Retaining Walls
We can build, repair and replace retaining walls
Giovanni was great from the start of my project. Communication was great. Quick and prompt. Answered all of my questions. Was always on time and his crew did an amazing job replacing my retaining wall and redoing some existing landscape. Crew was courteous and left no mess after the project was done. I can’t recommend this business enough. Very happy!
Gio and crew did an amazing job with the landscaping and did more than we expected. Very professional and easy to work with will definitely be using them again.
This company did a fantastic job. They were quick getting it done and cleaned up all areas of mess before completing job. Workers are friendly and helpful. Appreciate everything they did for me. I would not hesitate to hire them again if needed. I would recommend them to everyone
Do you need hard scaping? Boom! Topscape! Do you spring and fall yard cleanup? Wowser! Topscape. Regular landscaping? Shazam! Topscape. Lawn mowing? Cut to the chase! Topscape. Commercial snow removal, give Topscape a call. Fair pricing, cleanup after themselves perfect. When they bring out their crews it’s like a swarm of hardworking people that are kind, courteous and definitely professional. Mike Z. In Coal Valley, Illinois.
We’ve been longstanding customers of Topscape but this may have been the biggest project we’ve collaborated on with the Topscape team and we’re incredibly pleased with the outcome!! Giovanni & his team were incredibly thorough in their planning and execution of our new retaining wall. We were impressed with the strength of the walls’ build and in the design, which is challenged by the incline of our landscape. The number of drainage pipes was a great improvement from the old wall. Not only are we pleased with the outcome, we’ve had multiple compliments from neighbors, which is a sign a quality work!
Giovanni and his crew did a terrific job removing the snow from our long, winding private drive. They were timely in getting it finished and we couldn’t be more pleased. R. May
I have used Topscape Landscaping for my snow removal at my chiropractic practice to clean my parking lot and sidewalks for a number of years. They are doing excellent job cleaning so my patients are safe. I have also had them do landscaping work at my house. I highly recommend this company.
Giovanni and his team did an excellent job replacing my old patio with a new modern one. Highly recommend this company for your outdoor landscaping needs. The pictures show the patio before and then after it was finished.
Topscape Landscaping did an amazing job on my new fence! From start to finish, the team was professional, friendly, and efficient. They paid attention to every detail, used quality materials, and made sure everything was level and sturdy. The finished fence looks incredible and has really boosted the curb appeal of our property. We couldn’t be happier with the results and highly recommend Topscape Landscaping to anyone looking for top-notch work. Will definitely use them again!
Topscape did a great job installing our landscaping and we were very happy with the end results!
We bought an older house and have had a number of projects with Top Scape to modernize and make the yard and landscaping look nicer. Their first job with us last fall was ripping out the overgrown, unkempt mess in the front of the house and in the backyard. I imagine it was back-breaking work. They did it quickly, thoroughly, and affordably. Our next job this spring was to tackle the 50-year-old patios. Top Scape tore out the old settled & cracked patios and added new ones with really cool stone steps in between. They also did a beautiful, curvy 40+ foot retaining wall to keep water away from the house. It's very cool and well made. We keep getting compliments from neighbors about how nice it all looks! Top Scape's prices are reasonable, especially given the scope of our projects. I will say Gio's team is very hard-working, efficient, and pleasant to work with, even when horrible, rainy weather slowed down the project. We like supporting small, local businesses and highly recommend Top Scape.
Topscape did an excellent job installing our fence. Giovanni and his team were professional, efficient, and delivered high-quality work. We are very pleased with the result and highly recommend their services.
Topscape Landscaping did such a great job with the landscaping around our deck and pool. They were very respectful and were really nice to work with!!!
Topscape Landscaping did an amazing job installing our edging, pathway and uplights! From the very beginning of our project, Giovanni was with us every step of the way. He met us at their supplier to show us, in person, options that were available and helped us layout the perfect design. I can’t say enough good things about Giovanni… for one, he gets back to you almost immediately if you contact him with questions. That is a PLUS in today’s environment. The crew was very pleasant and did an excellent job installing our edging. It is perfectly straight, neat, and beautifully compliments our landscaping. The pathway lights and uplight were installed with precision, creating a warm and inviting glow in the evenings—truly transforming the look and feel of our yard. We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend them to anyone wanting top-tier landscaping work done right.
Gio was GREAT to deal with. He let me explain what i wanted and together we came up with a plan. His attention to detail is exceptional. His work and materials are of the highest quality. If there were any questions or issues, he promptly addressed them. The crew went over and above in the clean-up. I m so glad I went with his company.
💯 % on top with communication, fast, efficiency, clean up and EXACTLY what I envisioned! Listened and surprisingly did things I didn’t ask for. Like move our personal items to spots I showed him why I wanted landscaping there. The crew was respectful and on top of it!
Giovanni and his team did an excellent job with our landscaping project. They handled the demo of existing stone, trees and bushes in addition to installing a new border and plants. The crew was very efficient and did quality work. They even accommodated a couple of last minute changes I requested and didn’t hesitate. I would recommend Tooscape for any size project.
Topscape did quick and easy work of pir new fire pit! We are extremely with the price and quality of work.
Highly recommend Topscape landscaping for any of your yard projects. Geo was great to work with and they did a great job of laying sod and cleaning up everything when they were done.
Giovanni and his crew did a great job on trimming and mulching! The price was right and so was the quality of work. The crew came in and was very professional and courteous too. I would use them again in the future.
I have worked with Topscape for several years now, being a senior citizen I’m a little more picky than some, and I without equivocation this is one of the best land scapping companies in the area. They are cost-effective , reliable, and really know what they’re doing. I would hire them long before some of the other companies in the area. If you’re looking for a quality professional company, you can’t go wrong with these guys
The men from Topscape Landscaping & Lawncare did an amazing job!!! Highly recommended giving Giovanni a call for all your landscaping needs.
Great Job, Yard looks great . Highly recommended.Thanks
Great experience with Topscape.
I had let my yard get a bit out of control so I contacted Topscape Landscaping to come do a fall clean up to get it back in order. I was very impressed in all aspects, from the initial response to get a quote, to the quality of work and the speed with which they got it done. Everyone has been friendly and professional and skilled. What more could you ask for?
Topscape replaced our old railroad tie retaining wall. It was incredibly reasonable pricing and Giovanni was excellent with communication. When they started work, they completed everything in a timely manner, even repairing the steps between the walls that wasn't part of the bid, and thoroughly cleaning the driveway and street of dirt and gravel. We highly recommend Topscape!
Just had one of their wrapped vehicles run through a red light and almost T-bone me they should probably reconsider who they get to drive their vehicles originally was a one star review the owner reached out to me and is addressing the driver of the problem
Great company, easy to work with and flexible, very reasonable pricing and the work looks great. Please see the before and after pics. I will be recommending to others and using their services in the future.
They did an AWESOME job. We couldn't be happier. They provided an estimate ON THE SPOT! We didn't have to wait a week for just an estimate. Our job had its challenges due to current patio that was there and had to be taken out, but they made it look beautiful. They were very meticulous. The workers were prompt and friendly. Cleanup was awesome. Can't say enough good thinks about them.
This company did a great job transforming my jungle of the backyard into something I can enjoy again.
Quick response and great work at a fair price.
Very impressed with communication, promptness, pricing, and quality work. Highly recommend.
We hired Topscape Landscaping to do some re-grading around our house and to bury our down spouts. Not only did they return our quote quickly, they completed the job in 2 days! That included them putting our existing landscaping (brickwork) back! They were professional, very knowledgeable, and soo nice to work with. Extremely impressed!! Cannot recommend them enough!!!
This company did a great job on what we requested. Very accommodating. They moved their schedule, gave pair pricing, worked hard. They were one of the best parts of a crazy project.
The Topscape crew removed a dead tree followed by adding mulch and plants to the area at the end of our lot. They did an excellent job at a very reasonable cost.
Topscape Landscaping were very professional and very easy and accommodating to work with! Loved the suggestions that Giovanni made with our project. Giovanni and his team were very courteous and helpful and answered any questions we had while they were working on our landscaping project. They were also very mindful of our newly laid sod and were very meticulous with cleaning up afterwards. Communication with Giovanni by texting and email was very responsive. Will highly recommend to others and use Topscape Landscaping for future projects.
We've used Gio and his team for two different projects. Both times were great experiences. Good communication, transparent with pricing, and delivers great outcomes. There's a reason they don't have anything lower than a 5-star review. We'll be reaching out to Topscape again for any future projects!
They were super patient, respectful, and communicative throughout the entire process. The work was absolutely stellar and I would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone looking for landscaping work! They built an entire retaining wall and replaced my rotted stairs in about a week (barring the raining weather). I asked for a shortened timespan due to the failing wall and they delivered in SPADES! Thank you, Giovanni!
I am writing to express my appreciation for the exceptional service provided by TopScape Landscaping. The retainer wall is beautiful and it meets all our expectation. In addition, the landscaping in our backyard went above and beyond and we were so grateful for the extra care you provided. Your team's dedication, hard work ethic and attention to detail has set the benchmark for excellence in landscaping services. Once again, thank you for your outstanding work. Sharon & George Meister
Very professional, patient, artistic and great work ethics of entire team.. loved the work and end product with reasonable pricing!
Mr. Giovanni Cedeno, Topscape Landscaping and his crew did a 5-star job. I am incredibly pleased with his quick response to requested spring clean-up, which also included a fresh top mulch to cover my flower beds and bare landscape. They are easy to work with, very thorough, an excellent landscaper at what they do at a very fair cost.
The Topscape Team did an amazing job on my backyard woodline. The weeds and leaves had overtaken part of the yard and they cleaned up to my property line along the entire backyard. Giovanni and his crew were very professional, and the price was right. I highly recommend this company and I would definitely use them the again.
It was a pleasure getting to work with Topscape! Giovanni was top notch at communicating when the team would be present to work on our retaining wall. Throughout the process he asked questions and communicated with us to be sure we were happy with the final product. His team worked tirelessly and finished a large job in 5 days. We are beyond happy with the finished product and how clean they left the space after they were finished. I’d highly recommend Topscape to anyone looking for landscaping/retaining wall needs. I would love to use Topscape again if we have any other needs arise!
Gio and his team addressed my needs extremely fast and the service was done immediately! They sent me pictures to see the work before they left as well as made sure I was satisfied with the work. Thank you!
We can’t thank Gio and his team enough at Topscape! We had a company fail us on 8 properties for snow removal. Gio and his team were able to clean up the disaster the old contractor left us and has earned our business moving forward. I highly recommend this company if you’re looking for quality and honest work!
Highly recommend this company. Customer service was outstanding and the work completed was a 10 out of 10. They were a blessing to me and are definitely a blessing to the quad cities. Do not hesitate to give them your business!!!
The BEST and I don't say that easily!! Today you don't get kind and honorable customer service and I received both. They took us on as a new customer in the middle of the unprecedented storms we are having. Showed up when they said they would and dug out 2 days worth of blizzard at a very, very fair price. Giovanni was very kind and when they arrived, for their second plowing, they spoke to us to make sure everything was okay. I just cannot say enough positive things about my interactions with this company!!!
This company was very professional and did an excellent job with landscaping my front yard. I am excited about using them to do my backyard in the spring.
We Build, Repair, and Replace Retaining Walls
We build beautiful and functional retaining walls.
Retaining walls are a great addition to any landscape, especially if your property has an existing slope. Building a retaining wall allows you reclaim some of that lost space by carving out usable outdoor spaces on sloping ground that would otherwise not be usable. Retaining walls can hold back earth and soil which helps to create new level areas for the construction of a new garden bed, a new lawn, a patio or outdoor cooking area, a parking area, and more. Retaining walls can be built using a variety of materials including rock, brick, block, boulders, or even wood.
Why Do You Need A Retaining Wall On Your Property?
- Do you need to prevent soil erosion on your property?
- Do you have an existing retaining wall that has failed and needs repair or rebuilt?
- Do you have a sloped property you’d like to landscape?
- Do you want to create a new outdoor living space?
- Do you want some raised garden beds around your home or property?
Topscape Landscaping is a landscaping contractor serving Moline, IL. We specialize in designing and building functional retaining walls for property owners looking to landscape their naturally sloped property. From a 30′ foot long stacked block retaining wall to hold back earth around the edge of your home to larger, more complicated, retaining walls for your terraced property. The team at Topscape Landscaping will be able to provide you with a retaining wall solution that will benefit your specific property.
Construction Of New Retaining Walls
We specialize in the construction of new segmented retaining walls. The benefits to segmented retaining walls are many. Segmented retaining walls are aesthetically pleasing, they offer design flexibility, they are economical, easier to install, and durable.
They are also pre-engineered, meaning the wall can be built to your project specifications without having to have an architect or engineer design the wall itself. We can build the wall to the engineering specifications and have a qualified engineer sign off on the project if the height or size of the wall requires it.
Retaining Walls & Building Permits in Moline, IL
In most of Rock Island County (your municipality could be different) retaining walls that are under 3 feet in height generally do not require permits or design plans. There are some specifics that may or may not apply to your situation. If the retaining wall is 3 feet in height or over than a permit is generally required. Any retaining walls over 6 feet in height will require a permit and additionally an engineered design to ensure the structure is sound. This information does not account for any covenants that might be on your property.
When we view your property we’ll be able to let you know any specific building codes that might apply to your circumstance depending on the height/length of your wall and what it’s specifically being installed for and whatever surcharges (weight) might be applied to the soil above and behind the wall.
Proper Drainage For Your Retaining Wall
We are often contacted by potential customers who have an existing retaining wall that has failed, it’s either falling down, bulging, or collapsing. One of the most common reasons for retaining wall failure is that the original wall was built with poor drainage in place. Retaining walls are designed to hold back earth from erosion. This also makes them excellent at holding back water too. The water that builds up behind a retaining wall is referred to in the industry as “hydrostatic pressure” and the external force of the soil or fill held behind your retaining wall coupled with the weight of the water held behind it is often enough to seriously compromise the integrity of your wall which can lead to failures such as bulging and even a total collapse.
Any well-built retaining wall must incorporate good drainage if it’s going to last for many years. Depending on the type of material being used to build your retaining wall there are a variety of ways to integrate sufficient drainage such as lateral drains, french drains, weeping drains, blanket drains and also the use of very granular soil or fill behind the wall can also to disperse rather than hold the water.
Understanding Retaining Wall Surcharges
A "surcharge" when it comes to a retaining wall is the weight on top of or behind the wall. For example, if you're building a retaining wall to create a new parking area for a boat or an RV we need to consider the weight of the boat or RV and it's impact on the retaining wall.
If your wall is going to have a surcharge it must be built with this in mind if it's going to last. This would also include tiered retaining walls or retaining walls with a fence on top or any other weight other than the earth it's holding back.
Geo-grid is often used to provide extra tensile strength to each course of your retaining wall so it's anchored to the ground behind it. Proper use of geo-grid will ensure that your retaining wall will be built to last and won't collapse or buckle under the excess weight.
Failure to properly stabilize retaining walls is another very common failure.
What Materials Do We Use For Retaining Walls?
There are many different materials to build your retaining wall out of. Below are some of the more popular materials in our area because of their availability.
- Block retaining walls
- Timber retaining walls
- Fieldstone retaining walls
- Brick retaining walls
- Natural stone retaining walls
How Our Retaining Wall Construction Process Works
When building a retaining wall on your property that is designed to hold back soil and earth from erosion there is very little margin for error so when required we work directly with engineers if your wall is over 6 feet in height. There are many pre-engineered systems we can use as well that can eliminate the need for detailed building plans.
- We start with our initial consultation.
- We determine how many feet of retaining wall you need.
- We determine the height of the wall and if a building permit or engineer will be required.
- We take into account any surcharges (weight) the wall might be exposed to.
- We consult with you on the materials you’d like your retaining built with.
- We’ll provide you with an accurate written estimate for the work.
The amount of work required to build a retaining wall can vary widely from project to project. The slope of your property, the amount of earth your retaining wall must hold back and the overall accessibility of your property will all contribute to the final cost. We’ll be able to offer you an accurate estimate only after a site visit.
If you’d like to schedule a consultation for your retaining wall construction project please give us a call (309) 749-7696 or fill out our online contact form and we’ll get back to you right away.
What Does It Cost To Build Retaining Walls?
Retaining walls can vary in price depending on the size, scope, length, height, and the materials chosen. Larger walls will need to be engineered which can add to the cost.
Smaller Garden Walls
$3000 - $5000
This would be for a small garden wall (under 2 feet high) to surround a small garden or to surround a small landscaping bed.
Medium Sized Walls
$10,000 - $25,000
This would be for a medium sized wall up to 4 feet high. Installed with drainage and geo-grid so it lasts.
Large Retaining Walls
$30,000 - $100,000+
This would be a ballpark cost for a very large or tiered retaining wall or multiple wall with courses that are 4 feet or higher
Retaining Wall Projects Can Include
A beautiful retaining wall isn't just for looks. They have an important job to do. Whether we're building a brand new retaining wall or replacing an existing retaining wall that has failed, there are a number of things we do.
These prices do not include stairs. If you need stairs built within your retaining wall there will be an additional cost. These price ranges are for a typical wall built using readily available landscape block. There are a wide variety of styles and patterns available and we'll be able to provide you with a selection during our consultation. The price can vary significantly depending on the specific material you choose.
These prices are ball park figures to give you a rough idea as to what you should expect. Your particular project may vary depending on site accessibility, materials chosen, and the overall scope of work. If you need a firm price please request a consultation so we can view your potential project, listen to your ideas, and determine the actual scope of work required to complete your project. After our on-site consultation we'll be able to provide you with a firm estimate to complete your project.
Retaining Wall Repair Or Replacement
We specialize in rebuilding retaining walls that have failed and/or collapsed.
Retaining Wall Repairs
It's pretty common for us to get called out to repair an existing retaining wall that has collapsed or failed in some way. This could be an old wood retaining wall that is rotting away and falling apart or a block wall that is bulging or on the verge of collapse if it has not collapsed already.
In most cases, we do not recommend repairing retaining walls that have failed. This is because the failure is often due to poor construction or the use of inadequate materials. Instead, we suggest tearing the wall out and replacing it. While this may seem like a more costly option, it is generally the most cost-effective solution in the long run. By replacing the wall, you can ensure that it is built to high standards using quality materials that will last. Our experienced team can help you choose the right materials and design a wall that will meet your needs and budget. If you're unsure whether your retaining wall needs to be replaced, we can provide a thorough evaluation and recommend the best course of action.
Rebuilding Failed Retaining Walls
If your existing retaining wall has failed and needs to be replaced it's usually more cost effective to demolish the old wall, remove the materials, re-excavate the site, install a proper base, geo-grid if necessary, install drainage, and build the retaining wall properly. This will ensure you get a wall that lasts for many years.
We specialize in rebuilding retaining walls that have failed and would be happy to provide you with a consultation if you have a wall that you believe needs to be replaced.
Giovanni was great from the start of my project. Communication was great. Quick and prompt. Answered all of my questions. Was always on time and his crew did an amazing job replacing my retaining wall and redoing some existing landscape. Crew was courteous and left no mess after the project was done. I can’t recommend this business enough. Very happy!
Gio and crew did an amazing job with the landscaping and did more than we expected. Very professional and easy to work with will definitely be using them again.
This company did a fantastic job. They were quick getting it done and cleaned up all areas of mess before completing job. Workers are friendly and helpful. Appreciate everything they did for me. I would not hesitate to hire them again if needed. I would recommend them to everyone
Do you need hard scaping? Boom! Topscape! Do you spring and fall yard cleanup? Wowser! Topscape. Regular landscaping? Shazam! Topscape. Lawn mowing? Cut to the chase! Topscape. Commercial snow removal, give Topscape a call. Fair pricing, cleanup after themselves perfect. When they bring out their crews it’s like a swarm of hardworking people that are kind, courteous and definitely professional. Mike Z. In Coal Valley, Illinois.
We’ve been longstanding customers of Topscape but this may have been the biggest project we’ve collaborated on with the Topscape team and we’re incredibly pleased with the outcome!! Giovanni & his team were incredibly thorough in their planning and execution of our new retaining wall. We were impressed with the strength of the walls’ build and in the design, which is challenged by the incline of our landscape. The number of drainage pipes was a great improvement from the old wall. Not only are we pleased with the outcome, we’ve had multiple compliments from neighbors, which is a sign a quality work!
Giovanni and his crew did a terrific job removing the snow from our long, winding private drive. They were timely in getting it finished and we couldn’t be more pleased. R. May
I have used Topscape Landscaping for my snow removal at my chiropractic practice to clean my parking lot and sidewalks for a number of years. They are doing excellent job cleaning so my patients are safe. I have also had them do landscaping work at my house. I highly recommend this company.
Giovanni and his team did an excellent job replacing my old patio with a new modern one. Highly recommend this company for your outdoor landscaping needs. The pictures show the patio before and then after it was finished.