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You may have decided you need to install a retaining wall around your home or business to protect your property from damage. But this may lead to a couple of questions. Below are five of the most common questions people ask when researching retaining wall installation and their subsequent answers.

Learning Your Way Around Retaining Walls

What are the benefits of a retaining wall?

Retaining walls can shield walkout basements from weather like snow and rain, protect them against erosion, and prevent soil from shifting and sealing doors and windows shut. Homes or businesses built on hills can experience damage from shifting ground, but retaining walls help keep the foundation in place and protect the structure and yard. When used to create several levels, retaining walls can bring structure to properties that are steeply situated.

What are retaining walls built from?

Most walls are built from brick or stone blocks that interlock. You can find some, however, that include concrete or wood. Once you decide on the material you want to use, you can then choose the material’s size and color. You may even be able to customize the patterns to match the appearance of your home or business. Your walls can enhance your property’s appearance while protecting it from outside elements.

Are they environmentally friendly?

retaining wall installationRetaining walls are not bad for the environment at all. You can choose naturally environmentally friendly materials or even find blocks made from recycled, toxin-free material.

How long do retaining walls last?

Several factors, such as soil type and conditions, the presence or excess of groundwater, and the weather can all affect the lifespan of a retaining wall. They can last a lifetime, though, especially if professionals handled the retaining wall installation.

How tall can they be?

Walls can range from 2 feet to 40 feet, depending on your home or business’ needs. If you must acquire a permit to build the wall, the city will most likely determine how high it can go. You will also want to ask your contractors for their opinions on how much protection your property needs and what would be the best height to reinforce it.

 

If you’re interested in or have any more questions about retaining wall installation, contact Darryl Myers Brick. This Independence, KY, brick-and-stone contractor offers a wide range of residential and commercial services. They will design and construct landscape walls, repair brick chimneys, and seal your hardscapes. Visit their website to learn about their custom stone installation services, or call (859) 743-3850 to speak with a representative.

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