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The biggest enemy is Water

A Raleigh NC retaining wall attempts to master erosion and gravity. Since these forces are two of the most powerful on the planet, homeowners usually turn to expert engineers, contractors and builders when they need such a partition built. In fact, most regulating bodies require that a certified engineer either build or inspect these structures when they go over a certain height. The same goes for when they are built close to a structure or driveway. Your landscape designer or landscape architect should be able to help you with this permitting process.

“Our full service solution with retaining walls is most important when integrating them into the yard drainage system. The biggest enemy is water, so you’ve got to have good drainage behind the wall. Another concern is tree preservation, as it is with any building project. You want to be sure that tree roots aren’t harmed in any way. In general, what Designer Properties brings to the table in this arena is that we take into account all aspects of your landscape, including such things as grade changes, comingled steps and different surfaces.”

Types Of Raleigh NC Retaining Walls

Different retaining wall building materials give different advantages and disadvantages. The longevity of different types of Raleigh NC retaining walls, however, depend on the building material used, volume of soil held back, structural design, and drainage.

Here are the pros and cons of the common types of retaining walls.

Raleigh NC Modular and cinder block retaining walls - these building blocks are relatively cheaper. Installing them is easier for smaller projects, too. They are the most flexible when it comes to design. But, they can't hold back larger volume of soil.

Raleigh NC Poured concrete retaining wall - They can handle tremendous amount of soil volume. They can be used to hold back steeper slopes, and they can conform to the contour of the land perfectly. But, they utterly lack style and design needed for landscaping purposes, and they are relatively expensive to build.

Raleigh NC Railroad retaining tie and wood plank or round timber - they are among the cheapest choice for retaining wall and are readily available. They also give a rustic appearance to your landscaping design. But, they are the most prone to rotting and structural failure. Improperly treated wood retaining walls are also prone to termite infestation that weakens the structure in a very short time.

Raleigh NC Bricks - they are flexible when it comes to adding pattern and texture to your retaining wall. They are also among the cheapest building material for retaining walls. But, they are notorious for collapse and structural failure. They can't be used to hold back larger volume of soil compared to other molded or block building materials.

Depending on your project and the amount you are willing to pitch, there's a right retaining wall for you. Just know the pros and cons of the different types of Raleigh NC retaining walls so that you can get the most value for your money in your retaining wall.

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