When you’re designing the landscape on your property, particularly if it is sloped or hilly, one concern may be how to manage water flow while maintaining curb appeal. Rainwater can erode soil and harm plants without any protection, leaving you frustrated and the lawn messy. Fortunately, there’s a solution that provides numerous benefits: a retaining wall.

Advantages of Having a Retaining Wall

1. Stabilizes the Soil

If a season is particularly rainy, topsoil can quickly erode, exposing the roots of plants and depriving them of nutrients. When you install a retaining wall, it counteracts erosion by holding the soil in place. Not only will your plants benefit, but the structure will also prevent mud from being scattered across the grass.

2. Adds Shape & Definition

An expanse of soil without any borders can create the sense of an unmanaged terrain. A retaining wall adds a pleasantly shaped boundary to the landscape, giving the eye something to follow by maintaining an organized design. The stone also creates a clear and appealing contrast with the dark color of the soil and the green of the plants you’re growing. 

3. Protects Waterways

Since tilled soil may have pesticides or other chemical treatments, it can pollute waterways when eroded and carried away by rain. A retaining wall blocks that movement, saving any marine animals from being exposed to harmful toxins and protecting potential drinking sources. 

To learn more about retaining walls and installing one on your property, contact the team at Olson Precast Concrete. The company has over 25 years of experience in creating precast products for Howell County, MO, residents, and they’ll install a beautiful structure that provides curb appeal, protects from soil erosion, and increases usable space in your yard. Call (417) 256-1500 to receive a free estimate, or head to the company’s website for more information about their services.