Mafia Block Retaining Wall Systems

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Need Serious Retaining Wall Power?

Decorative landscaping blocks are great for garden beds – but what happens when you need to hold back massive amounts of soil, create storage bins for bulk materials, or manage erosion that's threatening your property? That's where Mafia Blocks come in. These aren't your typical retaining wall blocks. At 4,200 pounds each, they're industrial-strength solutions for problems that require real structural muscle.

When Regular Retaining Walls Won't Cut It

Mafia Block systems deliver raw power that traditional retaining walls simply can’t match. You get massive load-bearing capacity that handles commercial traffic and equipment, installation speed that puts up serious walls in days instead of weeks, cost-effectiveness because we’re placing fewer, larger units with machinery, and proven durability that stands up to decades of weather, chemicals, and heavy use. Sure, they’re not winning any beauty contests – but when you need a wall that actually does its job without failing, Mafia Blocks deliver.

Step 1
Reach Out To Us
Call or message us to discuss your project – material bins, erosion control, grade retention, or commercial barriers.
Step 2
During Your Assessment
We'll evaluate your property, discuss placement options, and explain how Mafia Blocks solve your specific problem.
Step 3
Schedule Installation
We'll outline the timeline, explain what equipment we're bringing, and get the go-ahead from you.
Step 4
Let's Move Some Blocks
We'll bring in the excavators, place your blocks efficiently, and give you a wall that's ready to work immediately.

Client Testimonials

See what are happy clients in the Capital Region are saying about Staats Masonry LLC

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How often do you find a business that 1. Responds to email, phone calls, texts promptly, 2. Gives you a prompt estimate, 3. Sets up the job in a very short period of time and 4. Workers/owner shows up as promised on time and delivers an outstanding job. Hmmm..well Staats Masonry is this company, if i could give 10 stars I would.
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Bo and his son Nigel and crew of course did a fantastic job on my garage floor. They were attentive to detail and my needs for the job. The job was completed in a timely manner (3 days total) with no breaks we had good weather and they took advantage of it. Kept the area cleaned up at all times and had the tools to do the job correctly and answered any questions I had about the process. I would have them back again for any masonry job I highly recommend them. BTW buy em lunch they're worth it . PS his wife Serena did an awesome job of communicating and coordination of the work never left me hanging as to when it would be done.
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Catherine Traver
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I wish to thank Staats Masonry for repairing the outside of the foundation of my home. Great job. Very friendly and did more than I expected.
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Staats Masonry did an excellent job on my basement. Able to adapt around my work schedule. Very fast work and efficient. Thank you!
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Stephanie Morgan
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As someone in the field of engineering, I have very high standards for structural integrity and professional reliability. Staats Masonry exceeded them at every turn. From the initial assessment, they provided a level of technical insight and professional honesty that is rare to find. ​What truly sets them apart is their compassion and dedication. They managed a complex coordination process to ensure my property was protected both inside and out, sticking by me through every stage of the repair. Their communication was excellent, and they truly went the extra mile to provide peace of mind. ​If you are looking for a company that combines expert masonry skills with a deep understanding of technical needs—and actually cares about the homeowner—call Staats. They are professional, reliable, and exceptional at what they do.
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I meant to leave a review FOREVER ago. But last spring we hired Staats to do some block repair on an old addition on our new-to-us house. As new homeowners and this being our first contractor type experience we were very nervous but Serena was awesome. She was communicative and worked with us on options and what made sense for our situation. They did a great job, the workers were also very nice and even fixed our loose water spigot (again, new to us house so we inherited a lot of maintenance work to do) which I know also made their job easier haha But what was especially positive in our work with them was that I had a sudden death in the family days before work was supposed to begin and they worked with us navigating home access while we were away. They communicated daily on their arrival and departure so we were aware of what was happening while we were tending to family matters. The work looks good and it was also just very comforting to feel like we could leave our home while the work was getting done and not feel afraid of what we were coming back to. Due to our positive experience and the 100+ year age of our home, I am sure we will work with them again in the future.
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I’ve had the pleasure of working with Staats Masonry recently, and I cannot recommend them enough. They went above and beyond to address our foundation issues, and left the site much better than they found it. From the very beginning, it was a pleasure to deal with them. Experienced, knowledgeable and professional, they take pride in their work and I will definitely be calling again for future projects. It’s a family company, and they made me feel safe and taken care of. Thank you so so much, Staats!
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Jason Dow
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We used Staats to replace a foundation wall in our basement that was out of whack and leaking badly. From the initial quote, to the end product, we couldn't be happier with their work. They took meticulous care operating on our property, and communication was excellent throughout the process. I highly recommend the Staats family for any foundation work you may need.
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Haley
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Great experience working with Staats masonry, will definitely use them again! Easy to work with, communicative, got the job done quick and it looks great!
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Barbara Stock
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We highly recommend Staats to everyone in need of the services they provide.

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We’ve been operating heavy machinery and handling commercial-scale masonry projects throughout the Capital District for over 70 years. Installing Mafia Block systems requires more than just equipment—it demands understanding load calculations, drainage integration, and site preparation that ensures structural stability. As a family-owned, owner-operated business, we bring the same accountability and quality standards to commercial-grade projects that we apply to every foundation and waterproofing job we complete.

Proudly Serving Cities In The Capital District

We provide Mafia Block retaining wall installation throughout Albany, Schenectady, Troy, and surrounding communities in the Capital District. Our team operates the heavy equipment necessary for commercial-grade block installation and understands local soil conditions, drainage requirements, and structural challenges that affect large-scale retaining wall systems in this region.

Albany County, NY

Rensselaer County, NY

Greene County, NY

Columbia County, NY

Albany, NY

Selkirk, NY

East Greenbush, NY

Rensselaer, NY

Kinderhook, NY

Hudson, NY

 

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