Retaining Wall Services in San Mateo County, San Francisco, and Santa Clara County

At Peace of Mind Structural, we specialize in comprehensive retaining wall services tailored to the unique geological challenges of San Mateo County, San Francisco, Santa Clara County, and surrounding Bay Area communities. With over 30 years of experience as a family-owned general contractor (CSLB #: 460580), we understand the importance of sturdy retaining walls in preventing soil erosion, managing slopes, and enhancing property stability in earthquake-prone regions like Burlingame, Palo Alto, and Redwood City. Our expert team designs and installs retaining walls that not only provide structural integrity but also comply with local building codes and seismic standards, ensuring your home or business in areas such as San Mateo or San Jose remains protected against landslides and water damage. Whether you’re dealing with hillside properties in Hillsborough or urban landscapes in San Francisco, our solutions integrate seamlessly with your existing foundation and drainage systems for long-term peace of mind.

We offer a wide range of retaining wall options, including cast-in-place concrete, CMU reinforced masonry, MSE segmental systems, Versa-Lok® walls, and steel soldier pile with wood lagging, all customized for the diverse terrains found across San Mateo County, San Francisco, and Santa Clara County. Our services emphasize preventive measures that align with California’s seismic retrofitting guidelines, similar to our participation in the Earthquake Brace & Bolt (EBB) program, where we’ve completed over 500 projects. By incorporating advanced features like drainage blankets, geogrid reinforcement, and waterproofing, we help homeowners in places like Menlo Park and Sunnyvale safeguard their investments from the region’s frequent seismic activity and heavy rainfall. This expertise makes us the go-to contractor for retaining wall repairs and new constructions in the Bay Area, delivering premiere craftsmanship that enhances both safety and aesthetic appeal.

Highlights of Our Retaining Wall Services:

• Cast-in-Place Concrete Retaining Walls: Expert installation of cantilever, gravity, and counterfort systems with footings, keyways, shear keys, and grade beams; includes forming options like architectural liners, reinforcement, embedded hardware, drainage solutions such as perforated pipes and weeps, and finishes ranging from smooth to exposed aggregate with integral color and caps—ideal for hillside stability in San Mateo County.
• CMU (Reinforced Masonry) Retaining Walls: Grouted and reinforced CMU stem walls with pilasters, bond beams, lintels, anchor bolts, and dowels/epoxy-set rebar; features architectural block options like split-face or scored with stucco/stone veneer, plus back-of-wall drainage and waterproofing—perfect for durable solutions in San Francisco’s urban environments.
• MSE (Mechanically Stabilized Earth) / Segmental Retaining Walls: Engineered geogrid-reinforced systems for residential and light commercial use, with select backfill compaction, geogrid layout, drainage chimneys, heel drains, and encapsulation; includes coordination for stamped shop drawings—suited for sloped properties in Santa Clara County.
• Versa-Lok® Segmental Retaining Walls: Professional supply and installation with layout, cutting, curves, corners, steps, and freestanding seat walls; incorporates geogrid reinforcement, soil separation fabrics, coping caps, lighting conduits, landscape integration, and permeable LID details—enhancing aesthetics and functionality in surrounding Bay Area communities.
• Steel Soldier Pile & Wood Lagging (Shoring & Permanent Walls): H-pile drilling/setting with concrete backfill, steel walers/cap beams, wood lagging, and optional face shotcrete; options for tiebacks/soil nails with testing or rakers/struts, plus utility protection and monitoring—essential for constrained sites in high-risk seismic zones like Palo Alto and Redwood City.

As a mother-and-son team with deep roots in the construction industry, Caroline and Brandon prioritize stellar customer service and employee growth while serving clients throughout San Mateo County, San Francisco, Santa Clara County, and nearby areas. Our retaining wall projects often complement foundation repairs and seismic upgrades, reducing risks associated with high earthquake deductibles that can reach 10% of your home’s value in regions like Burlingame or San Jose. By choosing Peace of Mind Structural, you’re investing in preventive measures that protect your property and loved ones, making your home more attractive to buyers if you decide to sell. We handle everything from initial consultations to final finishes, ensuring compliance with local regulations and environmental considerations.

Ready to strengthen your property with expert retaining wall services? Contact us today at (650) 343-3133 to schedule a free consultation in San Mateo County, San Francisco, Santa Clara County, or surrounding areas. Let Peace of Mind Structural bring safety and stability to your Bay Area home or business.