Portland · Oregon
Custom Retaining Walls Built for Oregon
Oregon Retaining Walls is Portland's top-rated retaining wall contractor — segmental block, natural stone, boulder, timber & poured concrete walls, built for the Pacific Northwest.
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About Our Company
Portland's Trusted Retaining Wall Experts
Oregon Retaining Walls is a top-rated retaining wall contractor serving the Portland metro. Part of the Western Paver Design family, we bring skilled crews and an obsessive attention to detail to every wall we build — from low garden walls to tall engineered, tiered systems.
We handle every phase in-house: design and engineering, excavation and base prep, drainage and geogrid reinforcement, construction, backfill, and capping — in segmental block, natural stone, boulder, timber, or poured concrete. One local team, one standard of quality, and walls built to hold Oregon's slopes for decades.
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Loved by Portland-Area Homeowners
“Oregon Retaining Walls rebuilt a failing timber wall in our backyard with a beautiful tiered block wall. The crew was professional, on time, and you could tell the drainage and base work was done right. Best contractor we've worked with in Portland.”
Mark R.
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“We had a natural stone retaining wall and matching steps installed and could not be happier. They took the time to get the design exactly right, and the craftsmanship is top notch. Turned a useless slope into our favorite part of the yard.”
Jennifer L.
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“Needed a tall engineered block wall to hold back the hillside above our driveway. ORW handled the engineering and permits, built in the drainage and geogrid, and it passed inspection with no issues. Clean work and great communication start to finish.”
David S.
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“Our new boulder wall and stone steps completely transformed the front of the house and stopped the erosion we'd been fighting for years. The install was fast and clean, and it looks fantastic. Thank you Oregon Retaining Walls!”
Amanda K.
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What We Do
Retaining Walls, Steps & More
From segmental block and natural stone walls to boulder rockeries, timber and poured concrete walls, and outdoor steps, one local team designs, builds, and stands behind walls engineered for the Portland climate.
Segmental Block Retaining Walls
Engineered segmental (SRW) block retaining walls — the most popular choice in the Pacific Northwest for strength, built-in drainage, and a wide range of styles and colors.
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Natural Stone Retaining Walls
Timeless natural stone retaining walls — dry-stacked or mortared — that bring an organic, high-end look to Portland-area landscapes and last a lifetime.
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Boulder & Rock Retaining Walls
Rugged boulder and rock retaining walls that hold slopes with a bold, natural look — ideal for larger grade changes and Pacific Northwest landscapes.
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Timber Retaining Walls
Budget-friendly pressure-treated timber retaining walls with a warm, natural look — well suited to lower garden walls and terraces around the Portland area.
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Poured Concrete Retaining Walls
Strong, structural poured (cast-in-place) concrete retaining walls for tall walls, surcharge loads, and clean modern lines — engineered, reinforced, and built to code.
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Outdoor Steps & Stairs
Custom outdoor steps and stairs for Portland-area slopes — natural stone, block, and poured concrete steps that connect levels safely and tie your retaining walls, patios, and landscape together.
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From First Call to Finished Wall
A simple, no-pressure process. We keep it clear and on schedule from your first call to the day you enjoy your new wall.
Free Consultation
We meet you at your property to walk the slope, learn your goals, and talk through wall style, materials, height, and budget.
Design & Engineering
You get a clear design and a detailed written estimate covering material, height, drainage, and reinforcement — engineered where the height or load requires it, so you know exactly what to expect.
Excavation, Base & Drainage
Our crews excavate and compact an engineered gravel base, set a level leveling pad, and build in drainage — perforated drain pipe and clean gravel backfill — the parts that keep an Oregon wall standing for decades.
Build, Backfill & Finish
We set each course level and true, add geogrid reinforcement where needed, backfill and compact in lifts, cap the wall, and clean the site — then walk the finished project with you.
Built to Last
Engineered Drainage & a Wall That Holds
Most retaining walls fail for one reason: water. We build every wall to defeat it — with clean gravel backfill, a perforated drain pipe at the base, and geogrid soil reinforcement where the height and load call for it.
Every wall goes down on a properly excavated, compacted, and well-drained base, set level and true, and battered back into the slope it holds. It's the work you never see that keeps a wall standing straight for decades instead of bulging and leaning.
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Steps & Stairs
Outdoor Steps That Connect Every Level
Homeowners across the Portland area trust us for safe, durable outdoor steps built into their slopes and tied seamlessly to their retaining walls. Natural stone, block, boulder, and poured concrete steps — with slip-resistant treads, proper drainage, and consistent rise and run, done right the first time.
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Segmental Block Retaining Walls
Engineered SRW block walls across the Portland area — tiered systems, seating walls, and slope reclamation built on a compacted base with real drainage and geogrid reinforcement.
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Natural Stone & Boulder Walls
Timeless natural stone and rugged boulder retaining walls that hold slopes and add an organic, high-end look to Portland-area landscapes.
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Tiered & Terraced Walls
Multi-level tiered retaining walls that reclaim steep backyards, terrace gardens, and turn unusable slopes into level, usable outdoor space.
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Garden & Seating Walls
Decorative garden borders, raised planter beds, and built-in seating walls that double as landscape features across the Portland metro.
Outdoor Steps & Stairs
Outdoor Steps & Stairs
Natural stone, block, and poured-concrete steps that connect levels safely and tie retaining walls, patios, and landscapes together.
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Erosion Control & Slope Stabilization
Retaining walls and boulder rockeries that stop erosion, protect foundations from runoff, and stabilize slopes for Portland-area homes.
Service Area
Serving the Greater Portland Area
Oregon Retaining Walls is Portland's top-rated retaining wall contractor, serving the entire metro across Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. From segmental block and natural stone walls to boulder rockeries, timber and poured concrete walls, and outdoor steps, we bring dependable, high-quality work to homeowners — engineered for Oregon's wet climate and clay soils.
- Portland
- Beaverton
- Lake Oswego
- Tigard
- West Linn
- Tualatin
- Happy Valley
- Oregon City
- Hillsboro
- Milwaukie
- Multnomah County
- Clackamas County
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