Concrete Retaining Walls

Overview

A retaining wall that doesn't drain will fail. We build every wall with proper footings, rebar, weep holes, and drainage fabric so hydrostatic pressure has somewhere to go besides the back of your wall.

What's included

• Poured-in-place concrete and CMU block walls
• Engineered footings sized to soil and height
• #4 rebar grid on engineered spacing
• Drain rock, filter fabric, and weep holes
• Smooth, board-form, or stucco-ready finishes
• Stem-wall integration with existing structures

Our process

1. 1

   Site assessment

   We evaluate soil, drainage, and grade change to spec the wall correctly.

2. 2

   Excavate & footing

   Dig to bearing soil, form and pour the footing, set vertical rebar.

3. 3

   Build the wall

   Form and pour the stem, or lay block and grout solid with rebar.

4. 4

   Drain & backfill

   Install drain rock and fabric, then backfill in lifts with compaction.

Frequently asked

When do I need engineering?

Any wall over 4' tall retaining soil requires stamped engineering — we coordinate that for you.

How long will it last?

A properly drained concrete wall built to code will outlast the house — 50+ years is typical.