Retaining walls can serve many purposes on your property. They can help control steep slopes by turning them into terraces or even patio fixtures, add a focal point to your landscape, and play a significant role in soil erosion. If you have a steep hill or slope on your property, adding a retaining wall can make a huge difference and help you transform unusable inclines into usable outdoor space.
While retaining walls might look simple to accomplish, they require significant planning and professional knowledge to keep their shape through the years. Soil is heavy, especially if it gets wet from rain, and your retaining wall will need to be able to support it. A retaining wall that is four feet tall and fifteen feet long might need to support up to twenty tons of soil pressure! One miscalculation or badly laid brick can have catastrophic consequences for your property. In most cases, you'll want your retaining wall to be designed and installed by professionals.
Frank & Son Mason Contractor designs, builds, and repairs retaining walls for properties throughout the greater Norwalk, Stamford, and Greenwich, CT areas. Whether you have questions about the process or would like to schedule a consultation, our crew will be happy to help.