Concrete Retaining Wall
When building a retaining wall, there are so many factors to consider. For one, which material will be the best to use to suit your purposes. We can safely say that using concrete for your retaining wall is one of the best options due to its strength and durability, after all the main purpose of the wall is to retain. It is necessary to use the services of a professional contractor like us here at Fresno Concrete Contractor so that you can be sure you are getting the best quality of work done and that your retaining wall will stand the test of time.
Gravity Retaining Walls
If you didn't already know, you will soon find out that there are a variety of different types of retaining walls to choose from, all with their own added benefits. Gravity walls are a popular choice because they make use of their own weight to hold it in place which in turn holds the soil behind it. This type of gravity wall can range from small ones which are under 4 feet, to large ones. So if you are interested in a gravity retaining wall then let us evaluate your surroundings and let you know if this will be a good fit for you.
Cantilever Retaining Walls
This type of retaining wall can be quite large with heights of up to 18 feet. Cantilever retaining walls work based on leverage holding it up because its design is in the shape of an inverted 'T' which gives it the leverage that it needs. This method of retaining wall uses a lot less concrete than the aforementioned gravity wall. It does however require more design work and evaluation to ensure that the requirements of the wall are matched by the area that you want it to be built-in. So if this sounds like the retaining wall that you want, then get in touch with us and we will make it happen.
Counterfort Retaining Walls
As you probably know by now, we are specialists in building all types of retaining walls. A counterfort retaining wall is generally used in large-scale retaining walls as they reach heights of 20 to 40 feet. They are also built to an angle with the main purpose of strengthening the wall. If the retaining wall you want to build is over 25 feet high then this is definitely the best option for you. If this sounds like the type of retaining wall that suits your needs and purposes then reach out to us so that we can get working on delivering exactly what you need.
The Best For You
When undergoing any type of construction, you need to remember that not every type of design suits every space. This is why what works for one doesn’t necessarily work for the other. This is where we come in with our years of experience in the industry which benefits you because you have access to a wealth of knowledge when you utilize our services. So allow our team of experts to put their skills to good use and advise you accordingly so that you get the best value for your money. As many of our clients will tell you, money spent at Fresno Concrete Contractor is money well spent.
