Landscaping
✅ Landscaping with Belgian Block Retaining & Radius Walls — Long Island & NYC
At MJG Contracting Corp., we bring architectural character to landscapes using Belgian Block and radius retaining walls, expertly built on engineered concrete footings. Whether in Northport, Huntington, or further across Long Island, our walls marry visual elegance with soil retention, structural stability, and water management.
🌿 Project Highlight: Northport & Huntington Block Walls
Our Belgian Block walls in Northport and Huntington seamlessly integrate with manicured landscapes, allowing natural elements to shine. These radius walls guide sightlines and define spaces—each course laid to flow smoothly with the terrain. Every wall is anchored by a code‑compliant concrete footing to prevent shifting and ensure long-term alignment.
🧱 Why Belgian Block & Radius Walls?
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Timeless Elegance & Durability
Belgian Block (often granite setts) boasts weather resistance and visual appeal that lasts for decades—and it’s naturally permeable to reduce stormwater runoff. -
Curved (Radius) Designs for Flow & Flair
Radius walls soften transitions, establish fluid boundaries, and elevate visual design through purposeful geometry and landscaping rhythm.
🔧 MJG’s Landscaping Wall Services
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Engineered concrete footing systems set below frost line, ensuring stability and eliminating frost heave.
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Precision block setting: Each Belgian Block positioned with mortar or dry-set depending on design and soil conditions.
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Drainage integration: Gravel backfill, perforated pipe, and geotextile materials allow water to escape, preventing hydrostatic pressure buildup.
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Wall capped and finished: Mortared or dry-locked finishes with optional coping stones or caps to match the landscape palette.
✅ Why Choose MJG for Block Wall Projects
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30+ years of residential and outdoor construction expertise across Long Island and NYC
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Fully licensed & insured Nassau Suffolk —EPA Certified
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In-house crew skilled in masonry, drainage, excavation, and finishing trades
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Compliant with engineered requirements and local codes across all jurisdictions
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Built with integrity, grit, and attention to detail—walls that endure and design that impresses
🔁 Project Workflow Overview
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Site Survey & Landscape Intent Review
Evaluate soil, slope, aesthetic goals, and alignment with property boundaries. -
Engineering Spec & Footing Excavation
Build concrete footings sized per wall height, frost lines, and load requirements. -
Drainage Installation
Use gravel fill, perforated pipe, and geofabric to prevent water buildup. -
Block Placement & Radius Layout
Set and align Belgian Blocks to follow curves, radius arcs, and grade transitions. -
Finishing & Walk-Through
Cap walls as specified, clean joints, remove excess mortar, grade base planting/backfill.
