How long does wall installation take?

• <div><p>Installation typically takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the wall’s size and site conditions.</p></div>

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Q: Why do retaining walls lean?

• <div><p>Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.</p></div>

Q: Does a 2-foot retaining wall need drainage?

• <div><p>Each design is different, so we can&rsquo;t say definitively if you&rsquo;ll need a dedicated drainage system in place for a two-foot retaining wall. However, you can likely skip the drainage, as this project is typically served for walls that are 4 feet tall or more. Even with a relatively low wall, consider drainage if you are building on top of clay or poor-draining soil types or if there are buried water sources nearby, like a well used for other <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/beginning-home-gardening-guide.htm">outdoor garden projects</a>.</p></div>

Q: How much does wall installation cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $5,000 to $15,000, depending on size, material, and design complexity.</p></div>

Q: Can I build a retaining wall myself?

• <div><p>Even if you think you know <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-build-a-retaining-wall.htm">how to build a retaining wall</a> theoretically, doing the actual work is a completely different story. There are lots of nuances in building retaining walls, and the slightest oversight can compromise their integrity. Therefore, we recommend you hire a pro to build, repair, or replace retaining walls.</p></div>

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lyndee comes and cleans our house weekly and does a fantastic job, she will do just about anything you ask her too and dosent mind our dogs being home while she is cleaning! She supplies her own cleaning supplies which i love bc if your anything like me you have no time to go to the store to get...
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The fence company owner did a quality and professional installation in a timely and precise manner that exemplified his pride in his work. I am very well satisfied with the attention to detail, time to complete the job, and overall cost of the service performed. I would highly recommend B Line...
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They are thorough, professional and very knowledgeable. We a re e very satisfied with there service and will use them again and recommend them to others Awesome job. Ray A Weeks
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We had the privilege of watching two of the finest people work at removing old carpet, particle board, installing plywood, leveling our floors and installing carpet and carting away hundreds of pounds of materials. Their work ethic, hard labor, excellent workmanship, attention to detail,...
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Nick was very professional and willing to really listen to what I was trying to accomplish with my historic renovation. He took the time to come up with modern solutions for my home while keeping the historical integrity. I would highly recommend for any roofing project, large or small. I will...
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A little concern on first day that they might not have the equipment to get the job done. Then on day 2 it all came together like clockwork! Would definitely use them again!
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He is a good guy and he will do anything when comes to painting or wallpaper.
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The gutters turned out beautiful. You really don't even know they are there except for the down spouts. Waiting for rain to test them out. The installers were professional and polite. We are very pleased with the whole process.
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it was very easy to install. my only problem was the cellular phone card in the control module was for a T mobile service. I t wouldnt work because i dont have a cell phone signal for T mobile at my house. I called and the overnight shipped me a Verizon card with instructions to replace the...
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Retaining Wall Installers questions, answered by experts

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

Each design is different, so we can’t say definitively if you’ll need a dedicated drainage system in place for a two-foot retaining wall. However, you can likely skip the drainage, as this project is typically served for walls that are 4 feet tall or more. Even with a relatively low wall, consider drainage if you are building on top of clay or poor-draining soil types or if there are buried water sources nearby, like a well used for other outdoor garden projects.

Installation typically takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the wall’s size and site conditions.

Costs range from $5,000 to $15,000, depending on size, material, and design complexity.

Even if you think you know how to build a retaining wall theoretically, doing the actual work is a completely different story. There are lots of nuances in building retaining walls, and the slightest oversight can compromise their integrity. Therefore, we recommend you hire a pro to build, repair, or replace retaining walls.

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