New Lenox Retaining Wall Installation

Bret-Mar Landscape provides New Lenox retaining wall installation for seat walls, raised planting beds, and walls that help manage sloped areas. A seat wall can hold back soil while adding built-in patio seating. We plan the wall with the patio and surrounding landscape so the outdoor space works together.

New Lenox’s heavy clay soils can affect drainage and root development. We consider the soil, grade, and water movement around the site when planning a retaining wall and nearby landscape.

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Retaining Walls for Slopes, Gardens, and Patios

A retaining wall can help manage a change in grade, hold soil in place, and make more of your yard usable. These are some situations where a wall may be part of the landscape plan:

  • Sloped areas that limit usable outdoor space.

  • Soil erosion affecting planting beds or landscape areas.

  • Patio edges where a seat wall can provide built-in seating.

  • Raised planting beds that need a defined edge.

  • Areas where the wall should coordinate with nearby patios, gardens, or other landscape features.

Every property is different. We consider the site’s soil, grade, drainage, and how you want to use the space before planning the wall.

Retaining Wall Options for Your Property

We begin by learning about the site and what you want the finished space to do. Then we plan the wall as part of the surrounding landscape.

  • Seat walls. Retaining walls that add built-in seating along a patio.

  • Raised planting beds. Walls that create defined garden areas.Poor drainage leading to pooling or flooding

  • Sloped areas. Wall designs that help hold soil and make grade changes part of the landscape.

  • Stone, masonry, and custom block. Material options chosen to complement the home and surrounding area.

The right material and design depend on the property and project. For more wall styles, see our retaining walls.

Our Retaining Wall Installation Process

Review the site and goals

We discuss the grade, soil, drainage concerns, patio layout, and how you want to use the outdoor space.

Plan the wall

We consider the wall’s purpose, surrounding landscape, material options, and how it will fit with the home and patio.

Build and complete the project

Our in-house team oversees and completes landscape and hardscape installations, coordinating the wall with the rest of the project.

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A retaining wall can create a more defined transition between a patio and planting area, help hold soil in place, and make a sloped part of the yard more useful. A seat wall can also add built-in seating to an outdoor gathering space.

Stone, masonry, or custom block can bring visual appeal while serving the wall’s purpose. The design should fit the property and the way you plan to use the outdoor space.

Bret-Mar Landscape’s hardscape base warranty is two years. Additional manufacturer warranties, where applicable, are disclosed in the project proposal.

For landscaping and related services in New Lenox, see our New Lenox landscaping page.

Benefits of a Well-Planned Retaining Wall

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Meet the Team

  • A smiling man with a beard wearing a gray cap that reads 'Bret Mar Landscape,' a blue shirt, and black pants, sitting outdoors in a garden surrounded by greenery and plants.

    Adam

    CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER

    Adam was raised in the landscape industry and developed an early fascination with heavy equipment and hands-on construction. From a young age, he was drawn to understanding how things work—spending hours building and rebuilding projects with Legos, which naturally evolved into a passion for operating equipment and constructing outdoor spaces. He joined the family business after studying Agriculture and Soil Science at South Dakota State University, where he was also a member of the FarmHouse Fraternity. Adam oversees the operations side of the business, managing project construction and field execution. Outside of work, he is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys spending time with his dog, Charlie, and ice fishing.

  • A smiling woman with brown hair, wearing a gray button-up shirt and jeans, posing outdoors with her dog in front of a lush bush with pink and green flowers.

    Ashley

    PRESIDENT

    Ashley grew up in the landscape industry and studied Landscape Architecture and Business at South Dakota State University, where she was also a NCAA Division I equestrian athlete. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Landscape Illinois and is a past president of the organization. Ashley is passionate about landscape design and the ability to thoughtfully design outdoor spaces to enrich people’s lives—creating environments that encourage gathering and reflect pride of ownership. Outside of work, Ashley and her husband, Tim, enjoy spending time outdoors with their three dogs, hiking and fishing. She also competes in jumper competitions with her horse, Stella.

  • An elderly man with white hair and a mustache smiling outdoors surrounded by pink and cream hydrangea flowers.

    Kurt

    LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

    An avid outdoorsman, Kurt developed an early passion for land management. He studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where he met his wife, Sharon. Kurt leads the development and care of the nursery grounds at Bret-Mar, taking great pride in growing and nurturing plants that go on to thrive in clients’ landscapes. Outside of work, he enjoys being outdoors and spending time with his family on fishing trips.

  • A smiling woman with glasses sitting outdoors on a rock with her dog in a garden. She is wearing a blue plaid shirt and white pants, while the dog is a white retriever with its tongue out.

    Sharon

    LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT

    From an early age, Sharon knew she wanted to pursue a career in the landscape industry. Her first job, while in high school, was at a garden center, where she developed a strong passion for plants and horticulture. She studied Landscape Architecture at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she also met her husband, Kurt. The landscape industry remains a lifelong passion for Sharon, and she enjoys spending time in her garden harvesting vegetables and cut flowers alongside her dog, Elly.

  • The final result turned out even better than we ever imagined. Every detail was tailored to our exact taste, and we couldn’t be happier. We absolutely love everything they did and are so, so happy with the outcome. We would recommend Bret-Mar without hesitation and are already looking forward to working with them again in the future.

    — Michelle M.

  • Ashley, Bailey and Adam were a pleasure to work with on our stone wall project. Very responsive and helpful during the design and implementation. Will definitely use Bret-Mar again!

    — Marie

  • We have worked with Bret-Mar landscape for several of the projects in our yard and their work is top-notch. The entire team and crew at Bret-Mar goes above and beyond in their attention to detail, professionalism, communication & care throughout the project. Our yard has become a feature of our property and we are so grateful that Bret-Mar brought our vision to life.

    — jrse08

  • We are absolutely thrilled with the beauty and natural look of the landscaping. Sharon was very knowledgeable, professional and responsive. The staff and workers were friendly, courteous, and experienced. We highly recommend Bret-Mar for all your landscaping needs.

    — Roseanne G.

  • Bret-Mar always does such beautiful work, and not only do you get to enjoy the improved living space, it also ends up paying off as a great investment! We've had them do several improvements to our yard over the years. Now we are downsizing and moving to a condo, and so we listed our home for sale. We ended up getting much more money for our house than we expected, and the first couple who came to see it bought it!

    - Timothy M.

  • We recently had our front yard designed and installed by Bre-Mar. We had worked directly with Sharon.  She followed up on the project from start to finish.  Our vision, due to her knowledge, expertise, and professionalism provided us with a front yard that we are so proud of.  It truly exceeded our expectations.

    - Karen

  • I have used the services of Bret-Mar Landscape for the past eighteen years - from landscape design in both my front and back yards, brick paver installation, the design and installation of a pond and waterfall, and selection of mature trees for planting.

    Everyone at Bret Mar is thoughtful and really listen to a client's wants and wishes when planning.  Their suggestions are creative and very natural looking. I look forward to my next project.  It's always enjoyable working with them.  They treat me like I am their only client.

    - Dawn B.

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From a seat wall beside a patio to a retaining wall that helps manage a slope, Bret-Mar Landscape can help plan a wall for your New Lenox property. Tell us about your yard and what you want the space to do, and we’ll discuss the next steps.

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