Chalmette is built on low ground between the Mississippi River and the marsh, and that reality shapes every retaining wall we build here. The rebuilt and raised homes throughout neighborhoods like Old Arabi and Chalmette proper sit on slabs that need concrete walls to hold back the fill and manage water. If your wall is leaning, cracking, or failing after a storm, you're not alone.
Homeowners in Chalmette (70043) call New Orleans Retaining Wall because we understand the specific challenges of building on this soil. From the raised slabs near the Chalmette Battlefield to the drainage canals that run through the parish, we've seen what works and what doesn't.
Retaining Wall in Chalmette (70043)
Chalmette sits on flat, low ground that's only a few feet above sea level in many spots. The soil is soft organic clay and peat, and the water table is often just a couple of feet down. That means walls here have to be designed for poor drainage and settling. Raised slabs, common after the rebuilding that followed 2005, put extra pressure on walls, especially when the backfill gets saturated during summer cloudbursts or hurricane season. Formosan termites are also a real threat to timber walls, so we often recommend concrete or block instead.
Our team has worked throughout Chalmette and the surrounding areas, from the streets near the Chalmette Ferry Landing to the residential blocks off Paris Road. We know the local building department requirements and can help you navigate permits for walls over four feet or those that support a driveway or structure. We also understand the tight lot access in older neighborhoods and the need to coordinate with neighbors when property lines are close.
Our services in Chalmette
- Retaining Wall Installation in Chalmette · Design and construction of new low retaining walls for raised slabs…
- Retaining Wall Repair in Chalmette · Repair of leaning, bowing, cracked, or settling retaining walls…
- Retaining Wall Replacement in Chalmette · Full tear-out and replacement of failed or end-of-life walls…
- Concrete Retaining Walls in Chalmette · Poured concrete and reinforced CMU block retaining walls with engineered…
- Block & Segmental Retaining Walls in Chalmette · Segmental retaining walls (SRW) in Allan Block, Versa-Lok…
- Boulder & Natural Stone Walls in Chalmette · Boulder and natural stone retaining walls for raised beds, pond edges…
- Timber Retaining Walls in Chalmette · Pressure-treated timber walls for garden beds and low edges…
- Slope Stabilization & Erosion Control in Chalmette · Bank and grade stabilization for bayou, canal, and lakefront edges…
- Retaining Wall Drainage in Chalmette · Drainage systems that make walls last: French drains, weep holes…
- Railroad Tie Wall Replacement in Chalmette · Removal and replacement of aging railroad tie retaining walls and bed edges…
- Leaning & Collapsed Wall Repair in Chalmette · Priority response for leaning, bulging, and collapsed retaining walls…
How a Job Works in Chalmette
Step 1: You call us at (504) 399-7980 or fill out our contact form. We'll schedule a free on-site assessment at your Chalmette property. We'll look at the wall, the soil, the drainage, and any access issues, then give you a clear written estimate.
Step 2: Once you approve, we pull any necessary permits with the local building department. On the work date, our crew arrives with materials and equipment. We protect your landscaping and handle the excavation carefully. If access is tight, we use compact equipment. We keep you informed throughout the project.
Step 3: After the wall is built or repaired, we clean up the site completely. We walk through the finished work with you to make sure you're satisfied. We haul away all debris and leave your yard ready to use.
Pricing for retaining walls in Chalmette depends on the size, materials, and site conditions. Here are some typical starting prices: timber walls from $20 per square foot, block and boulder walls from $25 per square foot, concrete walls from $35 per square foot, and railroad tie replacement from $35 per square foot. Repairs start at $1,500, and drainage solutions start at $2,500. For a free estimate tailored to your property, call us at (504) 399-7980.
