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December 5, 2019

Published by on December 5, 2019

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How to Build a Concrete Retaining Wall

Waler Concrete Retaining Wall Forming System How to build a retaining wall: We won’t bore you with all the technical jargon that structural engineer’s use. Just know the waler forming system is one of the many ways to form a concrete retaining wall the right way. This slide show will walk you through the process. [metaslider id=3618] We start by drilling multiple ¾ inch plywood We drilled approximate 18 – 9/16 holes in ¾ inch plywood. (picture 1) Once concrete footing is poured we snap a couple chalk lines to place our footing plates using 2*4 doug fir. This allows us […]

August 18, 2019

Published by on August 18, 2019

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Is compaction important for my retaining wall?

Compaction, Geo-grid , and proper drainage, important factors that’s makes a retaining wall last forever. IF ANY OF THE THREE IS NOT DONE CORRECT YOUR WALL WILL COME DOWN !!!! So What is Compaction? Compaction is the process of rearranging soils to consolidate the space occupied by the soil particles while forcing out excess air and water. Why is it important? Properly compacted soils help to strengthen the internal strength of the soil mass by aligning the soil particles together and increasing the coefficient of friction when a load is applied to the soil, and reducing undesirable settlement. Most compaction must meet the the so called […]

April 5, 2013

Published by on April 5, 2013

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Retaining Wall footing… How important is it ?

Retaining Wall Footing For Block Wall A retaining wall footing or leveling pad is the most important part of the project. The footing varies depending on the type of wall you are building. As you will see at the end of the video. Not doing it right WILL COST YOU A LOT OF MONEY PERIOD. Here is a quick checklist on what it takes to install a retaining wall footing the right way. Dig your trench for the footing . Width and depth depends on the type of block you are using 2. Apply and compact base rock using a […]

March 15, 2013

Published by on March 15, 2013

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Retaining Wall Construction Solutions San Ramon

Introduction This retaining wall construction project took place in San Ramon, California in the Windemere development. PROJECT AND DESIGN The project was a pretty simple design that the customer presented, together with some input from us.The design consisted of two tiered retaining wall system along with a 1,200 sq.ft of cobble stone pavers. THE CHALLENGES As with any retaining wall construction project challenges present themselves. 1. Remove approximately 100 yards of clay soil before the rain came. 2. Remove all of the dirt through a 3’6″ gate opening, which could not be removed. It was a good thing our bobcat MT-52 […]