Retaining Wall

The term retaining wall refers to a free-standing structure used to prevent soil from shifting on sloping lots. These are commonly used in landscaping to create terraces, in the front of a property where a road cuts through it. A retaining wall can be made of stone, bricks or concrete.

Retaining Wall

A retaining wall helps to keep the soil from shifting and helps to stop erosion. Without a retaining wall, the ground could start to shift, jeopardizing your home and foundation. Run-off from a slope without a retaining wall can also cause ruts in your landscaping. A well-designed retaining wall is anchored at the base or in the middle of the wall to prevent slippage. Such a wall also has a drainage system to prevent pressure from building up behind the wall.

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