Looking for a retaining wall contractor in Highland Park, NJ? Describe your project once and up to three retaining wall contractors who work in Highland Park and Middlesex County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Highland Park is home to about 15,386 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+2.0% since 2020). With 8,448 people per sq mi, it is a densely built-up area. Sloped lots, terraced yards and driveways cut into hillsides keep local wall builders busy.
Highland Park at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 15,386 (+2.0% since 2020)
- Rank in New Jersey
- 66th of 323 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.8 sq mi
- Population density
- 8,448 people per sq mi (densely built-up)
- Type
- Borough (Highland Park borough)
- Main county
- Middlesex County
What to check before hiring in Highland Park
- Permit and engineer: in New Jersey, taller walls or walls with loads above usually need an engineered design and a permit.
- Drainage: ask how water behind the wall will be drained.
- Property line: a survey avoids building on the neighbor's land.
- Price drivers: height, length, material, access and drainage.
Useful official resources
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ICC: International Code Council
Official information and guidance.
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Highland Park
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Retaining wall construction
Design and construction of a new retaining wall with drainage.
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Retaining wall repair or replacement
Assessment and repair or replacement of a leaning, bulging or cracked wall.
Frequently asked questions in Highland Park
How much does a retaining wall cost in Highland Park, NJ?
It depends on height, length, material and access. Describe your project: contractors who serve Highland Park reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A small wall can take a few days; engineered walls take longer with permits.
Can a failing wall be repaired?
Sometimes; often a leaning wall must be rebuilt with proper drainage.
Which retaining wall contractors will contact me?
Up to three independent retaining wall contractors who serve Highland Park and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.