There are two distinct types of walls: retaining and  decorative walls.

    Decorative walls can be made of many materials and laid directly on properly compacted soil. They should generally be no more than two feet high. These walls are for decoration and are not intended for support. A retaining wall is a different matter. Anyone can stack blocks or stone, but it takes a professional with the right equipment to complete the job properly.

    If you are considering having a block retaining wall built make sure you are working with a certified installer.

     We have level one certification for design and construction of segmental retaining walls. This certification was obtained through Reading Rock, the major manufacturer of segmental retaining block (Allan Block) in the Cincinnati area.

 

   

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