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Catch the failing wall before the slope wins.

Re-set leaning blocks. Rebuild bulged sections. Fix the drainage that caused it. Written quote in 24 hours.

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Leaning wall → straight and drained properly

Barrhaven retaining wall, July 2024. 18 lin ft section rebuilt with new weeping tile, geogrid, and proper footing. $2,800 total. 3 days.

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Interlock Retaining Wall Repair Cost in Ottawa

Interlock retaining wall repair in Ottawa typically costs $50 to $150 per linear foot for re-set work, and $150 to $300 per linear foot for a full rebuild. Final price depends on wall height, soil pressure, drainage condition, and whether geogrid reinforcement is needed.

Retaining wall repair pricing in Ottawa — by scope

Three scope levels. Final quote after a free on-site assessment.

Small spot repair

$400-$1,200

  • Re-set leaning section (under 6 lin ft)
  • Spot drainage fix
  • Polymeric sand and cap replacement
  • 1 day on-site
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Full wall rebuild

$3,500-$8,000+

  • Full tear-out and rebuild
  • Proper footing + drainage from scratch
  • Geogrid + weeping tile included
  • 4-5 days on-site
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Repair, replace, or just clean? — quick diagnostic

Wall leaning but blocks intact → re-set

Spot repair, drainage fix. $400-$1,200. 1 day on-site.

Bulged section + drainage issues → section rebuild

Weeping tile + geogrid added. 10-20 lin ft. $1,200-$3,500. 2-3 days.

Multiple failures + slope movement → full rebuild

Tear out and rebuild from footing up. $3,500-$8,000+. 4-5 days.

Concrete walls that keep cracking → switch to interlock blocks

We tear out and rebuild with proper segmental retaining wall blocks.

For detailed examples, see our interlock pricing in Ottawa page or try our interlock cost calculator.

Our Ottawa retaining wall repair process diagnoses why the wall is moving — usually trapped water, undersized base, or no geogrid on a wall taller than 3 feet. We re-set or rebuild with the right drainage and reinforcement so the repair holds the slope for the long run.

  • Diagnosis of failure mode (drainage, base failure, frost heave, no geogrid, undersized cap)
  • Disassembly and re-set of leaning or settled sections
  • Drain rock, perforated pipe, and weep holes behind the wall
  • Geogrid reinforcement on rebuilds over 3 feet
  • Cap re-bedding with construction adhesive
  • Site cleanup and slope re-grading

Why Ottawa homeowners choose us

We fix the cause, not the symptom

Sunken pavers and loose steps are almost always a base or drainage problem. We rebuild the bedding so the fix lasts.

Owner-led every site visit since 2009

Same family-owned crew. Headcount stays at 11 so the lead installer is on-site for the diagnosis and the fix.

Crew based in Nepean, 20-minute radius to every job

Local crew that knows Ottawa frost cycles. Quick callbacks if anything ever needs attention.

Match your existing pavers

We carry reserve stock from older Techo-Bloc, Permacon, and Unilock lines. Repairs blend in instead of looking patched.

Most repairs done in 1-3 days

Spot repairs same-day. Section relevels 2-3 days. Full driveway/patio relevels 3-5 days.

$2M liability + WSIB cleared

Both certificates available before any project starts.

Our Process

How easy we make it

01

Tell us your address

Takes 30 seconds.

02

We measure on-site

45 minutes, no obligation.

03

You get a written quote in 24 hours

Itemized. No surprises.

04

You decide whenever

No pressure, no follow-up calls.

05

We handle permits, demolition, drainage, and cleanup

You don't lift a finger.

06

You don't have to be home most days

We work around your schedule.

07

We protect your lawn and garden

Plywood paths, drop cloths, careful crew.

08

We leave your property cleaner than we found it

Full sweep, every day.

Still have questions? Browse the FAQ section below ↓

What wall repair customers say

5/5

Backyard wall was leaning out about 3 inches and getting worse. They rebuilt 40 feet of it with proper drainage. Two years in and it hasn't moved a millimetre.

J. Patel

Barrhaven, 2023

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5/5

Garden wall caps were loose all the way along. They re-bedded them and the whole wall feels solid again. Quick job, fair price.

S. O'Brien

Manotick, 2023

Client direct

5/5

Section of our front-yard wall had bulged out from frost. They rebuilt with geogrid this time. Looks like new and properly engineered.

L. Chen

Riverside South, 2024

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Recent wall repair projects across Ottawa

Areas we serve

Recent Ottawa work

Engineered Repair

Geogrid, weeping tile, and proper footing — fix the cause not the symptom

A wall fails because of drainage and footing, not the blocks themselves. Our rebuilds include the engineering work most contractors skip.

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Areas we serve

Kanata. Retaining wall repair and rebuild across Kanata Lakes, Bridlewood, Morgan's Grant, Beaverbrook, and Katimavik. Sloped Kanata lots see a lot of garden wall failures — typical $1,500-$6,000 rebuild range.

Barrhaven. Wall re-set and full rebuild across Half Moon Bay, Stonebridge, Longfields, Davidson Heights, Chapman Mills, and Strandherd. Most Barrhaven wall failures we see are drainage-related — we fix the cause.

Orleans. Leaning wall correction across Avalon, Fallingbrook, Chapel Hill, Convent Glen, and Queenswood Heights. Frost heave is the dominant failure mode in Orleans backyards.

Nepean. Retaining wall rebuild and drainage correction across Centrepointe, Tanglewood, Crestview, and Trend-Arlington. Older Nepean clay soils put a lot of pressure on undersized walls.

Stittsville. Wall rebuild and re-set across Jackson Trails, Crossing Bridge Estates, and Amberwood. Larger Stittsville lots often have multi-tier garden walls — we rebuild each tier on proper base.

Gloucester. Retaining wall repair across Beacon Hill, Blackburn Hamlet, and Hunt Club. Gloucester slopes and mature trees combine for a lot of wall pressure — geogrid reinforcement is usually needed.

Manotick. Estate-scale wall rebuilds across Mahogany, Manotick Estates, Long Island, and Manotick Village. Longer waterfront wall runs and terraced gardens are a regular part of our Manotick work.

Riverside South. Newer wall re-set work across Honey Gables and the Riverside South village. Most failures here are from undersized base on builder-installed walls — full rebuild fixes them for good.

Centretown. Tight-access wall repair across the Golden Triangle and Centretown West. Heritage stone-and-block hybrids and narrow garden walls.

Westboro. Garden wall rebuild and cap re-bed across Westboro Beach, Highland Park, and McKellar Park. Older Westboro walls often have no drainage behind them — we add it during the rebuild.

Alta Vista. Wall re-set and drainage correction across Heron Park, Faircrest Heights, and Playfair Park. Mature tree root pressure causes a lot of Alta Vista wall movement.

The Glebe. Heritage-friendly wall repair across the Glebe and the Old Ottawa South border. Narrow lots, neighbour-adjacent walls — we coordinate access and protect shared property.

Interlock retaining wall repair FAQs

How much does interlock retaining wall repair cost in Ottawa?

Retaining wall repair in Ottawa typically costs $50 to $150 per linear foot for re-set work, and $150 to $300 per linear foot for a full rebuild on proper base with drainage and geogrid.

Why is my retaining wall leaning?

Almost always one of four causes: trapped water behind the wall, an undersized base, frost heave, or no geogrid on a wall over 3 feet. We diagnose first, then fix.

Can you re-set a leaning wall, or do you have to rebuild?

Short leaning sections (under 2 feet tall, minor lean) can usually be disassembled and re-set on a corrected base. Bulged or taller walls usually need a full rebuild with new drainage.

Do I need a permit for retaining wall repair in Ottawa?

Walls under 3 feet generally don't require a City of Ottawa permit. Walls over 3 feet, or near property lines, may require engineering and permits — we handle the paperwork.

What is geogrid and do I need it?

Geogrid is a polymer mesh laid horizontally into the soil behind the wall in lifts. It anchors the wall back into the slope. Walls over 3 feet typically need it; shorter decorative walls usually don't.

How long does retaining wall repair take?

A re-set of a short section finishes in 1-3 days. Full rebuilds of 30-60 feet typically take 5-10 working days depending on access and drainage work.

Can you fix the drainage behind my wall?

Yes — and we usually have to. Most failed walls have no drain rock or perforated pipe behind them. We add both as part of the rebuild.

Can you match my existing wall blocks?

Yes. We source replacements to match colour and dimension on Techo-Bloc, Permacon, and Unilock wall systems. Discontinued blocks may need creative blending.

Do you fix loose retaining wall caps?

Yes. Loose caps are a safety hazard — kids and pets pull them off. We re-bed every cap with construction adhesive so the top course locks in.

Do you offer retaining wall repair near me in Ottawa?

Yes. We repair retaining walls across Ottawa, including Kanata, Barrhaven, Orleans, Nepean, Stittsville, Gloucester, Manotick, Riverside South, Centretown, Westboro, Alta Vista, and The Glebe.

Ready when you are. Written quote in 24 hours.

We repair and rebuild retaining walls across Ottawa from April to November.

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