Thursday, May 29, 2014

Flagstone Patio Design Atlanta


Flagstone Patio Design Atlanta 

            Flagstone patio design, Atlanta, premier landscape and hardscape outdoor flagstone design by ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape, top quality flagstone patio design contractor in Atlanta. Flagstone patio design is one of our many Atlanta outdoor specialties. Flagstone can be used for a multitude of landscape and hardscape outdoor home projects and solutions. We realize that the design and creation of a new or replacement flagstone, stonework, or stone masonry patio can be confusing to most potential clients. Our foremost job is to educate our clients of not only the many facets within the construction of your new flagstone patio design that we handle, but exactly what is involved with each facet of the design and construction of your new masonry patio. We can help you select the material and design of, in this case, your new flagstone patio, along with its application. Our many, many years of experience creating flagstone patio design for Atlanta homes with our own hands, creates a trust between you, the client, and us, the contractor.
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Atlanta Flagstone Patio Design 

 Atlanta flagstone patio design at its best! In Atlanta, our flagstone patio design projects have been consistently voted in as top quality by all of our Atlanta, Georgia, North Atlanta, Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy SpringsMarietta, Alpharetta, Milton, Cumming, Woodstock, Johns Creek, Duluth, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Virginia Highlands, Vinings, Morningside, Lenox, Chastain, and Smyrna, GA clients. The Atlanta flagstone patio design that we can create for your outdoor landscape and hardscape outdoor living spaces will serve you in beauty, design and function for years to come. Atlanta flagstone patio design is where our artistry in design meets with our mastery of technique and quality in construction. We truly are masters of the work that we do and our finished Atlanta flagstone patio design projects speak for themselves.


Atlanta Patio Design Flagstone 

Atlanta is the perfect place to implement patio design utilizing the beauty of flagstone. Atlanta patio design using flagstone is an art form and our company is a master of it. Atlanta patio design using flagstone utilizes all of the years of dedication needed to become a Mason and even more-so a master Mason and truly showcases our abilities in the construction of flagstone patios as well as in all other areas of stone masonry and stonework. We have had countless remarks and compliments revolving around the obvious artistic and professional abilities as a company of Master tradesmen. From Atlanta patio design using flagstone, other types of masonry patios, stone outdoor kitchens, stone outdoor and indoor fireplaces and chimneys, stone retaining and decorative walls, stone columns and pool decks... the list is quite long as to the many types of projects, designs and materials that we bring together for the total turnkey Atlanta patio design, flagstone, stonework, masonry, hardscape, landscape, or home renovation projects that you desire.
Located in Atlanta, we as a company can help you with patio design in flagstone and select all the elements for your new flagstone patio design based on your individual needs. We specialize in offering flagstone as well as all other types of materials for your new masonry patio design. How large would you like your flagstone patio design to be? What materials would you like to use to construct your flagstone patio? How would you like to incorporate the artistry of our tradesmen into the functionality of your new flagstone patio design? We can help you answer these and many other questions concerning your Atlanta flagstone patio design needs.
It is important to consider the long term practically and maintenance of the patio materials you select carefully...
When you are choosing the material to use as a foundation for your new outdoor patio design, it is important to think about the long-term practicality of the material you choose before you make a final decision. Here are a list of flagstone patio design advantages and challenges to showcase some of your options when it comes to selecting flagstone as your Atlanta home’s patio landscape and hardscape material of choice:
Ø Attractiveness
 Flagstone is an extremely attractive material. Homeowners generally want their home to stand out from the rest. Using flagstone in landscape and hardscape projects provides a way to achieve that goal. Flagstone is more aesthetically pleasing than artificial or synthetic materials like bricks or pavers. For example, flagstones have unique patterns that provide an antique and elegant look to patios, pathways or fireplaces. Thus, no two flagstone projects look alike because their stones don't contain the same shapes or markings. Another advantage to flagstone involves imagination. Using flagstone allows you to pick from a variety of color combinations to achieve an even more distinctive look for your Atlanta home’s landscape and hardscape design projects.
Ø Flagstone is extremely durable
Flagstone is an extremely durable, tough material. A project designed with flagstone typically won't corrode even when exposed to harsh hot Atlanta weather and freeze/thaw conditions. It has been reported that flagstones can last for at least 50 years. Another advantage to incorporating flagstone into your hardscape and landscape design involves suitability. Besides being extremely durable, flagstone is suitable to use for most outdoor hardscape and landscape protects because it can provide traction in wet weather. Thus, flagstone can protect you from possibly slipping on your patio or walkway.
Ø Uneven Surfaces
 The most common problem with utilizing flagstone involves creating an even surface when preparing for installation. Flagstones are available in different sizes. Also, flagstones range in thickness starting at an inch thick. When constructing a flagstone patio design project where you're using different sizes of flagstones, you must make sure to prepare the surface properly. A surface must be provided that fits the size and thickness of the flagstones so they settle evenly. Shortcuts should not be used such as cutting thicker flagstones into a thinner size. Besides ruining the character of the flagstones, cutting could then make them susceptible to breakage.
Ø Flagstone Installation
 Flagstone patio design and other projects installed by Arnold Masonry and Concrete will be a wonderful asset to your home’s landscape and hardscape. To enjoy the advantages of flagstone requires proper installation. Installing flagstone involves the knowledge of a number of stages such as making sure the ground is stable or determining whether sand or gravel is needed for its foundation. Eliminating any steps, such as not using a proper bed of gravel, could cause the flagstones to become unstable over time. Also, when any damage to one of the flagstones occurs, then all of the flagstones are compromised and must be removed, so proper installation is paramount to long term outdoor enjoyment.
Choices! Choices! Choices! It's all up to you...
Flagstone is an excellent choice to be used for your patio. In addition, you can even use a combination of flagstone and other different types of patio materials to make your patio unique and comfortable.
You also have to consider the drainage properties of each material. For instance, using individual stones such as flagstone, bricks, or pavers will let water run through more easily than a whole slab of concrete.
Choosing a patio material such as flagstone will be an added investment to your patio and your environment...
Please remember that your outdoor patio is an investment so an up-front higher cost can actually be a better expense in the long term. No matter what patio material you choose, make sure it’s easy to clean and maintain so that it will stand up well to the climate that you live in. In any case, it is always best to seek professional assistance and advise when selecting flagstone or any other materials for patio, landscape or hardscape design.
Why ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape for Outdoor Stone Fireplaces in Atlanta?
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape provides creative Flagstone Patio Design, Masonry Designs, Quality Stone Craftsmanship & Excellent Service.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is a premier Atlanta licensed home remodeling firm bringing you an experienced team to design and build your next project. We are unique for a number of reasons.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is a turnkey flagstone patio design solution. As a Design/Build firm, ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is responsible for your complete satisfaction including the creative design, budgeting and quality flagstone patio design and any other home landscape and hardscape projects. We strive to match the aesthetics of your house while bringing your project in on budget and on time. We assume complete responsibility for your entire project. This means peace of mind for you, the client.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape helps you control your BUDGET. We understand keeping costs down is a priority for most people. That is why we present budgets and plan your project together with you every step of the way. We bid out every project to remain competitive and relevant. We can and will help you get the most for your money.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape offers a Full Service Selection of custom design options to assist you in your selections for jobs, small and large alike. Staffed by our knowledgeable professionals, as a company we offer a full selection textured surfaces such as stone, brick or stucco, or using any other combination thereof.
Ø There is NO DELAY between design and construction. We are prepared to begin your construction as soon as you are comfortable with the design and the budget. You don’t have to wait for a lengthy bid process that could delay construction by several months.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is committed to your SATISFACTION as well as to our own HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS. We will make sure the job is completed on time and at or under budget. Our company’s level of success can only be achieved by providing quality services at a good value.
Ø Arnold Masonry and Landscape has weighed in as a premier flagstone patio design and construction firm in Atlanta. Arnold Masonry and Landscape has been featured within nationwide magazines as well as venues such as "The Garden and Patio Show" and has been a member of Dunn and Bradstreet since 1985. We are a fully licensed company, with $4,000,000.00 in liability insurance, and full worker's compensation.
Ø We are a licensed contractor and have active memberships in local and national professional associations, including the Building Trades Association/Top 5 star rated Hardscape pick-Atlanta HOMESERVICES REVIEW/ NARI, National Association of the Remodeling Industry (to name a few).These memberships keep our firm's employees on the leading edge of information, training, and trends for our customers.
Ø Better Business Bureau A+ rating! ANGIE'S LIST 2011 and 2013 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!
When looking for a flagstone patio design contractor in Atlanta, trust in ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape as well as for all of your home renovation, stone masonry and stonework needs and all other forms of pool deck, outdoor kitchen construction, stone patios, Atlanta masonry, Atlanta hardscape, and Atlanta landscape. Mr. Arnold is an Atlanta Master Mason of over 26 years and along with his crews of Master Masons offers you the superior and premier art of stonework, stone masonry and all forms of masonry skill and knowledge necessary to provide you with the best outdoor flagstone patio design results, hands down!
Ready to get started?
Contact us today for a consultation @770.345.2686, or fill out a project worksheet.
ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape, your premier provider of Atlanta flagstone patio design, Atlanta hardscape, Atlanta landscape, Atlanta fireplace, Atlanta stonework and Atlanta home renovation contractor firm 770.345.2686

Friday, May 23, 2014

Atlanta Outdoor Fireplaces


Atlanta Outdoor Fireplaces 

Atlanta outdoor fireplaces are the perfect addition to any landscape or hardscape design. Atlanta outdoor patios are the ideal place to have outdoor fireplaces installed by ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete, premier outdoor fireplace design contractor for Atlanta, Georgia, North Atlanta, Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Alpharetta, Milton, Cumming, Woodstock, Johns Creek, Duluth, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Virginia Highlands, Vinings, Morningside, Lenox, Chastain, and Smyrna, GA clients.  Atlanta outdoor fireplaces are one of our companies design and construction specialties and one of the most desired additions to any outdoor living space today. We realize that decisions and information regarding new or replacement Atlanta outdoor fireplaces can be confusing to most potential clients. Our foremost job is to educate our clients not only as to the many facets within the Atlanta construction of outdoor fireplaces that we handle, but exactly what is involved within each facet of the design and construction of outdoor fireplaces for your home. We can help you select the material and design of, in this case, your new or replacement Atlanta outdoor fireplaces, along with their application. Our many, many years of Atlanta experience creating outdoor stone fireplaces with our own hands, creates a trust between you, the client, and us, the contractor. Contact us today for a consultation @770.345.2686
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Outdoor Fireplaces Atlanta 

Outdoor fireplaces for Atlanta outdoor patio and outdoor living rooms have been consistently voted as one of the most desired additions to outdoor living spaces by many of our Atlanta, Georgia, North Atlanta, Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Alpharetta, Milton, Cumming, Woodstock, Johns Creek, Duluth, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Virginia Highlands, Vinings, Morningside, Lenox, Chastain, and Smyrna, GA clients. Outdoor fireplaces that we can design and create for your Atlanta home will serve you in beauty, design, function and even romance for years to come. Outdoor fireplaces for Atlanta outdoor living spaces are where our creative stone artistry meets with our mastery of technique and quality in construction. We truly are masters of the work that we do and our finished outdoor fireplaces for Atlanta homes speak for themselves.

Outdoor Stone Fireplaces Atlanta 

Creating outdoor stone fireplaces for Atlanta homes truly is an art form. There is nothing as gorgeous as well-constructed and beautiful outdoor stone fireplaces to add a finishing touch to an Atlanta home’s landscape and hardscape design. The years of dedication needed to become a mason and even more-so a master mason proves our abilities in creating outdoor stone fireplaces as well as in all other arenas of masonry and stone masonry here in Atlanta. We have had countless remarks and compliments revolving around the obvious artistic and professional abilities we possess as a company of master tradesmen. From outdoor stone fireplaces, masonry outdoor patios, stone outdoor kitchens, stone outdoor and indoor fireplaces and chimneys, stone retaining and decorative walls, stone columns and pool decks...the list is quite long as to the many types of projects, designs and materials that we can bring together for any total turnkey stonework, masonry, hardscape, landscape, or Atlanta home renovation project that you desire.
We can help you design and select all the elements for your new outdoor stone fireplaces based on your individual needs for your home here in Atlanta. We specialize in offering all types of materials for outdoor stone fireplaces for Atlanta landscape design. How large would you like your outdoor stone fireplaces to be? What materials would you like us to use to construct your outdoor stone fireplaces? How would you like to incorporate the artistry of our tradesmen into the functionality of the outdoor stone fireplaces for your Atlanta home? We can help you answer these and many other questions concerning outdoor stone fireplaces for your Atlanta home’s landscape, hardscape and outdoor living spaces.
The following are a list of things to consider when thinking about what type of outdoor stone fireplaces you might desire for your Atlanta home:
Ø What are some of the outdoor stone fireplaces design options available for Atlanta backyard fireplaces?
Ø What would be some of the best placement options for outdoor stone fireplaces in your outdoor living design?
Ø Size and material requirements for outdoor stone fireplaces
Ø Fireplace seating to optimize the comfort and enjoyment of your outdoor stone fireplaces
Ø Outdoor stone fireplaces options and features
Ø Outdoor stone Firepits vs. outdoor stone fireplaces
Ø What outdoor stone fireplaces facings and materials do I have to choose from?
  • Brick
  • Stone
  • Stucco
  • Concrete
What are some of the different outdoor stone fireplaces types I have to choose from?
  • Custom designs
  • Fireplace kits
  • Prefab fireplace units
What are some of the different components that go into outdoor stone fireplaces construction?
  • Structural components
  • Fuel options

Installed for their warmth as well as their ambiance, outdoor stone fireplaces for your Atlanta home can transform your backyard into a cozy outdoor living room where people can gather and relax even when there's a chill in the air. For outliving spaces, outdoor stone fireplaces often become a decorative design anchor and tend to be where furniture and other elements of the outdoor living space are centered, and where people choose to gather.
Outdoor stone fireplaces for your Atlanta home can come in a variety of styles and finishes. Choosing the right outdoor stone fireplaces for your Atlanta hardscape, landscape and outdoor living room can be overwhelming, considering all of the options in design, size and type. It will become easier to narrow down which outdoor stone fireplace design is right for your space after you think about the various features of each type. Keep in mind that the outdoor stone fireplaces material you choose needs to resistant to exposure from Atlanta weather and be able to withstand extremely high temperatures. It is also beneficial to select outdoor stone fireplaces facings that are easy to clean, so soot and ashes can simply be hosed off.
The following is a list of some additional things to research, consider and discuss before selecting and finalizing the outdoor stone fireplaces design for your Atlanta home. The following considerations are things that we as professional outdoor stone fireplaces design contractors in Atlanta can help you decide:
Ø Which of the most popular fireplace styles are you interested in?
  • Southwestern
  • Mediterranean
  • Modern
  • Traditional
We as outdoor stone fireplaces professionals can discuss with you in depth the design characteristics of each type.
Ø How to select the best location for outdoor stone fireplaces, considering such factors as space availability, local building codes, privacy and wind direction.
Ø How will your local zoning regulations dictate the location and chimney height of your outdoor stone fireplaces design?
Ø How to decide on the best size for outdoor stone fireplaces based on the scale of your yard, your entertaining needs, and the amount of heat your outdoor stone fireplaces will be expected to provide.
Ø Seating design for enjoying your outdoor stone fireplace, including movable patio furniture and permanent built-in seating options.
Ø Various design options for outdoor stone fireplaces, including mantels, hearths, lighting, and built-in wood storage.
Ø The difference between outdoor stone firepits and outdoor stone fireplaces and how to choose the best outdoor fire features for each based on your outdoor living, hardscape and landscape needs.
Ø The pros and cons of the most popular outdoor stone fireplace facing materials, including brick, veneer, stone, stucco and decorative concrete.
Ø The design options and cost ranges for custom-built outdoor stone fireplaces.
Ø The three main structural components of an outdoor stone fireplace and the basic design and construction requirements for each.
Ø The main factors to consider when choosing a base for outdoor stone fireplaces, including your soil type, freeze-thaw conditions and the weight of the fireplace.
Ø The pros and cons of wood burning vs. gas-fueled outdoor stone fireplaces.
Ø Typical chimney and vent requirements for wood-burning outdoor stone fireplaces.
Because of safety issues, outdoor stone fireplaces should ONLY be installed by professionals such as our company and MUST be built according to your local Atlanta building regulations.
Why ARNOLD Masonry and Landscapee for Outdoor Stone Fireplaces in Atlanta?
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape provides Creative Masonry Designs, Quality Stone Craftsmanship & Excellent Service
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is a premier Atlanta licensed home remodeling firm bringing you an experienced team to design and build your next project. We are unique for a number of reasons.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is a turnkey outdoor stone fireplaces solution. As a Design/Build firm, ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is responsible for your complete satisfaction including the creative design, budgeting and quality outdoor stone fireplaces remodeling construction. We strive to match the aesthetics of your house while bringing your project in on budget and on time. We provide complete responsibility for your entire project. This means peace of mind for you, the client.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape helps you control your BUDGET. We understand keeping costs down is a priority for most people. That is why we present budgets and plan your project together with you every step of the way. We bid out every project to remain competitive and relevant. We can and will help you get the most for your money.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape offers a Full Service Selection of custom design options to assist you in your selections for jobs, small and large alike. Staffed by our knowledgeable professionals our showroom offers a full selection textured surfaces such as stone, brick or stucco, or using any other combination thereof.
Ø There is NO DELAY between design and construction. We are prepared to begin construction as soon as you are comfortable with the design and the budget. You don’t have to wait for a lengthy bid process that could delay construction by several months.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is committed to your SATISFACTION as well as to our own HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS. We will make sure the job is completed on time and at or under budget. Our company’s level of success can only be achieved by providing quality services at a good value.
Ø Arnold Masonry and Landscape has weighed in as a premier outdoor stone fireplaces construction firm in Atlanta. Arnold Masonry and Landscape has been featured within nationwide magazines as well as venues such as "The Garden and Patio Show" and has been a member of Dunn and Bradstreet since 1985. We are a fully licensed company, with $4,000,000.00 in liability insurance, and full worker's compensation.
Ø We are a licensed contractor and have active memberships in local and national professional associations, including the Building Trades Association/Top 5 star rated Hardscape pick-Atlanta HOMESERVICES REVIEW/ NARI, National Association of the Remodeling Industry (to name a few).These memberships keep our firm's employees on the leading edge of information, training, and trends for our customers.
Ø Better Business Bureau A+ rating! ANGIE'S LIST 2011 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!
When looking for an outdoor stone fireplaces contractor, trust in ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape as well as for all of your home renovation, stone masonry and stonework needs and all other forms of pool deck, outdoor kitchen construction, stone patios, Atlanta masonry, Atlanta hardscape, and Atlanta landscape. Mr. Arnold is an Atlanta Master Mason of over 26 years and along with his crews of Master Masons offers you the superior and premier art of stonework, stone masonry and all forms of masonry skill and knowledge necessary to provide you with the best outdoor stone fireplaces results, hands down!
Ready to get started?
Contact us today for a consultation @770.345.2686, or fill out a project worksheet.
ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape, your premier Atlanta hardscape, Atlanta landscape, Atlanta fireplace, Atlanta stonework and Atlanta home renovation contractor firm770.345.2686

Friday, May 16, 2014

A time lapse video outdoor stone fireplace and chimney project in Atlanta, GA.







Fireplaces and Chimneys are the focal point of your hardscape which produce the WOW effect!
Custom Outdoor and Indoor Fireplaces and Chimneys have been growing in their desire for some time. We at Arnold Masonry and Landscape will design, create and construct your very own outdoor chimney and outdoor fireplace using a variety of materials dependent on your existing hardscape and landscape or a complete new hardscape, stonescape, landscape incorporating a new outdoor chimney and outdoor fireplace into its theme. (Of course we design and construct interior chimneys and fireplaces as well). With the large supply of different types of stone - natural stone or synthetic stone along with brick, stucco, adobe as well as other natural products we will create a custom design and install for you, our Atlanta client. A wonderful and enjoyable addition to your outdoor living , allow Arnold Masonry and Landscape  to provide you with a turnkey (all inclusive) quotation for the best in custom outdoor chimneys and fireplaces.
CONTACT US! 770.345.2686

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR BACKYARD


WHAT TO DO WITH YOUR BACKYARD

Have you ever looked at your backyard and thought there were more possibilities? Have you wanted to create that outdoor living space of your dreams into reality? ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape is here to help! With the owner and CEO of the Company being a Master Mason  and a Master Horticulturist as our Head of Landscape, we are more than capable of bringing your backyard and outdoor living to life! Anything is possible, just review our website and many social media links to see a sampling of our creations
To begin with we'd enjoy educating you about the different terms that sometimes get confusing. “Landscape” and “Hardscape”. Understanding these basic terms will also help you in choosing the right type of Company for the specific type of project you are seeking to create.

Landscape

                I bet you have called a sole Landscape Company to give you a price for a stone patio or a fireplace, etc.. Well, that patio or fireplace isn’t “landscaping”. Landscape is anything to do with living     (animate) things. Some examples would be sod, bushes, flowers,trees, etc. These are landscape items. This would be called "landscaping".

Here is a sample of a landscape project-

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Hardscape

                Hardscape is a term most people are not familiar with. It’s the “scaping” of your property with non-living (inanimate) things. Some examples would be with the use of masonry materials such as stone, brick, and concrete. If you have a patio in your backyard or a walkway, a fireplace, pool, water feature, etc.. These are all hardscape items.This would be called "hardscaping".

Here is an example of a hardscape project ( with some minor landscape surrounding it)-

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Landscape versus Hardscape

                So, in short, think of it this way. Landscape is anything living or animate and Hardscape is anything non-living or inanimate. It's important to understand these definitions in order to choose the correct type of Company to handle your project especially when you are seeking masonry and hardscape. Think of it this way - you don’t go to a butcher shop to purchase vegetables. With ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape, we ARE the butcher shop ( with veggies on the side ;) ).
Review our site and many social links as well as review links and sites. CONTACT US so that we can bring your backyard oasis or custom interiors to fruition!  770.345.2686

Monday, May 12, 2014

Retaining Walls Atlanta, GA

Retaining Walls Atlanta, GA

Retaining walls Atlanta, built by ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape, are some of the most practical and useful landscape features you can add to your home today. Retaining walls for your Atlanta home built by premier stone wall contractor ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape can be a welcome addition to any home’s landscape and hardscape design. Incorporating retaining walls into your Atlanta home’s landscape and hardscape design is one of our top contractor specialties for adding design and dimension to your home's outdoor spaces. We are a stone wall contractor in Atlanta that can design and create retaining walls for you that will put you at the forefront of one of the hottest new home landscape and hardscape design trends in Atlanta. Retaining walls perfectly executed by us as a contractor can add lasting beauty to your Atlanta home's landscape and hardscape designs by using textured surfaces such as stone, brick or stucco, or by using any combination thereof. Retaining walls in landscape design are one of the most visually pleasing landscape and hardscape additions you can add to your Atlanta home’s outdoor design. Retaining walls built of stone and combinations of other materials, such as wood, brick or stucco, can visually enhance the beauty of your Atlanta home's landscape and hardscape design. When designing any new  retaining wall project, our foremost job as a contractor is to educate our Atlanta clients not only as to the many facets within the construction of their home's new retaining walls projects and renovations, but also about what is involved with each facet of the design and installation of new stone, masonry, brick, wood or stucco retaining walls for your Atlanta home. We can help you select the material, in this case, stone, brick, wood, or stucco, along with designing and building the perfect retaining walls to accommodate your home's outdoor landscape and hardscape design. Our many, many years of experience as a retaining walls contractor creating stonework projects in Atlanta, Georgia with our own hands, creates a trust between you, the client, and us, the contractor. Contact us today for a consultation @770.345.2686

Retaining Walls Contractor Atlanta 

            Retaining walls, as a contractor here in  Atlanta, Georgia are one of our companies many specialties. We are an expert contractor that can design, create and incorporate retaining walls into your Atlanta home's exterior landscape and hardscape design. Retaining walls constructed by a professional contractor is the best way to add the hottest new landscape and hardscape trends to your home in the Atlanta area today. A contractor who deals with constructing retaining walls on a daily basis is the best person to know the best way to implement retaining walls into your landscape and hardscape design in your Atlanta home. A professional contractor such as ourselves can integrate new retaining walls design into your landscape and hardscape projects that are striking, impressive and unique. Designers and homeowners can request fresh new retaining walls design ideas to compliment your Atlanta home. We can integrate mixtures of multiple colors and finishes, and can provide larger retaining walls for specialized outdoor landscape and hardscape project design. As a contractor we can add the beauty of retaining walls to your Atlanta home. Our retaining walls projects in Atlanta and throughout the South have been voted as top notch by all of our Atlanta, Georgia, North Atlanta, Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, Marietta, Alpharetta, Milton, Cumming, Woodstock, Johns Creek, Duluth, Dunwoody, Brookhaven, Virginia Highlands, Vinings, Morningside, Lenox, Chastain, and Smyrna, GA clients. As an expert contractor, we can design and install retaining walls projects for you in the Atlanta area that will serve you in beauty, design and function for many years to come. Stone wall, brick, wood and stucco retaining walls design is where our artistry in design meets with our mastery of technique and quality in our Atlanta area stone retaining walls construction projects. We are a contractor that is a master of the work that we do and our finished retaining walls projects in Atlanta utilizing the beauty of stone and other materials speak for themselves.

Atlanta Retaining Walls 

            There are many factors to consider when hiring an Atlanta retaining walls contractor to complete a project using stone, brick, wood or stucco outside of your home. In Atlanta, as retaining walls design professionals, we understand and use good exterior home landscape and hardscape design principles. As an Atlanta retaining walls contractor we provide our customers with design and construction in retaining walls  that is unique, beautiful and lasting. As an Atlanta retaining walls contractor for more than twenty six years, we can educate you as to the myriad of retaining walls and Masonry options available for any retaining walls projects you may desire for your Atlanta home. There are many types of stone masonry, brick, wood or stucco that can be used for your home's exterior landscape and hardscape retaining walls design, such as natural stone, pavers, brick, wood, concrete and tile. We, as an Atlanta retaining walls contractor can provide you with multiple stone and other material retaining walls options for your environment that speak to your own personality. You can select from many different materials, even different colors, for retaining walls in the different areas of your home's exterior facade, landscape and hardscape design. We can give you a great understanding of the advantages of using stone masonry or other materials for retaining walls outside your Atlanta home and show you examples of the beauty that we as a stone contractor can provide you with creating retaining walls to accent your home's exterior landscape and hardscape designs.
                        The modern contractor of retaining walls masonry undergoes comprehensive training, both in the classroom and in the working environment. Hands-on skills complemented by intimate knowledge of each stone type, its application and best uses, and how to work and fix each stone in place. As master masons, we are skilled and competent to carry out one or all of the various branches of retaining walls masonry. As an Atlanta retaining walls contractor, our skills are both specialized and adaptable towards any  retaining walls masonry project we might encounter.
The term retaining walls encompasses many things. We are a full service turnkey company for providing excellence involving anything having to do with stone or stone masonryretaining walls . The following is just a partial listing of all of the  retaining walls services our company can provide for you as an Atlanta stone retaining walls masonry contractor:
Ø Curved Flagstone Retaining Walls
Curved flagstone retaining walls can be so much more appealing than just a straight wall! Gracefully curved flagstone retaining walls can add a stylish flourish to a backyard patio or landscape design. Circular retaining walls can create a sense of enclosure and privacy even though a retaining wall is low.
Ø Dry-Stacked Stone Retaining Walls
Asian-inspired design can be enhanced with the use of a dry-stacked stone style. A dry-stacked stone wall looks extremely natural. The natural spaces between stones in a dry-stacked retaining wall allow water to drain through, relieving pressure. Another advantage of dry-stacked stone walls is that you can create planting pockets for small rock garden plants such as sedums.
Ø Flagstone Retaining Walls
Slim flagstone stones stacked into low retaining walls make an attractive way to delineate space and add a sense of structure to a backyard landscape. Differences in flagstone thicknesses make it nearly impossible to build flagstone retaining walls  with an exact horizontal top. It's much easier to fit the flagstones without regard to thickness, and then choose flat pieces to create a level top. Low flagstone retaining walls can provide additional outdoor seating or a platform on which to display potted plants.
Ø Loose-Stone Retaining Walls
You can landscape steep slopes with a terrace of loose-stone retaining walls. Sedimentary flat stones, such as ashlar and flagstone, are among the easiest to use when building a wall of this type. Unlike other types of retaining walls, stacked-stone walls don't need drainage systems because water escapes naturally through the cracks between the stones.
Ø Low Stone Retaining Walls
Low stone retaining walls can create a clear barrier along  property lines without blocking the view. low stone retaining walls made of different shapes and sizes of stone add textural visual interest to a home's landscape and hardscape design. These retaining walls can also be topped with pots and containers.
Ø Mortared Fieldstone Retaining Walls
Fieldstone retaining walls make an attractive and natural wall that complements many home styles. Steps can be made from fieldstones and flagstones to compliment the retaining walls design .
Ø Mortared Stone Retaining Walls
Mortared stone retaining walls can be sized to fit any landscape. Sturdy mortared stone retaining walls hold in a natural slope that has been terraced to accommodate planting beds. Stone is an ideal choice for garden retaining walls because it provides sturdy, yet natural-looking building materials.
Ø Retaining Wall Ideas and Designs
There are different applications for retaining walls and the types of materials that you use will depend on the look you are after.  Both stone and masonry products make up a big portion of what is used today, though some wood applications exist, too.  Different retaining walls designs and looks exist that can provide you with a variety of front yard and backyard landscaping ideas.  Wood retaining walls consist of several types.
One is to create a type of ‘panel’ where there is a span of wood – with support posts – holding back the dirt.  In another type of wood wall, the use of railroad ties side-by-side creates the wall.  Railroad ties are a bit more of a dated look and can carry the risk of having the harmful chemicals used to preserve the wood leech into your soil.  If you’re using railroad ties for a raised garden bed or other planter for trees or flowers, this carries the risk of getting into those plants.
Retaining wall ideas need not be limited to these choices, but they do need to support the large mass of dirt, stone, plants and perhaps water, that exists on the other side of that wall.  There’s more to most wall styles than a simple barrier for your mulch from sliding off your yard.
For small yards, using retaining walls to create depth and dimension is what it’s all about.  Tiered retaining wall design influence where the eye is drawn.  Even in a small space, you can use a retaining wall to give you another dimension or height element where there may not have been one before. 
Ø Retaining Walls Construction
Drainage is a big issue for retaining walls.  Not only will your wall be holding up the dirt and matter behind it, but it also needs to be able to drain the water buildup properly.  In some cases, the wall itself may let the water through.  In other cases, like near a driveway, drainage must be built into your design.
Retaining walls for a driveway require proper drainage away from a home or neighbor’s property. You also may need the special permits. Water leakage and drainage problems can be your worst nightmare.  There is an amazing force to water, even when it is “only” a little bit at a time.  Over time, this could lead to large moisture and water problems.
Ø Wood Retaining Walls Design
Wood is one way to build a retaining wall.  If you take great care, it can last for quite some time.  However, wood will break down.  It deteriorates even with the best of care.  It’s an organic material and this is what happens to them.  You can slow the process by using treated lumber and woods that are more resistant to rot, but this can only buy you so much time.  There’s just one problem, wood is so great looking!  You can achieve looks combining wood with stone and masonry products.
Ø Stone Retaining Walls
Stone retaining walls can be made of natural stacked stone, dry stone, mortared and stone facade styles of walls.  The style of stone you choose will depend on your tastes and also the budget you have.  Some natural materials are more costly than others.  Another option is to go for a cultured stone product.  This is the style that is laid on top of some backing – either a moisture-proof plywood or backer board or right on top of  a poured or block concrete wall. 
Ø Poured Concrete Retaining Walls
A poured concrete retaining wall will typically give you a more modern or smooth, finished look – depending on the forms.  Once complete, the concrete forms are removed and you’re left with a relatively smooth finish that can be treated with a variety of applications, like an acid stain or paint.  These types of concrete designs are becoming more and more popular.
Another way is to use more ‘rough’ forms.  With these, the wood may leave a pattern or grain on the concrete as it cures.  Then, when finished, the concrete will retain that pattern.  You cannot achieve this look with a pre-formed concrete retaining wall block.  Similar patterns can be achieved on patio floors.  If traditional patio pavers are not your style, then consider this option to blend in with your wall.
Ø Recycled and Urban Materials Retaining Walls
With trends in home landscaping and hardscape design towards using more sustainable materials, using recycled products make great sense.  You may also opt for steel retaining walls that develop a rusty ‘patina’ as it ages.
Another eco-friendly look is the gabion.  These retaining walls are  made of river rock that is enclosed in a metal cage.  The same great urban look can be achieved by using steel that is not galvanized, so it will be allowed to rust.  These retaining walls look great in a variety of settings. 
Ø Simple Stone Retaining Walls
Simple stone retaining walls can be stacked of native stone. Using native stones can help the retaining walls ‘blend’ in more with the surrounding landscape and hardscape elements.
Stone retaining walls don't have to be tall or mortared. Simple dry-laid planter boxes can be made of large flat stones. Simple stone retaining walls can be built using a variety of stone types with flat surfaces that stack easily. Low retaining walls can be stacked using three to four layers of stones.
Ø Stacked Block Retaining Walls
Stacked block retaining walls can be constructed out of manufactured materials, such as concrete blocks, which make ideal building materials for smooth and uniform walls. The smooth lines of a well-constructed concrete block wall establish a firm landscape boundary and can complement the clean lines of the home and landscape. Walls like this create a clear delineation of space.
Ø Stone Block Retaining Walls
Stone blocks are commonly used to concrete retaining walls. There are different colors – like browns and red hues, too – grey is one of the more accessible choices. When it comes to walls, anything goes. Informal stone retaining walls can be made with large stacked stones.
Ø Undulating Fieldstone Retaining Walls
Undulating stone retaining walls create a barrier while looking stylish at the same time. Fieldstone offers a natural material for garden retaining walls. You can either dry stack stone or use mortar to hold it together. (Dry-stacked retaining walls should be no taller than 4 feet.) For a natural garden backdrop, stone retaining walls offer a classic and long-lasting option.
Whatever type of retaining walls you decide on for your Atlanta hardscape and landscape design, you can rest assured they will add lasting beauty to your home’s outdoor environment.
            Why ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete Retaining Walls ?
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete provides Creative Retaining Walls Design, Quality Stone Craftsmanship & Excellent Service
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete is a premier Atlanta licensed home remodeling firm bringing you an experienced team to design and build your next retaining walls project. We are unique for a number of reasons.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete is a turnkey retaining walls solution. As a Design/Build firm, ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete is responsible for your complete satisfaction including the creative design, budgeting and quality retaining walls construction. We strive to match the aesthetics of your house while bringing the project in on budget and on time. We provide complete responsibility for your entire project. This means peace of mind for you, the client.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Landscape helps you control your retaining walls BUDGET. We understand keeping costs down is a priority for most people. That is why we present budgets and plan your project together with you every step of the way. We bid out every project to remain competitive and relevant. We can and will help you get the most for your money.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete offers a Full Service Selection of custom design options to assist you in your selections for retaining walls jobs, small and large alike. Staffed by our knowledgeable professionals our showroom offers a full selection textured surfaces such as stone, brick, wood or stucco, or using any other combination thereof.
Ø There is NO DELAY between design of your retaining walls and construction. We are prepared to begin construction as soon as you are comfortable with the design and the budget. You don’t have to wait for a lengthy bid process that could delay construction by several months.
Ø ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete is committed to your SATISFACTION as well as to our own HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS. We will make sure the job is completed on time and at or under budget. Our company’s level of success can only be achieved by providing quality services at a good value.
Ø Arnold Masonry and Concrete has weighed in as a premier contracting firm in Atlanta. Arnold Masonry and Concrete has been featured within nationwide magazines as well as venues such as "The Garden and Patio Show" and has been a member of Dunn and Bradstreet since 1985. We are a fully licensed company, with $4,000,000.00 in liability insurance, and full worker's compensation.
Ø We are a licensed contractor and have active memberships in local and national professional associations, including the Building Trades Association/Top 5 star rated Hardscape pick-Atlanta HOMESERVICES REVIEW/ NARI, National Association of the Remodeling Industry (to name a few).These memberships keep our firm's employees on the leading edge of information, training, and trends for our customers.
Ø Better Business Bureau A+ rating! ANGIE'S LIST 2011 SUPER SERVICE AWARD WINNER!
When looking for an Atlanta  retaining walls contractor, trust in ARNOLD Masonry and Concrete as your for all of your home renovation, stone masonry and stonework needs as well as all other forms of pool deck, outdoor kitchen construction, stone patios, Atlanta masonry, Atlanta hardscape, and Atlanta landscape. Mr. Arnold is an Atlanta Master Mason of over 26 years and along with his crews of Master Masons offers you the superior and premier art of stonework, stone masonry and all forms of masonry skill and knowledge necessary to provide you with the best landscape and hardscape retaining walls, hands down!
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