07/17/2026
Not every project is about making a property look better.
Sometimes it’s about fixing what was built wrong in the first place.
This home had an outdated landscape in the front, but the biggest issue was hidden in the backyard. A retaining wall that had been installed years ago was failing, allowing erosion around the pool because it wasn’t built with proper drainage.
We removed the failing wall, corrected the grade, installed the proper drainage system behind the wall, and rebuilt it the right way to protect the pool area for years to come.
While we were there, we completely transformed the front of the home by removing the overgrown landscape and creating a clean, timeless design featuring:
• Custom retaining wall
• New ornamental trees and shrubs
• Fresh premium mulch
• Complete hydroseed lawn renovation
• New backyard retaining wall with proper drainage
• Grading improvements to help control erosion
The lawn is just getting started and will continue to fill in over the next several weeks, but the transformation already speaks for itself.
At Mathews Family Landscaping & Concrete, we don’t just install landscapes—we solve problems. Every retaining wall, drainage system, and landscape is built with long-term performance in mind so our customers can enjoy their investment for years to come.
If you’re dealing with a failing retaining wall, drainage issues, or landscaping that no longer complements your home, we’d love the opportunity to help.
Call today for a free estimate.
Mathews Family Landscaping & Concrete
Downriver & Southeast Michigan
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