- Uses GeoGrid
Certainly! Geogrid is a material used in building retaining walls to make them more stable and long-lasting. It works by reinforcing the soil or fill material behind the wall. Here’s a simple explanation, imagine you’re building a wall to hold back a hill of dirt. Just stacking bricks or blocks might not be strong enough, especially for a tall wall. That’s where Geogrid comes in. Geogrid is like a strong, flexible mesh or grid made from materials like plastic or polyester. You bury this geogrid in the soil behind the wall. It’s a bit like giving the soil a web of support. When the soil presses against the geogrid, it helps the wall resist the pressure. This makes the wall much stronger and less likely to collapse over time. So, geogrid helps retaining walls last longer and stay sturdy by reinforcing the soil behind them.
2. Considers materials fit for the scenario
Limestone – limestone is a great option for walls. It has a lot of weight which will prevent it from being easily shifted by the natural elements. Limestone also comes in several different colors and sizes – – some can be slim and some can be extremely large blocks which makes it a good fit in any location. Another upside to using limestone is that it typically is installed by a machine because stones are so heavy and this is much faster than installing a block retaining wall.
Block Wall – This is the most common retaining wall style. This includes all modular, block and pin set walls . This wall is going to be readily available in just about any location – – whether it’s a landscape supply store or a retail home-improvement store. These blocks will be less expensive than limestone or gravity walls.
Concrete Block
Lastly, you have your gravity walls. Gravity walls are very unique in that they weigh a lot however they’re extremely simple to install. One example of a gravity wall is a Redi wall. Check out the photo below to see what we mean. This wall is simple for an experienced builder to install and a great choice for any backyard.
3. Fit into the aesthetic
A great retaining wall contractor will take into account the aesthetics of the job site. It’s extremely important to utilize materials that match the home and or complement it very well. Nothing is worse than an old classic home with a new modern wall, be sure to consider this point heavily before deciding what materials you’d like to use for your project