Our Services
Stone Walls
Hudson Valley stonework, built to hold the land.
Stone Walls Built Right
Stone walls are a Hudson Valley tradition, and a practical solution for yards with slope and elevation change. We build retaining walls that actually hold back soil — with proper drainage, base, and batter — not just stacked stone that leans and fails in a few years.
From dry-stacked fieldstone walls to mortared retaining walls and freestanding landscape borders, we work with natural stone that fits the character of the region.
What's Included
- Natural stone retaining walls
- Dry-stacked fieldstone walls
- Mortared stone walls
- Landscape and garden border walls
- Drainage and weep installation
- Wall repair and rebuilding
Our Process
- 1
Excavate & Base
We dig to depth and set a compacted base — the foundation that keeps a wall from settling and leaning over time.
- 2
Build & Batter
Stones are set with a slight inward batter and interlocking courses so the wall resists the soil pressure behind it.
- 3
Drain & Finish
Drainage aggregate and weep paths relieve water pressure — the detail that decides whether a retaining wall lasts or fails.
Stone Walls — Common Questions
How tall can a stone retaining wall be without engineering?
Lower landscape walls are straightforward; taller walls holding back significant soil loads need proper engineering, drainage, and sometimes reinforcement. We'll advise based on your site.
Dry stack or mortared — which should I choose?
Dry-stacked walls flex and drain naturally, ideal for shorter landscape walls. Mortared walls are stronger and more rigid for taller retaining applications. We recommend based on height and load.
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