If you're planning on enhancing your landscaping, don't just focus on soft features, such as gardens and trees. Consider the need for hardscaping as well. Many homeowners find adding a retaining wall to their property offers numerous benefits. Below are three reasons you may want to think about installing one in your yard.

Why Do You Need a Retaining Wall?

1. Erosion Control

The natural process of erosion pulls soil and other materials from one area and deposits them in another. On a residential property, this can give the yard an uneven look and pull nutrients away from trees and other plants. A retaining wall is one solution to stopping this process because it will hold soil in one place.

2. More Usable Land

Do you want to increase the space in your yard so you can plant another garden or have more room to relax? A wall will help you achieve this goal by creating another level surface that offers the space you need without taking up too much room. As an added bonus, once it's in place, it won't require anything beyond the usual landscape maintenance.

3. Stop Drainage Issues

Does your yard have problems retaining and utilizing rainwater? If you're seeking ways to make sure grass and other plants are even healthier, consider adding a wall. It will stop water from flowing away from the yard too quickly.

Ready to begin your retaining wall installation project and reap these benefits for yourself? Emerald Coast Landscaping of Orange Beach, AL, has helped area residents complete projects big and small for more than 16 years. They will happily lend their expertise in landscape design and more to ensure you create the yard of your dreams. For more information about their services, call (251) 269-8128 to talk with a contractor or visit their website today.