About DIY Retaining Wall®

Here at DIY Retaining Wall®, we bring your retaining wall project to fruition. Whether you need guidance on how to build a retaining wall yourself, want to know how much it will cost, or need to hire an engineer we have you covered. We offer engineered drawings in Georgia, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Ohio, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

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Meet the Owner

My name is Matt and I am the owner of DIY Retaining Wall®. I am an engineer with extensive knowledge in the retaining wall industry. I will help you prepare for all steps of planning and building a retaining wall. Find out more about me and DIY Retaining Wall®.

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DIY Retaining Wall® – Block Walls: Helping you with all steps of planning and building your own retaining wall using segmental concrete blocks

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If you are planning to build a retaining wall utilizing segmental concrete blocks, check out our book on Amazon! It is a step-by-step guide for every step in completing a non-engineered segmental block retaining wall. Segmental block retaining walls are by far the easiest for a DIYer.

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Homeowners

We offer a variety of services, whether you plan to build the wall yourself or hire a contractor to build it from our drawings.

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Common Questions

A retaining wall allows you to create a near vertical face on what would normally be a slope. A retaining wall is designed to “retain” or hold back the soil behind it and resist the horizontal loads from the soil pushing against it.

Every retaining wall has its advantages and disadvantages. The options include segmental block, concrete cantilever, wood, pile and lagging, natural stone, and many more. We can help you decide which retaining wall is right for your project.

Generally, when a retaining wall exceeds 4-ft in height (including what is buried) a building permit will be required along with a signed and sealed engineering design. However, you should consult with an engineer even if it is not required by law. Check out our Services to see how an engineer can assist you.

No matter what materials you are using, a strong retaining wall starts with a proper foundation. But even the strongest retaining wall can be destroyed by water. That is why it is necessary to install proper drainage.

Contractors & Commercial Projects

Commercial projects have their own unique requirements. This includes a full set of drawings and calculations for approval by the owner.

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