LICENSED · INSURED · DECADES OF EXPERIENCE

Premium Retaining Walls, Stone Patios & Veneer in Richmond, BC

Licensed masonry specialists bringing durable, beautiful stonework to your home. Get an upfront, accurate estimate today.

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PRICING: Line-item estimate, in writing
CONSULTATION: Free on-site visit
EXPERIENCE: Decades of hands-on masonry

English & Mandarin spoken · 我们讲普通话

OUR SPECIALTIES

Stonework that lasts starts below the surface

Most failed walls and sinking patios fail because of what nobody sees: drainage, base and bonding. Here is exactly how we build each one.

01 · STRUCTURAL

Structural Retaining Walls

A retaining wall holds back tonnes of wet soil, and in the Lower Mainland's rainy winters, water pressure is what pushes walls over. We build every wall to drain.

Drainage first. A perforated drain pipe at the base, wrapped in clear crushed drain rock, carries water away before it can build pressure behind the wall.
Soil retention. Filter fabric keeps fine soil out of the drainage zone. Taller walls get geogrid layers that tie the wall into the hillside behind it.
The right block. We help you choose between segmental concrete block, natural stone and armour rock based on height, load and the look of your home.
Permits handled. In many Lower Mainland cities, walls over about 1.2 m (4 ft) need an engineer's design. We check your city's rules and coordinate the engineering when it's required.

Section view, simplified. Engineered walls follow the engineer's drawings.

Base depth is set by your soil and what will sit on the patio.

02 · OUTDOOR LIVING

Custom Stone Patios

The stone is the part you see. The base is the part that decides whether it stays flat for twenty years or heaves after two winters.

Sub-base preparation. We dig out organic topsoil, lay geotextile on firm subgrade, then place crushed gravel in thin layers and compact each one, rather than dumping it all at once.
Precise leveling. Every patio is graded to shed water away from your foundation, with a fall too slight to notice underfoot. We check it with a laser level, not by eye.
Natural stone vs. pavers. Natural stone such as flamed granite or flagstone has unmatched character and ages beautifully. Concrete pavers are more uniform and cost less. We'll show you samples of both and price each option.
Locked edges. Concealed edge restraints and polymeric or mortar joints keep the stones from creeping apart over time.

03 · INTERIOR & EXTERIOR

Elegant Stone Veneer

Stone veneer gives a fireplace, entry or feature wall the presence of solid stone, without the weight. Done well, nobody can tell where it ends.

Indoor fireplaces. Floor-to-ceiling surrounds, hearths and mantels, installed over cement board with the clearances your fireplace manufacturer requires.
Home exteriors. Wainscots, columns and entry walls built over a moisture barrier, metal lath and scratch coat, with a weep screed at the base so water can drain out instead of rotting the wall behind.
Seamless corners. We use L-shaped corner stones, alternating long and short legs, so every outside corner looks like a solid block. No cut edges on display.
Accent walls. Ledgestone, stacked stone and fieldstone feature walls, laid out dry on the floor first so colour and size are balanced before a single stone goes up.

Exterior assembly shown. Interior work goes over cement board.

ONE CREW, THE WHOLE YARD

Stone is our specialty. The rest of your yard is covered too.

Building a wall and want new planting beside it? Redoing the patio and the lawn needs work? You don't have to find and schedule three different contractors. One crew, one estimate, one person to call.

Quote my whole project

Gardens & planting

Trees, shrubs, garden beds and borders.

Lawn & sod

New sod, lawn repair and grading.

Hedges

Planting, shaping and trimming.

Fences & railings

Privacy fences, gates and railings.

Wood decks

Built to code, sized to your space.

Stairs & steps

Stone, concrete and brick steps.

Brick & stone cladding

Exterior walls, pillars and columns.

Concrete & foundations

Footings, pads and foundation work.

WHO WE ARE

Decades of experience in stone and brick

Our team has spent decades laying stone, brick and concrete for homes across the Lower Mainland. Every job comes with a clear promise: a written, line-item price before we start, and a site left clean every day.

Decades of craftsmanship. Upfront pricing on every job.

THE TRUST FACTOR

Our 4-step process, with no surprises

You'll know the price, the plan and the schedule before we break ground.

01
Free On-Site Consultation

We walk the site with you, measure, check drainage and soil, and talk through stone options and your budget.
02
Transparent Line-Item Estimate

A written estimate that breaks out excavation, base, drainage, materials and labour. The price we quote is the price you pay, unless you change the scope.
03
Precision Construction & Site Clean-Up

We protect your lawn and driveway, keep a tidy site every day, and haul away all debris and spoil when we're done.
04
Final Walkthrough Inspection

We inspect the finished work together, checking level, joints, drainage and clean-up. The job is done when you're satisfied.

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No obligation, no pressure.

SERVICE AREA

Serving the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley

Based in Richmond, we build retaining walls, patios, stone veneer and complete yards from Vancouver out to Chilliwack, and on Vancouver Island by request.

LOWER MAINLAND

Richmond
Vancouver
Burnaby
New Westminster
North Shore
Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam
Port Moody
Delta
Surrey
White Rock
Langley
Maple Ridge
Pitt Meadows

FRASER VALLEY

Abbotsford
Mission
Chilliwack
Agassiz
Harrison

VANCOUVER ISLAND

We take on selected projects on Vancouver Island. We don't cover the whole island, so please ask before booking.

Not on the list? Ask us. If you're within driving distance, we'll likely come.

QUESTIONS

Common questions

What affects the cost of a retaining wall or patio?+

Size, height, access for equipment, how much soil has to be removed, drainage needs and the stone you choose. Your estimate lists each of these as its own line so you can see where the money goes.

Do I need a permit for a retaining wall in Richmond?+

It depends on the height and where the wall sits on your property. Taller walls generally need an engineer's design and a building permit. We confirm the requirements with the city during your consultation and coordinate the engineering if it's needed.

Natural stone or pavers for my patio?+

Natural stone has more character and a longer life, and costs more. Pavers are consistent, budget-friendly and easy to repair. We price both on your estimate so you can compare side by side.

Do you also do gardens, lawns, fences and decks?+

Yes. Stonework is our specialty, but the same crew handles planting, sod, hedges, fences, decks and stairs, so your whole yard can be done under one estimate.

How far do you travel?+

We work across the Lower Mainland and the Fraser Valley, from Vancouver and the North Shore out to Abbotsford, Mission and Chilliwack. We also take on selected projects on Vancouver Island. We don't cover the whole island, so please ask us first.

Can stone veneer go on my existing fireplace?+

Usually, yes. We check the surface and your fireplace's clearance requirements during the consultation, then install over cement board so the stone is properly supported.

FREE ESTIMATE

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Tell us about your project and we'll call you to book a free on-site consultation.

CALL778-697-2468 TEXTText us photosof your yard or wall for a faster quote EMAILstonegrovevancouver@gmail.com

Mandarin spoken · 我们讲普通话

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