Slope Retaining Wall & Concrete Work – Charles & Luna’s San Diego Project
Securing the hillside, enhancing usability, and upgrading outdoor function—all built to last.
Project Spotlight: Retaining Wall & Concrete Flatwork in San Diego
Charles and Luna Scutter’s home sits on a beautiful elevated corner lot in San Diego—but the sloped front yard and surrounding grade posed both a structural risk and a missed opportunity. They called on Classic Home Contractors to help stabilize the hillside, expand their usable outdoor space, and improve safety and access around their property.
This project was all about doing things the right way: engineered stability, clean execution, and honest, detailed communication from day one.
The Problem
The front yard sat atop a steep slope, with soil erosion threatening the foundation line and plantings constantly sliding down the hill. The backyard and side yard had limited access, uneven walkways, and poor drainage. Charles and Luna needed functional concrete work that blended seamlessly with their home’s layout—without disrupting their existing landscaping or property lines.
The Solution
Our crew developed a complete plan to reinforce and regrade the property with concrete and masonry solutions:
Installed a custom-formed concrete retaining wall along the front perimeter to secure the slope
Regraded and compacted soil to improve water drainage and landscape integrity
Poured clean concrete walkways and pads in the rear and side yard for smooth accessibility
Built a new retaining block wall in the rear yard for elevation control
Executed all work with minimal disruption to existing plants and structures
The Finished Result – Secure, Sleek, and Solid
In just a few weeks, Charles and Luna’s home went from exposed and uneven to protected and polished. The slope is now retained with durable concrete, and the side yard has safe walkways and a spacious concrete pad for daily use, storage, or gathering space.
With expert grading and professional finish work, this project added safety, structure, and value—built the Classic way.
Project Highlights
Concrete Retaining Wall: Long, curved wall with precision formwork for slope protection
Regrading & Soil Compaction: Prevents erosion and promotes healthy landscaping
Flatwork & Walkways: Seamless connections from backyard to entry points
Concrete Pad Installation: Multi-purpose rear pad for storage, trash bins, or play
Block Retaining Wall: Efficient layout control with clean, modern materials
The Classic Way
At Classic Home Contractors, we’re more than just builders—we’re problem solvers. This project for Charles and Luna reflects our deep respect for quality, safety, and transparency. From day one, we communicated clearly, provided accurate timelines, and delivered exactly what was promised.
Whether it’s a beautiful backyard or a solid foundation, we build with your peace of mind in mind.
Need slope support or concrete upgrades for your San Diego property?
Let Classic Home Contractors help you build stability and value—on time and on budget.