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Here are answers to some common questions.
Retaining walls prevent erosion in 2 different ways. First, they hold back the dirt/soil from running away when it rains. Second, when properly designed and built, a retaining wall channel the rain water so it can drain properly, generally into a storm drain or dry well.
Prepare Materials and Footing - Decide on the type of blocks you want to use. Then call 811 before you dig your walls footing to make sure there's no utilities in the way. Once you're cleared to dig, trench a level strip a few inches wider and deeper than your blocks. Then add a few inches of gravel, then an inch of sand to your trench. Your first block layer should be partially below ground. Depending on your situation, you might also need to incorporate drains, deeper footings and other considerations. If you have questions, feel free to give us a call, we are always happy to help.
Most retaining walls, whether load-bearing or not, average between 3 and 4 feet in height. As a general rule, you do not want to build any sort of block wall over 4 feet in height without including some type of structural support within. Depending on your area, there might be building code to follow if your wall height exceeds four feet.
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