Retaining wall blocks are really heavy. You don't want to lift them twice. Learn how to build a rock solid retaining wall right the first time.
This Old House landscaping contractor Roger Cook shows how to construct a wood-timber retaining wall to create a play area.
Generally, the term retaining wall failure do not referred to the total failure or collapse but rather describes signs and indications by which failure
Give your yard some depth and style by learning how to easily create your own concrete retaining wall. It's easier than it looks and will make your yard more enticing.
A retaining wall has a couple of different uses. They are sometimes used for structural purposes, such as being constructed along the base of a hill or slope to prevent soil from eroding, which can damage any structures located on top of the hill. Retaining walls are also used in landscaping projects to create different elevations in the yard. When...
This warm weather makes us want to stay more time outdoors, and it provides a great opportunity to working on your home’s outdoor. DIY retaining walls are pretty suitable for a yard, a garden, as they can change the whole dynamic of your space. A garden or yard retaining wall might be a necessary feature […]
A retaining wall holds back an embankment of soil from an adjacent lower area. Retaining walls control erosion and create flat areas for use. Masonry, wood and stone are the most popular retaining walls because of their cost-effectiveness, availability and ease of installation.<br>On average, buil
Learn how to get ready to build your walls. Prepping your site will make building your wall easier. Mark out the area with stakes or a garden hose. Remove th...
What affects your retaining wall design? Learn what you need to do to before you build a retaining wall. Having the proper plan will make your landscape or g...
Building curved and serpentine retaining walls is simple. In this video we will cover how to build with simple outside curves, outside curves with a tight ra...
Using stakes and a string line we show you how to mark your property and get the appropriate measurements. Then a retaining wall estimate can be completed us...
When designing your retaining wall, be sure you take into consideration the height of the wall, wall setback, slopes and surcharges. These elements help to d...
Using geogrid is the easiest way to add support to a retaining wall. There are a variety of geogrid options to use depending on the type or height of wall yo...
A retaining wall can provide both practical and aesthetic value to a home. If your house was built on a slope, a retaining wall is an easy solution to prevent water from seeping into your home when…
At Roanoke Landscapes, we have done many memorable retaining wall installs. We’ve found that adding a retaining wall to a landscape plan can completely change the functionality and feel of a …
See beautiful retaining walls from around the country. Get ideas for a retaining wall that will function well and look great.