Retaining walls are near-vertical to vertical structures used to retain material and prevent it from eroding or slipping. Wall features support the terrain where the soil angle exceeds the slope and would otherwise collapse as in a hillside slope.
There are four basic types of retaining walls: gravity retaining wall (the most basic), cantilevered retaining wall, sheet piling retaining wall, and anchored retaining wall. Each type has specific purposes and all will help prevent soil erosion, manage rainwater flow, and save your yard from falling.
Retaining walls provide the substance to include beautiful stonework and hardscape features while transforming your landscape and establishing central features such as flowerbeds and gardens. Materials used for retaining walls can vary from bricks, pavers, and un-mortared stone to concrete, dry-stacked stone, wood, and more.