Looking for a retaining wall contractor in Rice, TX? Describe your project once and up to three retaining wall contractors who work in Rice and Navarro County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Rice is home to about 1,254 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+4.6% since 2020). With 469 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Sloped lots, terraced yards and driveways cut into hillsides keep local wall builders busy.
Rice at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 1,254 (+4.6% since 2020)
- Rank in Texas
- 746th of 1,224 cities and towns
- Land area
- 2.7 sq mi
- Population density
- 469 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Rice city)
- Main county
- Navarro County
What to check before hiring in Rice
- Permit and engineer: in Texas, 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 Rice
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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 Rice
How much does a retaining wall cost in Rice, TX?
It depends on height, length, material and access. Describe your project: contractors who serve Rice 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 Rice 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.