Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Retaining Wall Solutions in Rochester, MN
Rockwood Retaining Walls is a third-generation family business with over a century of expertise in mortarless concrete manufacturing and construction. Since 1914, we have pioneered innovative landscape construction materials, including retaining walls, slope control systems, and outdoor living kits. Our products are produced by licensed manufacturers who meet rigorous quality standards for block integrity and physical tolerances. With distribution across 45 U.S. states, 17 countries, and five continents, we combine tradition with cutting-edge design to deliver durable, aesthetically versatile solutions. Our patented one-unit construction eliminates the need for specialized blocks, reducing labor and shipping costs while ensuring structural integrity. The Rockwood system features built-in anchor bars and vertical stone columns that create industry-leading block-to-block shear strength.We offer unmatched design flexibility through multiple fascia styles, variable setbacks, and universal cap blocks that adapt to any project. Our Necessories Outdoor Living Kits provide easy-to-assemble solutions for fire pits, fireplaces, and garden walls, complete with pre-cut components and step-by-step instructions. Committed to quality since our founding, we maintain a customer-centric approach that prioritizes dependability, efficiency, and aesthetic excellence. Our technical support team is available to assist professionals and DIY builders with product selection and installation guidance. Through continuous innovation and adherence to exacting standards, Rockwood remains a trusted leader in landscape construction materials worldwide.
Services
Retaining Walls
Outdoor Living Kits
Landscape Construction Materials
Freestanding Garden Walls
Commercial Walls
Details
- Year established: 1914
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of experience in mortarless concrete construction since 1914
- Our patented one-unit construction eliminates need for specialized blocks
- Built-in anchor bars ensure industry-leading block-to-block shear strength
- Vertical stone columns unify structural elements for superior stability
- Necessories Outdoor Living Kits include all components for easy assembly
Services
Retaining Walls
Rockwood's patented retaining walls use one-unit construction with built-in anchor bars for superior structural integrity. The system allows adjustable setbacks and radius turns without cutting blocks, reducing labor costs by eliminating specialized units. Vertical stone columns enhance stability by integrating grid, backfill, and blocks into a unified structure.
Outdoor Living Kits
Necessories Outdoor Living Kits provide complete solutions for fire pits, fireplaces, and garden walls. Each kit includes pre-cut blocks, reinforcement components, adhesive, and step-by-step instructions for assembly in an afternoon. Requires proper foundation preparation and 72-hour adhesive curing before use.
Landscape Materials
We manufacture a comprehensive range of landscape construction materials including Classic 6/8 blocks, Colonial styles, Cottage Stone, and Premier wall systems. Products offer multiple face options and heights while maintaining universal compatibility across different series for seamless design integration.
Freestanding Walls
Our freestanding wall systems feature modular designs that allow easy customization for garden borders, seating walls, or decorative features. The mortarless construction enables quick installation with adjustable setbacks and includes universal cap blocks for finished edges on curved or straight applications.
Commercial Walls
Commercial wall systems combine structural strength with aesthetic versatility for large-scale projects. Factory-end blocks eliminate field modifications while maintaining the highest industry standards for shear strength. Available in multiple series to meet diverse architectural requirements for municipal, industrial, and commercial applications.
Questions
What retaining wall heights can Rockwood systems build?
Rockwood's patented design allows engineered walls to reach impressive heights using standard blocks with built-in structural advantages.
Can I modify Rockwood blocks on-site?
Yes, blocks can be field-modified with hammer and chisel to create corners, ends, or adjust setbacks without compromising structural integrity.
Are special units required for corners or ends?
While factory-end blocks are available for large projects, standard blocks can be modified on-site to create corners or ends as needed.
How do Rockwood walls handle curved designs?
Our system creates tight inside and outside radiuses without cutting blocks, maintaining consistent setback and structural strength throughout curved applications.
What comes in Necessories Outdoor Living Kits?
Kits include pre-cut blocks, reinforcement components, adhesive, gloves, and step-by-step instructions for complete fire pits, fireplaces, and garden walls.
How long does adhesive curing take before use?
Allow 72 hours for adhesive to fully cure before first use of any assembled outdoor living structure.
Reviews (1)
Maurer Co Retaining Walls
Dec 06, 2014
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We have been installing retaining walls for 25 years and have found that Rockwood Classic and Colonial retaining wall blocks are the highest quality and easiest to install of all modular units. The design possibilities are endless and color selections are great. Their new line of Necessories products has boosted our sales by offering our clients a cost effective alternative to masonry construction. Check out our Google plus page to see how Rockwood has transformed our clients homes.