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How to Add Drainage Behind Existing Concrete Retaining Wall

Hours September 27, 2021June 14, 2024
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A common question I see: I have an existing concrete retaining wall that was installed without drainage. How do I add drainage to this wall to keep it from failing? Before we proceed, note that…

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How to Repair a Crack in Concrete

Hours November 14, 2020January 6, 2022
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I just had a patio poured a month ago, and now it has a giant crack! What do I do about this crack in the concrete?!? Fear not. I will let you in on a…

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Avoid Cracks in Concrete

Hours November 7, 2020January 6, 2022
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Concrete can make a great patio, driveway, or retaining wall. However, precautions are necessary to avoid unsightly cracks. In this article, we will discuss construction techniques to avoid concrete cracks. Plastic Shrinkage Cracks Wet concrete…

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Block Walls | Wall Failures

How Retaining Walls Fail – Concrete Patio Behind the Wall

Hours October 4, 2020November 9, 2022
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In the picture below, there are several issues that will cause long term problems with the performance of this newly constructed retaining wall. As constructed, this wall will deform and the concrete patio behind the…

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