Gallaway is a small, rural community in Fayette County where the lots are wide and the ground rolls with the terrain. Many properties here sit on sloping yards that drain toward creek cuts, and the housing mix includes older farmhouses, brick ranches, and newer homes on acreage. If you live near the Gallaway Community Center or along Highway 70, you know how quickly a heavy rain can turn a slope into a muddy mess.
That is why homeowners in Gallaway (38036) call Memphis Retaining Wall. We understand the local soil, the way water moves across these hills, and the specific challenges of building walls that hold. Our team is based in Memphis and serves Gallaway and the surrounding areas, bringing professional retaining wall installation, repair, and replacement to this part of Fayette County.
Retaining Wall in Gallaway (38036)
Gallaway sits on rolling loess soil, the same wind-blown silt that covers much of the Memphis area. On these rural lots, that means slopes are prone to erosion and slumping when saturated. Many properties have creek-cut banks or grade changes that need stabilization. We see a lot of aging timber walls and railroad tie terraces that have rotted or shifted, especially on older homesteads. The high water table in low spots and the clay beneath the loess can create hydrostatic pressure that pushes walls over. Add in the torrential spring thunderstorms and long humid summers, and you get walls that fail from poor drainage and soil movement. Our team knows how to handle these conditions, from proper footing depth to drainage solutions that redirect water away from the wall.
We have been serving Gallaway and the greater Memphis area for years, and we understand the local building stock and terrain. Whether it is a poured concrete wall on a driveway cut or a segmental block wall in a suburban yard, we have the experience to get it right.
Our services in Gallaway
- Retaining Wall Installation in Gallaway · Design and construction of new retaining walls for sloped yards, driveways…
- Retaining Wall Repair in Gallaway · Repair of leaning, bowing, cracked, or settling retaining walls…
- Retaining Wall Replacement in Gallaway · Full tear-out and replacement of failed or end-of-life walls…
- Concrete Retaining Walls in Gallaway · Poured concrete and reinforced CMU block retaining walls with engineered…
- Block & Segmental Retaining Walls in Gallaway · Segmental retaining walls (SRW) in Allan Block, Versa-Lok…
- Boulder & Natural Stone Walls in Gallaway · Boulder and natural stone retaining walls in Tennessee fieldstone and quarried…
- Timber Retaining Walls in Gallaway · Pressure-treated timber walls for garden beds and low terraces…
- Slope Stabilization & Erosion Control in Gallaway · Slope stabilization with terraced retaining walls, geogrid reinforcement…
- Retaining Wall Drainage in Gallaway · Drainage systems that make walls last: French drains, weep holes…
- Railroad Tie Wall Replacement in Gallaway · Removal and replacement of aging railroad tie retaining walls from the 1970s…
- Leaning & Collapsed Wall Repair in Gallaway · Priority response for leaning, bulging, and collapsed retaining walls…
How a Job Works in Gallaway
Step 1: It starts with a call to (901) 519-2101 or a request through our website. We will schedule a free on-site assessment at your Gallaway property. We will look at the slope, the soil, the drainage patterns, and any existing wall. We will discuss your goals and provide a written estimate with options.
Step 2: Once you approve the plan, we will pull any necessary permits. In Gallaway, walls over a certain height or those supporting a driveway or structure may require a permit and engineered drawings, so we will verify with the local building department. Our team will then begin the work, handling everything from excavation to backfill and drainage. We know the access challenges on rural lots, so we plan for equipment and material delivery.
Step 3: After the wall is built, we clean up the site, haul away debris, and walk through the finished project with you. We make sure you are satisfied and understand how to maintain your new wall. We leave your property clean and ready to enjoy.
Pricing for retaining walls in Gallaway depends on the size, materials, access, and condition of the site. For installation, expect starting prices around $30 per square foot for standard walls, with concrete walls starting at $35 per square foot, segmental block at $25 per square foot, and timber walls at $20 per square foot. Repair jobs typically start at $1,500, while replacement starts at $35 per square foot. Drainage solutions start at $2,500, and slope stabilization is quoted after a free estimate. These are ballpark figures; the actual cost will vary based on your specific situation. Call us at (901) 519-2101 for a free, no-obligation estimate tailored to your Gallaway property.
