There are many different styles of retaining walls out there, from custom-made solutions to ones that employ everything from natural stone to concrete. But not every type or material will be the perfect fit for your property, so how do you find the best one?
Here the landscaping and hardscaping professionals from Western Landscape have collected some important facts to consider.
What Exactly is a Retaining Wall?
A
retaining wall’s main purpose is to prevent erosion by restraining your soil. It’s
most often used where there is a steeper slope on properties and once
installed, creates two different levels. It can be not only a practical
landscaping tool but also one of beauty, adding extra aesthetic appeal due to
the wide variety of sizes, styles, methods, and materials that can be
employed.
Retaining
walls have become more popular in recent years, especially in urban areas, and
now there is more variety than ever before, in addition to unique construction
methods and an abundance of natural materials that offer seamless integration
into your landscape.
3 Benefits of Retaining Walls
In
addition to the benefits mentioned above, retaining walls are also:
· Eco-Friendly: Made with sustainable products like wood, stone, concrete, and more, retaining walls are eco-friendly. Additionally, natural vegetation remains undisturbed during the installation process.
·
Efficient: Although efficiency might not jump directly to
mind when thinking of a wall built to retain soil, they’re designed to
withstand tons of weight. If properly designed and installed, a high-quality
retaining wall will hold back water, earth, and other encroaching elements for
decades at a minimum.
· Durable: With the minimal maintenance and construction required for retaining walls, they can be surprisingly durable and require little to no upkeep. This means a great return on your investment.
Contact us for retaining wall installation and more!
If you want a custom retaining wall or a more traditional one, our hardscaping experts can easily meet your needs. Our team will sit down with you to discuss your vision and expectations for the project so we can do it to your satisfaction.
Western
Landscape also specializes in lawncare, seeding/sodding, mulch and rock installation, and much more. Contact us online today to schedule a consultation or call (608) 520-7726.
