Retaining Walls

Retaining walls that work as hard as they look.

We design and build retaining walls, sitting walls, and terraces that hold back soil, control runoff, and turn sloped yards into usable space.

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Free 3D designPermits handled for youFinancing availableBuilding since 2002

Why it matters

Turn a slope into usable space

A sloped yard can be hard to use and hard to maintain. A well built retaining wall holds the soil in place, creates flat ground for a patio or garden, and helps control where water goes.

We start by assessing your property and talking through your goals, then design a wall in the style, color, and material that fits your home.

Prevent erosionHold soil in place and protect your yard from washing out.

Usable flat landCreate level space for patios, gardens, and play areas.

Manage runoffHelp direct stormwater where it belongs.

Low maintenanceDurable walls that need little upkeep.

Options

What we build

Brands we build with Belgard

Retaining walls

Engineered block walls that hold back soil on sloped lots.

Sitting walls

Low walls with caps that double as extra seating.

Stone veneer & caps

Natural looking stone faces and smooth caps for a finished look.

Steps & terraces

Stairs and tiered levels that make slopes easy to use.

Planter beds

Raised beds that add greenery and define your space.

Fire pit walls

Fire pits built from wall block to match the rest of the design.

Our work

Photos from our crews

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Recent work

Projects we have built

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How it works

From first visit to final walkthrough

On site visit

A project consultant comes to your home to measure, look at the site, and hear what you have in mind.

Your 3D design

We create a custom 3D design and review it with you online or in person until it is right.

Proposal & permits

You get a clear proposal. Once approved, we order materials and our permit team handles the county.

We build it

Our crews build your project and walk it with you at the end so every detail is finished.

FAQ

Questions we hear a lot

Have a question that is not here? Call us at 443-339-9801 or see our full FAQ.

Why would I need a retaining wall?

Retaining walls prevent erosion, reduce stormwater runoff, add structural support, and create flat usable land on sloped properties. They also add a lot of visual appeal.

What materials do you use?

For retaining walls we primarily use Belgard products, with stone veneer and caps available for a natural finish.

Do retaining walls need a permit?

Some walls, especially taller ones, need a county permit. When they do, our permit team handles the paperwork through final inspection.

Can I see the design before you build?

Yes. Every wall is fully custom, and we create a detailed 3D rendering so you can see it before we ever break ground.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. We offer flexible financing options to make your project more affordable. Ask about current plans during your consultation.

What areas do you serve?

We serve Calvert, Anne Arundel, and St. Mary's counties, plus Queen Anne's, Talbot, and Caroline counties on the Eastern Shore.

Free estimate

Get your free 3D design

Tell us a little about your project and a team member will reach out to schedule a visit. Prefer to talk? Call 443-339-9801.

No pressure estimateLocal crews

Alex Postow

Absolutely perfect job landscaping the front of the house! This is the second large job they did for me, the first being the planting of around of 30 trees a year ago. All work has been excellent and will continue to work with Matt and his team.

Kelley Keen

Lawn Artist’s entire team did a wonderful job on our pavers.The work is A++ quality!

Adrianne Schmidt

Lawn Artists completed a new patio and deck for us after a tree took our old ones out, they were on budget, timely and did beautiful and detailed work, would highly recommend them to anyone, Matt and his team were wonderful!

Leah D

We will continue to hire Lawn Artists for future projects. Not only will they work with you, but they definitely deliver on their promises. Whether you need your gutters cleaned to a new patio, they are definitely your guys.

Mark Smith

Several companies would not bid on my job because the job was small. Lawn Artists came out, talked to me and my wife to gathered all the details. They did the job perfectly! I was looking for a company for a long term relationship and Lawn Artists is now that company. Matt and Kenny will take great care of you!

Loren Willcock

Absolutely wonderful company. I would definitely recommend them to anyone.

Jeanette Stohlman

Lawn Artists transformed my lawn with a 4 1/2 month project that addressed dire drainage issues on the property. They are professional, personable, knowledgeable and reasonably priced. At the end of the project they had replaced three retaining walls with ones that work and are beautiful as well. Also they built a paver walkway around the house to again, focus on the erosion issues. Pavers were used on our driveway and beautiful patio. The project has been completed but they continue to check the property and tweak if needed. I can not recommend them enough. Jan Stohlman

Roberta Jones

Food and service was great!

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Dennis R.

We had a large hardscaping project to demo and rebuild retaining walls, patio areas including stairs and deck. Lawn Artists came through with a great design and executed it well at a fair price. The work exceeded our expectations and we couldn't have been happier with the final results.

Lucinda K.

We had our existing small Trex deck reboarded and expanded 200% by Lawn Artists. Kevin and his crew did a fantastic job - smooth process from the estimate, contract, permits then the meticulous work including reseeding the disturbed grass area - all finished in less than a month! We love our new deck! Highly recommended!

Alissa L.

They do great work. My husband and I enjoyed working with them. Matt and his team did everything we asked of them and more. We had a large excavating project in our yard that only two companies we could find would be up to the job. We chose Lawn Artists and we are glad we did. Our lawn looks awesome. Would recommend 10/10!

Robert M.

Lawn Artists everything I could want in my lawn and Hardscape Adventures. I just happened to get their phone number off of one of their vehicles and set up a free consultation with them. They came took measurements photos and aerial drone photos. Then through video conferencing we worked all the details and my concerns out on an interactive 3D model scale. It was like I was right there doing the design. The crew was fast, efficient, and very knowledgeable about what they were doing. Many compliments from Neighbors around the block. Also they came in lower on price by the time we were done then you're bigger companies that I have visited. Also they periodically check their jobs when they are in the neighborhood and immediately set up to correct anything they notice more I notice needs Revisited. Thank you very much. My walkway and family really appreciate all.

Dan C.

Lawn Artists, led by Matt Curtin, designed and installed landscaping, walkway pavers, and fire pit and stone bench that have completely transformed our home's "curb appeal". Matt was easy to work with and patience with our schedule as we completed major upgrades to the home's roof, siding, and porches. His selection of plants and trees were right on the mark. His employees were always courteous and ensured they left the job site in great order. We strongly recommend Lawn Artists for any work you might be considering.