HELLO EVERYONE
As the owner of Porter Tuckpointing, I’ve had the privilege of working on countless beautiful properties all over our city. I remember a project a few years back for a family in Lafayette Square. They had this gorgeous, historic home, but their garden felt disconnected, sloping awkwardly towards the alley. They dreamed of a classic brick garden wall that would not only define the space but also feel like it had always been there, a true extension of their home’s character. We worked with them to design and build a serpentine wall using reclaimed St. Louis brick, creating elegant planting beds and a level, inviting patio space. Seeing their faces light up as they imagined summer evenings spent in their new outdoor haven—that’s why we do what we do. A well-crafted garden wall does more than just hold back soil; it creates a sanctuary, adds immense curb appeal, and solves practical landscape challenges. If your yard lacks definition or usability, a professional Garden Wall Installation in Saint Louis is the solution to unlocking its true potential and creating an outdoor space you’ll love for a lifetime.
From the rolling hills of West County to the compact city gardens in Tower Grove South, a custom garden wall transforms your landscape. It provides structure, privacy, and a stunning backdrop for your plantings. At Porter Tuckpointing, we combine old-world craftsmanship with a deep understanding of St. Louis’s unique terrain and architectural heritage to build garden walls that are as durable as they are beautiful.
We offer a complete suite of services to bring your vision for the perfect garden wall to life. Our process is tailored to your property, aesthetic goals, and functional needs, ensuring a result that blends seamlessly with your home and landscape.
Every great garden wall starts with a thoughtful design. Our award-winning design and build process begins with an in-depth consultation at your St. Louis home. We don’t just measure the space; we listen to your ideas, understand how you want to use your yard, and assess the unique character of your property. Whether you own a Tudor in Webster Groves that calls for a stately stone wall or a tidy bungalow in St. Charles needing a charming brick border, our team has the hyper-local expertise to create a design that feels just right. We’ll guide you through material selection, from locally sourced brick that matches your home’s existing masonry to a variety of natural stones that suit the Missouri landscape. We create detailed plans that balance aesthetic appeal with structural integrity, ensuring your new wall is a beautiful and permanent addition to your property.
Building a garden wall in St. Louis requires specific expertise. Our dramatic freeze-thaw cycles can wreak havoc on improperly constructed masonry. That’s why our construction process is founded on principles of durability and longevity. For retaining walls, we go beyond simple aesthetics to engineer a structure that can safely withstand immense soil and water pressure, incorporating proper footings and drainage systems to prevent failure.1 Freestanding decorative walls are built with the same attention to detail, ensuring they stand straight and true for generations. Our masons are masters of their craft, skilled in both traditional mortared techniques and the intricate art of dry-stacking. This commitment to quality is why we can confidently offer our Lifetime Craftsmanship Guarantee—we build walls designed to endure everything the St. Louis weather throws at them.
St. Louis is a city defined by its historic brick and stone architecture. In neighborhoods like Soulard, Benton Park, and the Central West End, aging garden walls are an integral part of the streetscape. When these walls begin to fail, a generic repair can diminish the property’s character and value. This is where our specialization in historic restoration truly shines. We take a preservationist approach to garden wall repair, meticulously sourcing period-appropriate brick or stone and custom-blending our mortar to match the original color, texture, and composition. Our goal is to make our repairs invisible, strengthening the wall’s structure while preserving its authentic historical charm. Entrusting your historic property to our team means ensuring its legacy is protected with the utmost care and expertise.
For years, we have been the trusted masonry contractor for homeowners across the St. Louis region. Our reputation is built on a foundation of trust, quality, and an unmatched understanding of local homes.
Are you ready to transform your outdoor space with a beautiful, durable, and professionally installed garden wall? Don’t let an unusable slope or an undefined yard keep you from enjoying your property to the fullest. The team at Porter Tuckpointing is here to help you create the outdoor sanctuary you’ve always wanted.
We are proud to offer our expert garden wall installation services to homeowners throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area, including Clayton, Ladue, Webster Groves, Kirkwood, and beyond. Contact us today to schedule your no-obligation consultation and receive a free, detailed estimate for your project. Let us show you how our commitment to quality craftsmanship and our lifetime guarantee can bring lasting value and beauty to your St. Louis home.
1 Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. (2023). Retaining wall. Retrieved from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retaining_wall