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Stacked Stone Walls

Are you looking to add a timeless, rugged aesthetic to your landscape or property in Pasadena? Stacked stone walls bring together old-world charm and modern design flexibility. You can use it for retaining purposes or purely decorative appeal. These dry-stacked or mortared stone walls improve your curb appeal, add definition to your spaces, and offer unmatched natural beauty.

About the Material

Stacked stone walls are built using individual stone pieces. They are either dry-laid (without mortar) or set in mortar, to form vertical structures. These walls are often constructed using natural stone like granite, slate, sandstone, or fieldstone. Their appeal lies in their rustic texture, natural color variation, and enduring strength.

A stacked stone garden wall in Pasadena

Dry-stacked walls offer a more organic, rustic look and flexibility with drainage. Mortared versions provide extra stability, especially for taller or load-bearing walls.

Our Services

Retaining Walls

Hold back soil, manage slopes, or create multi-level landscaping with structurally sound, naturally beautiful walls.

Garden & Planter Borders

Add elegance and definition to flower beds or raised garden features using neatly stacked stone.

Property Dividers & Boundary Walls

Clearly mark spaces or sections of your landscape with stylish, long-lasting stonework.

Freestanding Decorative Walls

Create visual interest with short accent walls around patios, pools, or entryways.

Seating & Fire Pit Walls

Combine form and function with low-profile stacked stone walls that double as seating.

Restoration & Repointing

We restore loose or weathered stacked stone structures and reinforce them for long-term stability.

Finished stacked stone retaining wall with landscaping

The Advantages of Stacked Stone Walls

  • Natural Beauty – The texture, color variation, and aged look of stone creates unmatched character.
  • Durability & Longevity – Properly installed stacked stone can last for decades with minimal maintenance.
  • Excellent Drainage – Water flows freely through dry-stacked structures, reducing pressure and chances of damage.
  • Customizable Design – You can choose your stone type, height, layout pattern, and finish to perfectly match your space.

Stacked stone wall in Pasadena backyard

Our Installation Process

Consultation & Planning

We discuss your goals and based on that, help you choose the ideal stone and layout.

Site Excavation & Base Preparation

A trench is dug and a compacted gravel base is laid  to support the wall’s weight and improve drainage.

Stone Stacking & Alignment

Stones are carefully placed by hand for a tight, stable, and visually appealing build.

Finishing Touches

Capstones are added if needed, and the site is cleaned. The team inspects the wall for proper structure and flow.

Optional Sealing

Depending on the stone type and exposure, we may recommend sealing for extra weather resistance.

FAQ

Do stacked stone walls need mortar to last?

Not necessarily. Dry-stacked walls are built for drainage and flexibility. For taller or load-bearing walls, we may recommend a mortared solution for added strength.

Common choices are limestone, granite, slate, sandstone, and fieldstone—each offering unique textures and colors.

When installed properly, these walls can easily last 50 to 100 years or more. Regular inspection and occasional maintenance help ensure longevity.

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