Timber Retaining Walls in Erie, PA
Stubenhofer Landscaping designs and installs timber retaining walls in Erie, PA, to retain hillsides, gardens, and other landscaping features at residential and commercial properties. While simple in premise, timber retaining walls require a careful understanding of applied forces and water runoff to ensure long-term stability.
Timber retaining walls are a natural and attractive solution for managing sloped landscapes, and Stubenhofer Landscaping specializes in designing and building custom timber retaining walls that enhance both function and aesthetics. Whether you're dealing with unwanted erosion, protecting patios or driveways, or adding some additional structure to your yard, our team crafts durable timber retaining walls that blend seamlessly into any outdoor environment and withstand the challenging seasonal weather fluctuations of the Erie area.
At Stubenhofer Landscaping, we use pressure-treated or hardwood timbers selected for strength and longevity. Our expert installers ensure each wall is built to withstand weather, soil pressure, and the challenges of frozen winters and spring thaws, providing structural integrity, added value, and visual appeal for years to come. Timber retaining walls are a cost-effective choice compared to stone or concrete retaining walls, and they add a warm, rustic charm ideal for both modern and traditional landscape designs.
From small garden borders to multi-tiered retaining systems around entry steps or patios, Stubenhofer Landscaping tailors each retaining wall project to your property’s specific design requests, timelines, and budgets. We work closely wth our customers to create practical and beautiful retaining wall solutions that improve drainage, prevent erosion, and expand usable yard space.
If you're ready to enhance your landscape with a durable, natural-looking timber retaining wall, trust the experience and craftsmanship of Stubenhofer Landscaping. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and transform your outdoor space.

Below are a selection of examples of how Stubenhofer Landscaping can transform gardens with a combination of great garden design, quality garden landscaping and skilled workmanship.

Treated Timber Retaining Walls
A leaning post and board retaining wall around a hot tub was removed. The existing bank was excavated to more than double the useable flat area leading to the hot tub. A treated timber retaining wall was installed and the existing plants were replanted behind the new retaining wall. The access area to the hot tub was prepared and paved with paving bricks matching the pavers around the hot tub.


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Around the Pool
This timber retaining wall, steps and railing were constructed to provide a larger patio around an existing pool.



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The treated timber retaining wall was constructed to replace a concrete block retaining wall. The new wall includes steps with paving brick treads and drainage at the steps.

Timber Retaining Wall...
was constructed to provide a parking area along the driveway. Railings were installed around the parking area and steps and mid-level deck were constructed to provide access to the lower level


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An existing railroad tie retaining wall and several trees were removed and replaced with a 6 x 6 treated timber retaining wall.


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A decaying landscape timber retaining wall was replaced with a 6x6 treated timber retaining wall. The most challenging part of this job was following the curve at the end of the wall.