Size the trench so there's enough room for the retaining wall block and at least 8 in. of space behind it. Excavate deep ...

Last week I wrote about my recent trip to Southern California. I was fortunate to spend time with a dear friend and his wife. I don’t know that I’ve ever met a person who’s more in love with a home ...

Highlights The typical cost range to build a railroad tie retaining wall falls between $2,000 and $2,400, while the national average cost is $2,200. The main factors that affect the total cost of this ...

A retaining wall is a functional landscaping feature that holds back soil and reshapes a slope, helping to prevent erosion and reclaim usable space. These walls are often used to create level garden ...

Q – We are thinking about building a retaining wall in our yard. The wait time to have one built seems to be forever so we thought we could do it ourselves. What are some things we should know about?