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Retaining Wall Construction Spring Valley Village, TX.

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Here’s what I see every week in Spring Valley Village: homeowners call us after their backyard has been washing away for years, and now they’ve got foundation cracks, flooding basements, or worse their neighbor’s threatening to sue because water’s running onto their property. That slope you’ve been ignoring? It’s not getting better. Houston clay soil doesn’t forgive, and every thunderstorm takes more of your yard with it.

I’m Marco Lopez with AMS Pavers Services LLC. We’ve been building retaining walls throughout Spring Valley Village, Aldine, and East Aldine for 10 years now. I’ve seen what happens when people wait too long or hire the wrong crew. The reality is simple: proper retaining wall construction stops erosion, protects your foundation, and actually makes your property usable again.

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Look, I didn’t start AMS Pavers Services LLC to be another concrete company. I started it because I got tired of seeing Spring Valley Village homeowners get burned by contractors who didn’t understand Houston’s soil. After 10 years working on properties from South Houston to Aldine, I can tell you exactly what happens when someone builds a retaining wall without proper drainage; it fails within three years, guaranteed.

We’ve built over 200 retaining walls in the Spring Valley Village area alone. I know which neighborhoods have the worst clay expansion, where drainage is tricky, and what mistakes other contractors keep making. When East Aldine had that flooding in 2019, we were out there fixing walls that failed because nobody installed weep holes or drainage pipes. That’s the difference we engineer retaining walls for Houston’s reality, not some textbook scenario.

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Driveway Construction Spring Valley Village, TX.

I'll be straight with you half the driveways I see in Spring Valley Village weren't built right from day one. Houston's clay soil expands when wet and shrinks when dry. If your driveway contractor didn't account for that with proper base material and expansion joints, you're looking at cracks within five years. I've torn out and replaced dozens of driveways in the area that were doomed from the start.

We excavate 6-8 inches for residential driveways, use engineered base material, and slope everything away from your foundation. Sounds basic, but you'd be surprised how many contractors skip this. Our driveway construction serves families throughout Aldine, East Aldine, and South Houston who are tired of patching cracks every year. We build it once, and it lasts 20+ years.

Issues We Deal With Constantly:

Cracking from clay soil movement nobody properly addressed
Water pooling because the slope drains toward the house instead of away
Settlement from contractors who didn't compact base material properly
Staining from oil and rust because nobody applied sealer
Width issues where modern SUVs don't fit properly
Edges crumbling because there's no proper forms or reinforcement

Patio Construction Spring Valley Village, TX.

You know what I hear all the time? "Marco, we want to actually use our backyard." Makes sense you're paying Spring Valley Village property taxes on that space. Problem is, most patios I see crack within three years because contractors poured concrete directly on Houston clay without proper base prep. Or they didn't slope it right, so water pools after every rain.

Our patio construction process is pretty straightforward but detailed. We excavate, install proper base material, ensure correct drainage slope, and use control joints to manage the inevitable concrete expansion. Whether you want stamped concrete that looks like stone or a simple brushed finish, the foundation work is what matters. We've built patios throughout Aldine and East Aldine that still look great after Texas summers and flooding seasons.

Real Problems on Real Patios:

Cracking within 2-3 years from soil movement
Standing water because nobody checked slope direction
Sinking on one side from poor soil compaction
Surface scaling from Houston's freeze-thaw cycles
Too small for furniture and actual family gatherings
No integration with landscaping or drainage systems

Porch Construction Spring Valley Village, TX.

Porches take a beating in Houston. Sun, rain, temperature swings I've replaced porches in Spring Valley Village where the concrete lasted eight years before serious spalling started. Usually it's because moisture got underneath and the freeze-thaw cycles did the rest. A proper porch needs footer work below frost line, correct slope away from the house, and sometimes a vapor barrier depending on soil conditions.

We build porches throughout the Houston area that protect your entry and actually last. It's not complicated work, but it requires attention to drainage and proper foundation prep. I've fixed too many settling porches in South Houston and Aldine where somebody just poured a slab without footers. Six months later, it's separating from the house.

Common Porch Problems We Fix:

Settling away from the house creating gaps and trip hazards
Cracking from inadequate footer depth or no footer at all
Water pooling and draining into your home's foundation
Surface deterioration from moisture penetration underneath
Structural issues from contractors who skipped engineer requirements
Complete separation requiring tear-out and proper rebuild

Terrace Construction Spring Valley Village, TX.

Terraced yards are popular in Spring Valley Village for good reason, they solve slope problems and create usable space. But here's the catch: each level needs its own retaining wall, and those walls need to work together as a system. Get the drainage wrong on the upper terrace, and you're overloading the lower wall. I've rebuilt entire terrace systems where someone didn't think through the water flow.

Our terrace construction combines multiple retaining walls with integrated drainage that moves water away from your foundation. We've done some beautiful projects in East Aldine with garden beds at different levels, each one properly engineered. It's not just about stacking walls, it's about creating a landscape retaining wall system that handles Houston rainfall without failing.

What Usually Goes Wrong:

No drainage coordination between terrace levels
Walls built at wrong height ratios for soil pressure
Erosion between levels nobody planned for
Water concentrating at corners causing localized failures
No consideration for plant irrigation or landscape watering
DIY projects where walls were built sequentially without overall plan

Masonry Concrete Repair Spring Valley Village, TX.

I'm going to save you some money right now: not every crack means you need replacement. We do structural concrete repair on driveways, patios, and retaining walls throughout Spring Valley Village where proper repair extends life by 10+ years. But you need someone who understands why the crack happened: was it settlement, expansion, poor original work, or normal aging?

Our concrete patching and resurfacing fixes the underlying issue, not just the symptom. We've repaired spalling concrete throughout East Aldine caused by moisture penetration, foundation crack sealing on driveways in Aldine where soil settled, and expansion joint failures all over South Houston. Sometimes repair makes sense, sometimes replacement is cheaper long-term. I'll tell you honestly which one applies to your situation.

Repairs We Handle Regularly:

Progressive cracking from ongoing soil settlement
Spalling where surface concrete is flaking off
Failed expansion joints causing pressure cracks
Foundation cracks letting water into crawl spaces
Corner breaks and edge deterioration from inadequate support
Sinking sections from soil erosion underneath

Retaining Walls Spring Valley Village, TX.

Last month I met with a homeowner in Spring Valley Village who'd lost four feet of their backyard in two years. The slope behind their house was gradually sliding toward their patio, taking expensive landscaping with it. They kept hoping it would stop on its own. It didn't. By the time they called me, we had to excavate deeper than necessary because the soil stability was compromised. Cost them an extra $3,000.

That's what erosion does and it gets expensive fast. Our retaining wall construction starts with proper excavation and footer preparation, something most landscape retaining wall specialists skip. We install drainage pipes behind every wall because Houston gets 50+ inches of rain annually. Without it, hydrostatic pressure builds up and pushes your wall over. I've rebuilt at least 30 walls in Aldine and East Aldine that failed for exactly that reason. Our residential retaining wall construction isn't pretty pictures, it's engineering that works when Houston weather tests it.

Problems We Actually Fix Every Week:

Backyards losing 6-12 inches of soil every year to erosion
Slope failures threatening foundations and causing structural cracks
Water runoff flooding patios, garages, or neighbor's properties during storms
DIY retaining walls leaning or collapsing after one rainy season
Unusable sloped yards where kids can't play or you can't landscape
Failed contractor work with no drainage, wrong materials, or improper footers

Walkway Construction Spring Valley Village, TX.

Tree roots destroy more walkways in Spring Valley Village than anything else. Those beautiful oaks everyone loves? Their roots are lifting concrete all over the neighborhood. We've replaced walkways where homeowners kept patching cracks for years before accepting they needed proper replacement with root barriers.

Good walkway construction means excavating deep enough to remove problematic roots, installing proper base, and planning for future root growth. We've installed hundreds of walkways throughout Aldine and South Houston using different approaches depending on tree proximity. Sometimes that means choosing pavers over concrete for flexibility, sometimes it's going deeper with the base material.

Why Walkways Fail Here:

Tree root intrusion lifting concrete sections
Settlement from Houston clay creating trip hazards
Too narrow for comfortable walking or ADA requirements
No consideration for drainage causing standing water
Cracking from freeze-thaw cycles combined with poor base
Improper slope making them slippery when wet

Masonry Concrete Removal Spring Valley Village, TX.

Concrete demolition isn't rocket science, but doing it without damaging irrigation lines, gas lines, or your landscaping requires some experience. We've handled tear-outs throughout Spring Valley Village where homeowners tried DIY and hit utilities or damaged the foundation they were trying to protect. Our concrete removal includes locating underground utilities first boring, but necessary.

We handle everything from small walkway removal to full driveway demolition throughout the Houston area. The concrete breaking is the easy part; proper disposal and site prep for new construction is what matters. We've done commercial retaining wall removal projects and residential patio tear-outs where the old concrete was 8 inches thick in some spots because nobody checked during the pour.

When You Need Removal:

Concrete deteriorated beyond cost-effective repair
Renovation plans requiring complete redesign
Settling so severe the slab is dangerous
Root damage throughout making repair impossible
Wrong slope directing water toward your foundation
Failed retaining wall needing complete rebuild with proper engineering

Masonry Concrete Staining Spring Valley Village, TX.

Concrete staining is the most affordable way to upgrade your property appearance. We use acid stain concrete and water-based options depending on what look you want and what Houston weather will do to it. Acid staining creates those variegated earth tones you see on high-end patios every application is unique because it reacts with the concrete itself.

Our decorative concrete staining work throughout Spring Valley Village ranges from subtle brown tones on driveways to bold colors on commercial retaining wall projects. The key is proper surface prep stain won't work on sealed concrete or contaminated surfaces. We've done patio and walkway concrete staining throughout Aldine and East Aldine that's held up for years under Texas sun because we prep correctly and seal properly.

What Staining Actually Fixes:

Plain gray concrete that looks cheap and dated
Oil stains and discoloration destroying curb appeal
Faded or worn areas making concrete look worse than it is
Mismatched concrete from repairs or additions
Need for expensive-looking finish on budget constraints
Concrete that's structurally sound but aesthetically tired

Why Our Retaining Wall Construction in Spring Valley Village, TX. Actually Works

Big concrete companies come through Spring Valley Village with crews who’ve never built a retaining wall in Houston clay. They’re following their corporate installation manual written for different soil conditions. Then you call me two years later when the wall is leaning because they didn’t install a drainage pipe or used the wrong backfill material. I’ve rebuilt at least 40 walls that failed for exactly these reasons.

We've Actually Done This Work in Your Neighborhood

Not to belabor the point, but 10 years in Spring Valley Village means something. I know the soil conditions on the west side differ from the east side. I know which neighborhoods have high water tables.

Our Drainage Engineering Prevents the Failures We See Constantly

Every retaining wall we build gets drainage pipe, proper backfill material, and weep holes where needed. Houston gets intense rainfall. Your wall needs to manage that water, not fight against it.

You Get Honest Assessment, Not Upselling

If your cracked patio can be repaired instead of replaced, I'll tell you that even though replacement makes me more money. My reputation in Spring Valley Village, Aldine, and East Aldine depends on people trusting my recommendations.

We Handle Your Complete Outdoor Concrete Needs

Beyond retaining wall installation, we do your driveway, patio, walkways, repairs, and decorative staining. You're dealing with one crew that knows your property, not coordinating multiple contractors.

Client Review

We interviewed three retaining wall contractors for our sloped backyard in Spring Valley Village. Marco was the only one who explained why the slope was failing and what drainage system we actually needed. His price was middle of the road, but his knowledge was clearly better. The block retaining wall he built has survived two years of Houston storms without any issues. We've recommended AMS Pavers to four neighbors now.

Our Aldine property needed retaining wall repair after the previous contractor's work started leaning within 18 months. Marco showed us exactly why it failed: no drainage pipe, wrong backfill, inadequate footer. He rebuilt the whole thing properly. That was three years ago and it's still perfect. We should have called him first and saved ourselves $7,000

Marco built a stone retaining wall for our East Aldine home that honestly looks better than we imagined. He suggested natural stone instead of a block for our situation, helped with the design, and finished on schedule. The drainage system he installed has worked perfectly no more flooding in our backyard after storms. His price was fair and his work was solid

Contact Us for Retaining Wall Construction in Spring Valley Village TX

Every week you wait, that slope takes more of your yard. The erosion doesn’t stop, it accelerates. I’ve seen $8,000 retaining wall projects turn into $15,000 jobs because homeowners waited two more years and the problem got worse. We’re scheduling retaining wall construction throughout Spring Valley Village, Aldine, and East Aldine right now. Call now and let’s look at your property before the next storm season. I’ll give you an honest assessment of what you need, what it’ll cost, and how long it’ll take. No pressure, just straight answers from someone who’s been doing this work in your neighborhood for 10 years.

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Our Featured Questions from Spring Valley Village TX

Can you repair retaining walls or do you only build new ones?

We handle both retaining wall repair when the structure is sound but needs drainage upgrades or minor fixes, and complete rebuilds when the wall has failed or was never built correctly to begin with.

What makes Houston clay soil so challenging for retaining walls?

Houston clay expands significantly when wet and shrinks when dry, creating constant pressure changes. Without proper drainage and engineered backfill, walls fail within a few years from hydrostatic pressure buildup.

How long does retaining wall installation take in Spring Valley Village?

Typical residential walls run 4-7 days depending on height and length that includes excavation, drainage installation, wall construction, and backfilling with proper compaction between lifts.

Do you install different types of retaining walls or just one kind?

We install modular block retaining walls, poured concrete walls, and natural stone retaining wall options throughout Spring Valley Village TX material choice depends on height requirements, budget, and aesthetic preferences.

Why do so many retaining walls fail in Houston?

Poor or missing drainage causes 90% of failures. When contractors skip the drainage pipe, use the wrong backfill material, or don’t install weep holes, water pressure builds up and pushes the wall over during heavy rain.

Should I get engineer plans for my retaining wall project?

Anything over 4 feet high typically requires engineering in most jurisdictions. Even below that, proper engineering ensures your wall handles Houston soil and rainfall and we coordinate with structural engineers when needed for larger projects.

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Stop watching your yard wash away. We’re booking retaining wall construction in Spring Valley Village now, and I can usually get you an estimate within a couple days. Let’s fix this before it gets more expensive. Reach out to AMS Pavers Services LLC and let’s talk about what your property actually needs.

Areas We Serve

Houston TX

Spring Valley Village TX

Aldine TX

East Aldine TX

South Houston TX

About Company

AMS Pavers Services LLC, owned by Marco Lopez, has 10 years of experience providing expert masonry and concrete services. We are dedicated to delivering durable, high-quality projects that enhance the beauty and functionality of your property.