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Retaining Walls |
Sloping sites can benefit from the construction of retaining walls to provide more level areas for planting and other uses; walls are one of the most popular and useful hardscape additions to the landscape. Topsoil is an important resource and investment for any property owner. A well-built retaining wall system can preserve the natural shape of your land, reinforce hills and slopes, and protect buildings or other structures from possible landslides or soil erosion. Retaining walls are also an attractive enhancement to your overall landscaping. |
| Modular Retaining Walls | |
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3 Way Modular Retaining Walls
Because retaining walls are used to retain a slope, the construction is essential. Retaining walls should only be built by trained professionals because of the danger associated with a faulty retaining wall. There are definite guidelines to follow when creating a retaining wall. |
Straight Face Retaining Walls Retaining walls on slopes have two-fold benefits. One is that there is no slope to care for anymore. Secondly, the new ground built up to the wall is easier to maintain and can actually have the appearance of lengthening your lawn. By building a retaining wall from the bottom of the slope to the top, you can extend the upper part of your lawn out to the retaining wall, which will give you more room on the top of the slope. |
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| Natural Retaining Walls | |
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Boulder Retaining Walls Boulders (field stone) are natural materials that can be used to create retaining walls, edging or to complement landscapes. Boulders are the most popular of the natural type of retaining walls. The look of the boulder retaining wall can not be duplicated by any other type of retaining wall material. |
Limestone Retaining Walls Limestone retaining walls offer the designer and home owner the ability to enhance the landscape by using natural materials. Limestone can be used to give a clean smooth look with natural materials avoiding the manufactured look. Limestone is quarry all of the world and has many colors and sizes to choose from |
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Granite Retaining Walls The word granite speaks for its self. Their is no other look like granite. Granite retaining walls offer incredible durability and natural beauty at an affordable price. |