August 13, 2018 7:52 pm
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Unless you’re in the hardscaping industry or you’re actively searching for someone to hardscape your property, you probably haven’t given much thought to retaining walls in the past. That’s understandable—retaining walls in Marinette County, WI aren’t exactly the most frequent topic of conversation. That being said, retaining walls are incredibly important for yards across the country, and installing one on your property could be really beneficial to you and your land. Continue reading to learn a few of the benefits retaining walls provide: Prevent erosion: One of the top reasons to install a retaining wall is to prevent erosion on your property. Over time, wind and rain move the soil on your property and cause major changes to the look... View Article
April 27, 2018 3:07 am
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If your home has a sharp slope in the back or front yard, you may want to look into installing a retaining wall. Better to do this sooner rather than later, as this kind of construction, if professionally built, can help prevent costly damage to your property and landscaping. Consider these top reasons homeowners are getting retaining walls in Marinette County, WI. They Prevent Erosion Oftentimes, when severe weather and heavy rain hit your area, it can force some natural debris to shift and accumulate around your property. Not only does this create a mess, but over time, the landscape will begin to erode away. You will end up losing any fertilizer, mulch or garden pebbles that you may have... View Article
January 12, 2018 1:03 am
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The purpose of a retaining wall is to hold back soil that would otherwise cave, slump or slide naturally. That means that any retaining wall design and construction has to be built with materials that are durable enough to perform these duties reliably, or else you will end up with a big mess on your hands. In order to make sure that your retaining walls in Wisconsin are reliable enough to avoid failure, here are some tips to keep in mind before, during and after construction. Understanding the priority The key to designing a long-lasting retaining wall that won’t fail is to remember that the goal is to build a load bearing wall that is able to retain soil first,... View Article
November 17, 2017 3:31 pm
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When you begin landscaping your yard, it is likely that you will have to reshape quite a bit of your space to achieve the aesthetic that you want. While you are turning soil, adding plants, pruning trees, shaping hedges and creating walkways, you are likely focused mainly on the way that your yard will look once you have completely finished your project. However, it’s important to keep in mind that appearance isn’t the only thing at play in your yard. There are several things that you will need to do to ensure that your yard remains functional after all of the cosmetic changes are made. One important addition that you may choose to include in your yard’s design is a... View Article
June 13, 2017 3:01 pm
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Chances are, you probably already depend on the power of a retaining wall—even if you’re not exactly sure what it is. The retaining wall plays an important role in protecting a structure from damage due to a soil collapse. A properly constructed and well-maintained retaining wall mitigates any soil erosion and washout after excavation. It can also prevent the soil from collapsing. If all works according to plan, you will never actually realize just how powerful they are, as they help prevent any risk of damage to your building or any bystanders. Read on to learn more about why retaining walls in Crivitz, WI are so important. What are retaining walls? You can think of a retaining wall like a... View Article
