Hey everyone! I'm thinking about building a 4-foot tall retaining wall to level out my backyard, which has a steep incline on one side. I've received a quote for $28,000 plus tax from a landscaper in the Seattle area. The wall would be about 30 feet long and would sit flush with the existing lawn area. However, the estimate didn't come with a breakdown of labor or materials, just a round number. Is this a fair price for the work involved? Thanks for your help!
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It sounds like you need to dig deeper into the details. What kind of materials are they using? Does the price cover permits? In some places, you might need an engineer's stamp for walls that tall, and I'm curious if that's included. Also, do they have plans for drainage behind the wall? That's super important! You might want to get 2 or 3 more quotes to compare. $28k seems a bit low for that scope of work in my experience, but it depends on your area. And remember, you might need some safety barriers because of the height!
Just sharing more context, they mentioned it would involve steps for access and included various groundwork. Still, it’s worth verifying everything.
Yeah, always a good plan to get multiple estimates. It’ll give you a better feel for the market rate. Each contractor has different pricing, so comparing will help you get a fair deal without any surprises later!
Good insight! Definitely need those specifics.