When you own a piece of land, you are responsible for maintaining it in reasonable condition. Land left entirely alone can quickly become an eyesore, while a landscaped property can be pleasant to look at and will be an asset to any neighbourhood. The way you care for the land will vary depending on the size and shape of the property. Dealing with variations in height and managing water flows can be some of the most challenging aspects of land management. Keeping soil, water and other materials in their allocated places is essential. If you allow water to run freely across your land, you risk stripping the soil away and turning the fertile ground into a wasteland. Block retaining walls are an effective way to protect your property.
Which type of retaining wall?
If you have spent much time looking into the construction of retaining walls, you will have discovered several ways of building a retaining wall. You might decide that a counter-fort or similar cantilever wall is the best option. Alternatively, if space is limited, an anchored retaining wall could provide the strength that the wall needs. However, in many cases, block retaining walls are the best option. Block retaining walls are strong and can be built quickly using simple materials. You could opt for brick, stone or concrete depending on how strong the wall must be and how thick the wall should be.
Building block retaining walls
If you decide that block retaining walls are the right choice for your land, you must find a suitable contractor to build the wall. Creating retaining walls that can withstand the constant pressure and remain in position for decades without failure requires skill and knowledge of the characteristics of the building materials. Landscaping professionals will know how to build concrete, brick or stone block retaining walls from the base up. Good contractors will begin their work well below ground. They will grasp the importance of compacting the ground before the building starts and put at least the wall base and one full course below ground level. They will also understand the value of getting the drainage right and using the most practical materials so the wall won't tip over even during freeze and thaw cycles.
To learn more about how block retaining walls could be used on your property, speak to a local contractor today. After examining your site, they can explain the type of wall that would be best for your situation.
Share27 April 2022
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