Retaining Walls

6/18/2015

Recently, while on a few jobs in Marshfield and Hanover, we've seen a few retaining walls that are nearly collapsing. Retaining walls are structures designed and constructed to resist the lateral pressure of soil when there is a significant change in ground elevation. Some of the walls we've seen may not have been installed correctly or some may just be nearly a century old. Gardenin' Angels can build retaining walls from timber or stone that last a lifetime.

Here are a few of our philosophies on retaining walls:

- Design and build the wall with your family's needs in mind. How will it fit in with your lifestyle and the way your family functions?

- Create a solid base and plan for drainage. A retaining wall should not solve a problem on one area only to create a problem in another area.

- Ensure the wall is level and use backfill to add support.

- Incorporate creativity. Adding curves, lighting, stairs, or built-in planters are some options to add beauty, function and value.

24 Comments

Lisa

3/17/2016 08:47:59 pm

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3/18/2016 06:36:22 am

I will be happy to help you with this project, i will be calling you today.
Thanks.

Vanessa Blair link

6/26/2018 01:24:27 am

My mom wants to add style to our porch and aesthetic to the landscape. It was explained here that retaining wall should be leveled and use backfill to add support. Moreover, it's advisable to hire professionals when planning to have a retaining wall.

Sariah Meagle link

9/27/2018 03:34:39 am

My dad wanted to add retaining walls for our plants. It was explained here that when thinking about retaining walls, we should think about how it will fit with the lifestyle of our family. Furthermore, it's recommended to hire professionals when considering having retaining walls.

Ellie Davis link

1/29/2019 09:26:04 pm

Thank you for this information on retaining walls. My house is needing a new wall. I'll have to look into finding the best contractor to do it.

3/27/2019 09:58:07 pm

Thank you for this information on retaining walls. My husband and I are wanting to get one installed in our yard. I'll have to do some research and find the best company to install it.

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8/20/2019 04:26:27 am

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Mia Evans link

10/22/2021 10:45:29 pm

Thanks for pointing out that retaining walls are structures designed to resist the lateral pressure of soil and any significant change in ground elevation. I guess we should get some construction in our backyard to prevent any damages to my property. It would be even more necessary since we are near a hill, so soil erosion might happen if there is heavy rain or a hurricane.

Aussie Concrete of Oakleigh link

1/25/2022 10:29:10 am

There are many types of materials that can be used to create retaining walls like concrete blocks, poured concrete, treated timbers, rocks or boulders. I truly appreciate your great post!

Jeff Carbine link

1/28/2022 06:34:29 am

I never knew that when there is a major shift in ground elevation, retaining walls are planned and built to counteract the lateral pressure of soil. I never thought that it would be like this, I'll share this with my aunt. Thank you for the information about the retaining wall.

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1/28/2022 11:56:05 am

Traditional retaining wall structures are constructed of concrete blocks or wooden facias combined with one or more layers of reinforcement.

Hailey Miller link

2/22/2022 04:46:47 am

It got me when you said that retaining walls can resist the pressure of the soil. As you said, this can add support and also beauty. My husband wants to improve our property for our senior parents. With this, we will look for contractors tomorrow morning who can install retaining walls in our garden.

John Carston link

4/27/2022 07:50:57 pm

I like that the tip that you gave me about it is necessary to consider how your family function and lifestyle when planning about the design. A couple of days ago, my cousin told me that he was planning to replace their present retaining walls since they are creating soil erosion in their backyard, and he asked if I had any suggestions on what would be the best solution. I'll remind him that contacting a well-known landscaping service may help them provide more information about the retaining process. Thanks to this enlightening article.

Max Jones link

4/28/2022 07:38:40 pm

Thanks for the info about retaining walls. My dad wants to construct a retaining wall. I'll share this info with him as he looks for a concrete contractor.

Frank Godinez link

5/4/2022 06:16:12 pm

A slender section can be used in this retaining wall the tensile stresses within the stem and the base is resisted by steel reinforcement. I’m so thankful for your helpful post!

Victoria Addington link

6/1/2022 01:08:31 am

It was interesting to know that retaining walls can boost the curve appeal of a property and increases its value. That's probably why my mother wants us to have retaining walls. I should advise her to hire a contractor that can execute her desired design.

Henry Killingsworth link

6/29/2022 01:34:10 pm

I need a retaining wall constructed on my property. It was helpful when you mentioned that retaining walls need a solid base. Hiring a contractor seems like the best way to make sure that the retaining wall I need gets constructed properly.

9/22/2022 03:28:31 am

It's interesting when you said that for the drainage of your project, you should protect the area of it for safety. A couple of days ago, my father mentioned that he was planning to replace their current retaining walls because it is causing soil erosion in their garden, and he asked if I had any idea what would be the best option to consider. I'm grateful for this informative article, I'll tell him that consulting a well-known retaining wall service can provide information about the process.

Braden Bills link

9/23/2022 09:13:57 am

I want to make sure that I get the right retaining walls for my back yard. It makes sense that getting a professional to install that for me would be a good idea. That seems like a good way to ensure that there isn't any erosion in my back yard.

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10/6/2022 12:17:22 am

This is the third time I visited in this blog. keep posting such stuff. Thanks a lot for the information.

John Belly link

1/9/2023 04:26:19 am

Great Blog! You have shared very useful information. Keep sharing such blogs in future too. Thanks

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1/27/2023 08:54:13 am

When built correctly, retaining walls can not only provide a functional purpose, but can also add aesthetic appeal to your outdoor space. With the help of a professional, you can create a unique and attractive retaining wall that will last for many years to come.

Iris Smith link

3/21/2023 02:21:11 am

Thank you for clarifying that retaining walls are made to withstand soil pressure when there is a major shift in ground elevation. My sister claims that she wants to withstand soil pressure. I'll advise her to get the brick retaining walls.

4/10/2023 04:07:02 pm

It was interesting to me when you talked about how it is important to incorporate creativity when you are designing a retaining wall. I would think that it could be a good idea to have the retaining wall match the architecture of your home. Having your landscape and your home blend together would probably greatly increase your property value.

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