wall put in along our backyard slope and it came out better than I pictured. The crew of three knocked it out in about four days and hauled away every last bit of dirt and scrap, you couldn't tell they'd been there except for the wall.”
Block & Segmental Retaining Walls
“Our old timber wall was rotting out and we wanted something natural instead, so they built a boulder wall across the whole front of the property. The stonework looks like it's been there for decades and the drainage behind it finally solved the soggy spot we had for years.”
Boulder & Natural Stone Walls
“One section of our stone garden wall had started leaning after the monsoon rains and I was worried the whole thing would have to come down. They repaired it and reset the footing for way less than a full replacement would've cost. Took about a week, and honestly it looks sturdier than before.”
Retaining Wall Repair
“They built a dry-stacked stone wall to hold back the hillside behind our house and stop the erosion that was eating into the yard every time it rained. Good solid work overall. Only gripe is the crew left a small pile of leftover stone in the driveway that I had to move myself.”
Slope Stabilization & Erosion Control
“Replaced the crumbling railroad tie wall on the side of our house with a proper stone retaining wall, and the difference is night and day. They handled all the drainage so water actually flows away from the foundation now. Genuinely relieved we finally got this done right.”
Retaining Wall Replacement
“We needed a retaining wall to level out our sloped backyard, and these guys delivered. Great communication from the estimate through the final walkthrough, and the finished wall looks clean and solid. Scheduling took a little longer than I expected, but the work itself was worth the wait.”
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| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Block and segmental wall (SRW) | Starting at $30/sq ft | Includes excavation, compacted base, block, drain gravel and cap; height and geogrid add cost |
| Poured concrete wall, stucco finish | Starting at $45/sq ft | Includes formwork, rebar, pour and stucco; surcharge loads and tight access push the price |
| Boulder and natural stone wall | Starting at $50/sq ft | Includes basalt or river rock, setting and backfill; haul distance and stone size drive the number |
| Tiered or engineered wall | On estimate | Needs an on-site look because soil, slope height and engineering requirements vary by lot |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Drainage correction and crack repair | Starting at $1,500 | Includes drainage inspection, weep hole installation, drain rock, and crack sealing on short walls. |
| Tieback or helical anchor installation | Starting at $2,800 | Includes anchor design, installation, and wall face restoration on bowing CMU or concrete walls. |
| Partial rebuild of failed section | Starting at $3,500 | Includes demolition, footing repair, rebuild, and finish matching; length and access move the price. |
| Complex or large-scale repair | On estimate | Tiered walls, foothill access issues, and structural surcharges need an on-site look before pricing. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Basic block wall replacement | Starting at $35/sq ft | Includes demolition, haul-away, compacted base, drainage, and standard segmental block with normal access. |
| Engineered tall or tiered wall | Starting at $55/sq ft | Includes geogrid reinforcement, engineered drawings, and over-excavation for walls above 4 feet. |
| Boulder and natural stone replacement | Starting at $60/sq ft | Includes basalt or river rock placement, keyed batter, and drainage for foothill or arroyo settings. |
| Railroad tie and timber replacement | Starting at $40/sq ft | Includes removal of rotted ties and tiebacks, new drainage, and modern block or treated timber. |
| Complex or large-scale job | On estimate | Needs an on-site look when access is tight, soils are poor, or a surcharge structure is involved. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Standard poured concrete wall | Starting at $35/sq ft | Includes engineered footing, rebar, weep holes and drainage; height and soil conditions move the price. |
| Reinforced CMU block wall | Starting at $40/sq ft | Grouted block with vertical steel and stucco finish; access and wall height affect the final rate. |
| Tiered or tall foothill wall | On estimate | Steep lots and walls above four feet need engineered drawings and an on-site look before pricing. |
| Drainage retrofit | Starting at $1,800 | Gravel backfill, filter fabric and new weep holes added behind an existing wall to relieve pressure. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Low garden wall (under 3 ft) | Starting at $25/sq ft | Includes compacted base, block, cap, and drainage column on an accessible flat lot. |
| Geogrid-reinforced wall (3 to 6 ft) | Starting at $38/sq ft | Adds engineered grid layers, deeper base, and larger drain rock for taller walls. |
| Tiered terrace wall system | Starting at $45/sq ft | Multiple stepped walls with benches, priced by total wall face and excavation volume. |
| Stucco-faced block wall | Starting at $50/sq ft | Segmental or CMU core with stucco finish to match Pueblo Revival and adobe homes. |
| Complex or large-scale job | On estimate | Foothill slopes, caliche excavation, tight access, or engineer-stamped plans need a site visit. |
| Estimate | Free | Site visit and written quote at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| River rock garden wall | Starting at $25/sq ft | Includes base prep, river rock placement, and drainage core for walls under 3 feet. |
| Machine-placed basalt boulder wall | Starting at $40/sq ft | Includes excavator placement, gravel drainage chimney, and compacted backfill in lifts. |
| Granite boulder slope wall | Starting at $45/sq ft | Includes pinned boulders, engineered batter, and footing drain on decomposed granite soils. |
| Tall or tiered engineered wall | On estimate | Needs an on-site look for surcharge, soil, and whether engineered drawings are required. |
| Travel | Included | in Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Low timber garden terrace | Starting at $20/sq ft | Includes gravel base, two to three treated courses, and a fabric-wrapped drainage column. |
| Deadman-anchored timber wall | Starting at $32/sq ft | Includes 6x6 courses, tiebacks, drainage blanket, and excavation to footing depth. |
| Tiered timber wall system | On estimate | Multiple stepped walls need an on-site look at grade, access, and permit thresholds before pricing. |
| Railroad tie tear-out and rebuild | On estimate | Disposal of rotted ties and unknown soil conditions behind the old bed require inspection first. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Slope inspection and stabilization plan | Free estimate | On-site walk of the slope, drainage paths, and failure points, with a written scope and price. |
| Erosion control and surface drainage | Starting at $1,800 | Swales, gravel, blankets, and armoring for shallow slopes; price moves with slope length and access. |
| Terraced block wall stabilization | Starting at $45 per square foot | Geogrid, backfill, and drainage included; height, soil depth, and equipment access move the number. |
| Engineered or tall slope system | On estimate | Deep fill, caliche, or walls above 4 feet need an on-site look and possibly engineered drawings. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24 hours at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| French drain and weep hole package | Starting at $2,500 | Perforated pipe, washed gravel, filter fabric, and cored weep holes on a typical residential wall. |
| Waterproofing and gravel backfill | Starting at $3,200 | Back face membrane plus clean drain rock, priced by wall length and soil depth. |
| Full drainage retrofit with long outlet run | Starting at $6,500 | Adds trenching to a distant daylight point and regrading on sloped foothill lots. |
| Complex or large-scale job | On estimate | Tiered walls, caliche shelves, and tight access need an on-site look before we price. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Low garden wall replacement | Starting at $35/sq ft | Includes tie demolition, haul-away, new gravel footing and drainage; height and access move the price. |
| Standard block rebuild | Starting at $45/sq ft | Segmental block with gravel core and filter fabric; wall height and geogrid requirements drive cost. |
| Stuccoed CMU rebuild | Starting at $58/sq ft | Grouted block with lath and stucco finish; finish matching and wall length affect the total. |
| Natural stone or boulder rebuild | On estimate | Stone size, haul distance and tight foothill access require an on-site look before pricing. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
| Service / Criteria | Indicative Rate | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Leaning wall stabilization with anchors | Starting at $2,500 | Includes inspection, drainage check, and anchor installation on a sound wall up to about 4 feet high. |
| Drainage correction and wall reset | Starting at $2,800 | Clears clogged drain rock, restores weep holes, and resets a wall pushed by monsoon hydrostatic pressure. |
| Partial rebuild of a collapsed section | Starting at $4,500 | Removes and rebuilds the failed section with new base, drain rock, and compacted backfill. |
| Full wall rebuild | On estimate | Needs an on-site look to price footing condition, wall height, access, and finish restoration. |
| Travel | Included | In Albuquerque and surrounding areas, no separate call-out or mileage fee. |
| Estimate | Free | Response within 24h at (505) 312-9278, no obligation to book. |
Indicative rates, actual cost varies with project size, materials, and site access. Free personalized estimate within 24h.
Homeowners searching for a retaining wall contractor near me in Albuquerque need a crew that understands how walls actually behave in this high-desert city. From the sandy valley floor near the Rio Grande to the caliche and decomposed granite of the Sandia foothills and the volcanic West Mesa, our network of fully insured local contractors installs, repairs, and replaces retaining walls on sloped and hillside residential lots across Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, Corrales, and Bernalillo.
The number one wall killer here is saturated backfill and poor drainage, especially where expansive clay soil swells against a wall after monsoon storms. Whether you need a new build or urgent repairs, we match the solution to your site. Request a free estimate and we will assess your wall, slope, and drainage before recommending a fix.
Most retaining wall failures start with water. Leaning and bowing walls usually mean hydrostatic pressure has built up behind the wall because saturated backfill cannot drain, and expansive clay soil makes it worse by pushing outward as it absorbs moisture. Cracking and bulging block often follow the same pattern, while clogged or missing weep holes and French drains trap water that should never sit against the wall. Sinking and settling point to an undersized footing or poor compaction during the original build, and collapse after heavy rain is the end stage of a problem that was visible months earlier.
Ignoring a small lean is risky because the wall is already carrying a surcharge load it was not designed for. Once the footing shifts or the block face bulges, the wall loses its batter and geogrid reinforcement can no longer do its job. A minor repair now is far cheaper than rebuilding a failed wall later. Call (505) 312-9278 for a prompt inspection and a straight answer on whether your wall can be stabilized or should be replaced.
Our retaining wall repair crews address leaning, cracked, and settling walls with tieback anchors, rebuilt footings, new drainage aggregate, filter fabric, and proper weep holes. If a wall has already collapsed, we handle emergency stabilization and full reconstruction. Contact us before the next monsoon season to protect your home, driveway, or yard.
We match material to the site rather than forcing one system onto every job. Block & Segmental Retaining Walls such as Allan Block, Versa-Lok, and Keystone are versatile and repairable, while Concrete Retaining Walls and reinforced CMU suit taller or surcharge-loaded applications. Boulder & Natural Stone Walls fit the foothills and West Mesa aesthetic, and Timber Retaining Walls remain an option for lower walls, though pressure-treated timber has a shorter lifespan here than block or stone.
Every wall we build includes geogrid reinforcement where height demands it and a drainage system with gravel backfill, filter fabric, and weep holes. Retaining Wall Drainage is engineered in from the start, not added after a failure.
Retaining walls in Albuquerque are typically quoted per square foot of wall face, and the final number depends on material, wall height, excavation and drainage work, site access, and whether engineering is required. Typical ranges vary widely, so we do not publish fixed prices. Final pricing depends on site conditions, including soil, slope, and how much old wall must be removed.
For a realistic budget, see our pricing page and then request a free estimate. We will walk your property, measure the wall, and explain what drives the cost before you commit.
In most jurisdictions, retaining walls above a certain height require a permit, and that height is commonly measured from the footing. Commonly, walls over about four feet require a permit, but thresholds vary by city, and walls that support a surcharge such as a driveway or structure often trigger additional review. Engineered drawings are frequently required for taller or tiered walls, and setback and property-line rules apply.
We do not advise on permit requirements because they change and depend on your specific project. Requirements vary, always verify with the Albuquerque building or planning department before starting your project. For help understanding what information your contractor will need, contact us.
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