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Armour Stone Retaining Walls in Hamilton & Burlington
Armour stone uses large quarried limestone blocks—often Ontario limestone—stacked as a gravity wall. Its sheer mass resists soil pressure while creating a bold, natural structure with an exceptionally long service life.
Armour stone uses large quarried limestone blocks—often Ontario limestone—stacked as a gravity wall. Its sheer mass resists soil pressure while creating a bold, natural structure with an exceptionally long service life.
Last updated: September 2026 · Reviewed by Joseph Antoine, OwnerWhen to choose armour stone
Advantages and considerations
Why homeowners choose it
Exceptional mass and durability
Each stone has natural character
Works beautifully with planting and broad landscapes
Can incorporate substantial stone steps
What to plan for
Requires machine access and heavy equipment
Needs a wider footprint than many block systems
Material and placement costs are typically higher
Styles and materials
- Natural, ragged-face limestone
- Cut and squared armour stone
- Integrated armour-stone steps
- Planting pockets between levels
How we build it
Assess access, slope, soils and drainage
Excavate a wide, stable bench
Compact a Granular A base in lifts
Set and batter each heavy stone with machinery
Install drainage tile and clear-stone backfill
Finish with geotextile, grading and planting pockets
Related retaining-wall types
What’s included in every quote
- Site assessment
- Written itemized quote
- Drainage plan
- Permit and engineering check
- Final cleanup
Armour Stone walls across Hamilton and Halton
We assess and build retaining-wall projects in Hamilton, Ancaster, Burlington and Oakville, including neighbourhoods with clay soils, escarpment grades and constrained urban access.
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Burlington
Oakville
Armour Stone FAQ
How long does an armour stone wall last?
A properly founded and drained armour stone wall can last for decades. Stone is highly durable; base stability and water management determine the wall’s performance.
Does armour stone need mortar?
Usually no. It is commonly built as a gravity wall, relying on the mass, placement and setback of the stone rather than mortar.
Can steps be built into the wall?
Yes. Matching armour-stone steps can be integrated into the layout for a unified transition through the grade.
Can you install it with limited access?
Machine access is important because each stone is extremely heavy. We assess gate widths, overhead restrictions and ground protection before recommending it.
Site-specific planning
Plan a wall that works with your property.
Free site assessment and clear recommendations. Call (647) 459-7775.