Turn a slope into usable yard
M&T’s builds block retaining walls, terraced tiers and built-in steps that hold back soil and open up space on sloped lots across Utah County.
Retaining wall services
Block retaining walls
Segmental block walls for slopes, grade changes and yard edges.
Terraced tiers
Multi-level walls that step a hillside into flat, usable areas.
Built-in steps
Block stairs set into the walls so you can move between levels.
Old wall replacement
Removal of failing boulder or timber walls and rebuild with block.
How we build a wall
Estimate & layout
We look at the slope, drainage and access, then plan wall heights and placement.
Excavation & trench
The area is graded and a trench is dug and filled with compacted gravel for the base.
Courses & reinforcement
Block is set course by course, with gravel backfill and geogrid where the design calls for it.
Caps, steps & cleanup
Caps go on, steps and patio areas are finished, and the site is cleaned up.
Three-tier wall, patio & fire pit
A steep, rocky backyard became three terraced levels with block steps, a paver patio and a fire pit.
Built for the long haul
- Careful base prep and drainage planning on every wall
- Walls, steps, patios and lighting from one crew
- Local Orem company serving all of Utah County
- Free estimates and straight answers
Retaining wall FAQ
Do I need a permit for a retaining wall?
Rules vary by city and wall height. We’ll talk through your city’s requirements during the estimate.
Can you replace my old boulder or timber wall?
Yes. We remove the old wall and rebuild with block.
Can you add steps or lights to the wall?
Yes. Built-in steps and wall-cap lights can be planned into the build.
What does a retaining wall cost?
It depends on height, length, access and soil. We give a free written estimate after seeing the site.
Retaining walls across Utah County
Based in Orem, M&T’s serves homeowners in Lehi, American Fork, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, Orem, Provo, Springville, Spanish Fork, Payson, Santaquin, Eagle Mountain and Saratoga Springs, plus the communities in between.
Got a slope that needs taming?
Get a free estimate on a retaining wall or terraced yard.