Poor drainage, unstable soil, and surface runoff don’t just make your yard hard to use—they threaten your foundation, basement, and even your home’s long-term value. Whether you’re dealing with sloped terrain, washed-out mulch beds, or a collapsing wall built with the wrong materials, the underlying issue is often the same: your landscape needs structure.
Erosion can turn a once-usable lawn into a muddy mess. Without proper soil compaction, the pressure behind that slope gets worse every season.
That’s why a professionally designed retaining wall isn’t just about looks—it’s about solving the problem at its root.
At Lee’s Lawn & Landscape, we build retaining walls that work just as hard as they look good. Whether you're keeping soil in place, reshaping a backyard, or creating a defined edge near a patio, our walls provide structure where it matters most.
We design and build:
Landscape retaining walls for slopes and grade changes
Segmental block walls for patios, driveways, or garden support
Rosetta and outcropping walls for a larger-scale natural-stone appearance
Decorative walls that coordinate with surrounding hardscape
Material, layout, and site preparation recommendations are based on the conditions we find at your property.
We offer a wide range of options depending on your landscape, design preferences, and intended use.
Segmental concrete blocks create a clean, repeating wall face and can follow straight or curved layouts. They are a practical choice when a wall needs to define a grade change beside a patio, driveway, planting bed, or lawn.
Good fits include:
Landscape walls along driveways and patios
Terraced planting areas
Backyard hardscapes that need a coordinated wall edge
Replacing an aging landscape wall with a block system
See our segmental block retaining wall service for local project examples and planning considerations.
Natural rock and boulder walls bring a rustic, organic appearance to sloped areas and landscape beds. Irregular shapes and varied stone faces create a softer transition than a uniform block wall.
This look may fit:
Wooded or naturalized areas
Sloped planting beds
Landscapes where an irregular stone edge fits the setting
Material availability, wall scale, and site access need to be reviewed before this direction is recommended.
Rosetta and outcropping retaining walls use large-format units to create the scale and irregular character of natural stone. The substantial wall face works well on visible slopes and alongside broad landscape beds.
Consider this look for:
Prominent backyard grade changes
Wall lines that benefit from a rugged stone appearance
Landscapes where larger wall units fit the surrounding scale
Visit our Rosetta and outcropping retaining wall page to compare the look with segmental block.
The right wall style depends on more than appearance. We compare the scale of the grade change, available access, nearby patios or walkways, and how the finished wall will be viewed from the house and yard.
Use the child pages to compare:
Segmental block walls for a clean, repeating course pattern
Rosetta outcropping walls for a larger, irregular stone appearance
Natural rock and boulder options when the property and material evidence support that direction
We review the site before narrowing the material recommendation.
Building a reliable landscape wall means more than stacking materials. Our planning starts with the grade, access, surrounding hardscape, and how water moves through the area.
Depending on the site and wall system, the work may involve:
Excavation and base preparation suited to the wall location
Aggregate base and backfill selected for the project
Drainage planning based on observed site conditions
Wall-system reinforcement when the chosen design calls for it
Finish grading that reconnects the wall with the surrounding landscape
We explain the proposed approach before construction so you can understand how the wall fits the larger outdoor space.
From the first shovel to the last block, we keep things clear, clean, and on track.
Jon, Chad and the crew were a pleasure to work with. I am so blessed that Lee's Lawn & Landscaping helped me when I needed them most.
Wall height depends on the grade change, layout, wall system, nearby features, and site conditions. We evaluate the property before recommending the appropriate scope and next steps.
Water movement is an important part of retaining-wall planning. We review runoff and the surrounding grade, then recommend drainage details appropriate to the site and selected wall system. For broader runoff concerns, see our erosion-control services.
It varies by material (wood, block, stone), wall length, and site access. We’ll provide a clear, itemized estimate with no surprises.
Local experience with slopes, grade changes, and Eastern Iowa weather
Practical coordination between erosion control and wall placement
Experience with segmental block and Rosetta/outcropping wall styles
Wall layouts that connect naturally with patios and other hardscaping
Focused on clear communication and a tidy work area
We don’t just build a wall. We consider how it fits the way your property looks and functions.
Don’t wait for another season of soil erosion and standing water. Whether you need a decorative front wall or full retaining wall construction to reclaim your backyard slope, Lee’s Lawn & Landscape has the experience and tools to get it done right.
Ready for a free consultation? Contact us today and let’s build something strong, smart, and beautiful.
