We’ve all thought about installing a retaining wall on our property, but we often wonder about how everything is integrated to correspond with our landscaping. What it all comes to is structural support, visual appeal, and soil management. These are the three essential components of installing a functional and cohesive wall in your yard.
There are a lot of good reasons to install a decorative wall. It allows you to protect the soil in your yard by limiting erosion, which is achieved by diverting and disposing of rain and groundwater. You are also adding an attractive feature that will greatly enhance the overall appearance of your landscaping. Retaining walls are equally functional and beautiful; you are improving the soil on your property while making everything appear more elegant and picturesque. You can rely on us to install a retaining wall that is suitable for your needs.
PLENTY OF DECORATIVE OPTIONS
When most people think of a retaining wall, bland and ordinary concrete block walls are what come to mind. The truth is that there are many decorative options available to you when designing your retaining wall. There are many instances where a homeowner will opt for something a little more simplistic, but there are many different materials that you can choose from. Some of our more popular options include concrete, brick, concrete blocks, and natural stone materials such as limestone or gabion rocks.
We also encourage our clients to consider the different veneers that we offer; an example of this includes a more mosaic approach where unique stone materials are placed over a plain concrete wall. We want you to use the variety that we offer to your advantage. What happens often is our clients will opt for something that doesn’t stand out and has a very basic appearance. They end up regretting the decision and unfortunately, it can be costly to tear down and reinstall a new retaining wall.
We also want to mention that a retaining wall offers a great deal of visual appeal, and they will increase the value of your property. This means that if you end up selling your home sometime in the future, then you can easily recoup all of your money and even turn a profit. A retaining wall also makes your home more appealing to potential buyers and this alone should make it much easier to sell it.
GREATER SUPPORT AND PROTECTION
Retaining walls are perfect for adding more functionality to your landscaping, especially when it comes to protecting your soil and preventing erosion. The walls will keep everything in place and they essentially function as a safety feature. A retaining wall will also divert any floodwater or runoff by eliminating any steep gradients.
STRUCTURAL SUPPORT
Installing a retaining wall is key to keeping your soil in place. The walls will function as a barrier that prevents any movement in your soil and provide greater safety for you and your family. We can always make adjustments to your wall when it comes to the needs and specifications of your property. Also, summers tend to be a lot wetter, so you want to make sure that you are prepared when the time comes.
PREVENTING EROSION
Soil erosion is a lot more prevalent than you think; it occurs due to a variety of factors, such as high winds, excessive rain, and fluctuations in temperature. This is why a retaining wall can make a huge difference. Retaining walls establish a surface that reduces runoff and provides you with a lot more control over the rate at which water travels. Retaining walls will divert any excess rainwater and properly drain it to prevent any flooding.
MORE FUNCTIONALITY
The problem with having a hilly backyard is that you are not able to make the most out of the space, which can be frustrating for many homeowners. However, a retaining wall allows you to make better use of your property. They provide you the opportunity to plant a garden and create terraces that will greatly enhance the overall appearance of your landscaping. It gives you a chance to feature prominently the unique elements of your property.
THE MANY BENEFITS OF RETAINING WALLS
As we are about to explain, the benefits of installing a retaining wall greatly outweigh any drawbacks. Decorative walls represent a long term investment in which you will be reaping the rewards well into the future. They can change your life by adding more value to your property and providing you with more control over your landscaping.
STRUCTURAL SUPPORT
Keep your soil in place and prevent any unwanted damage due to floodwater and runoff.
MAKE USE OF YOUR LANDSCAPING
A Retaining wall allows you to utilize your property by creating more areas that are suitable for planting
ESTABLISH A PROPERTY BOUNDARY
Sometimes installing a fence is not enough to establish a clear and definitive boundary to your property
ADD VALUE TO YOUR PROPERTY
Thinking about selling your home? A retaining wall will greatly appeal to potential buyers and increase the resale value of your home
LIMIT SOIL EROSION
A retaining wall will effectively divert any runoff via a built-in drainage system
MANY DECORATIVE OPTIONS
Your retaining wall can really bring out the beauty in your landscaping
No matter the reason why you want to install a retaining wall, the final verdict is that they add a lot of value to your home. They can make your landscaping appear more distinctive while allowing you to add more features to it, such as a garden or shrubbery. Retaining walls are also a perfect solution for managing runoff and they allow you to protect your soil and prevent it from eroding.
Concrete retaining walls serve multiple purposes: they add more functionality to your property and they make everything look a lot more beautiful. They stabilize any sloping landscape by establishing a flat surface at measured intervals. This enables you to make the most of your property while also beautifying it.
For all of our decorative wall installations, we utilize some of the best available materials on the market. Our contractors have ample experience and they are highly qualified for the job. We always prioritize the requirements of our clients and we do everything we can to ensure that our services are suitable for your needs. If you are ready to reap all of the benefits of a retaining wall, then go ahead give us a call today! One of our team members will explain our services in greater detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have any questions regarding our installations? Here is what our clients are asking us:
How tall can I build a retaining wall?
There are few things you need to consider before deciding on a height. What’s most important is the soil on which the wall will be built. We will need to assess the condition of the soil and the angle of the slope on which we will build the wall. Our contractors will recommend a height that they believe is sufficient according to the conditions and potential limitations of your property. The height at which you build your wall will also depend on the materials you are using.
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Call Us Today and Schedule an Appointment
We are eager to get to work with you and learn about the ideas that you have in mind. We try to do everything we can to ensure that everything is to your likely and fulfill all of your requests. Decorative walls present you with a unique opportunity to enhance and transform your landscaping. If you are still unsure about hiring our services, then please give us a call today and you can schedule an in-person appointment with one of our contractors. They can tell you everything you need to know about decorative wall installations.
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