Riverdale is a small borough in the northeast part of Morris County, bordered by Pequannock, Kinnelon and Butler, with Passaic County just across the line. Major highways run through it, and the borough mixes older single family neighborhoods with newer townhouse and apartment communities. Part of Riverdale climbs into wooded hillsides, while other sections are fairly level near the river valley. That split means two homeowners a few blocks apart can need completely different kinds of work.
On the hillside streets
Homes on Riverdale’s slopes often have front yards that drop to the street and backyards that rise into the woods. A retaining wall can hold back a bank behind the house or turn a sloping front lawn into a level terrace. We build segmental block and stone walls with drainage behind them and caps that finish the top.
Steps that match the wall
When a wall and steps share a slope, building them together gives a cleaner result. We pour or build concrete steps with consistent risers, face them in stone or brick if you want, and add railings tied into the masonry. The goal is a front approach that is safe in winter and looks deliberate.
Patios on the flatter side of town
Level lots make for simple, open patio layouts. A paver patio with a border, an arbor or a small fire pit can turn a plain lawn into an outdoor room. On low ground, we pay extra attention to pitch and base depth so water does not sit on the surface or seep toward the foundation.
Fixing what is already there
Not every project needs to start from scratch. Cracked walks, chipped steps and scaled driveways can sometimes be repaired or resurfaced. We will tell you honestly whether repair makes sense or whether replacement is the better value.
Worth checking
- HOA approval for townhouse and condo communities.
- Wall height, which may trigger a permit.
- Low spots that collect water after storms.
Around Riverdale
Neighboring towns include Pequannock and Butler, and we cover all of Morris County. Get a free estimate and we will look at your slope, steps or patio.
