Retaining Walls & Concrete Masonry
Strong retaining walls that prevent erosion and create usable space on sloped properties.
Why You Need a Retaining Wall
If your property has a slope, you know how hard it is to keep soil from washing away when it rains. Retaining walls hold back soil, prevent erosion, and create level areas you can actually use. They also protect your home foundation, driveway, and landscaping from sliding soil.
We build concrete retaining walls and masonry walls for residential and commercial properties in Buena Park. Whether you need a small garden wall or a tall engineered wall to stabilize a steep hillside, we design and build walls that are strong, safe, and built to last. Our work includes proper drainage, reinforcement, and engineering when required by code.
Retaining Wall Options
We build several types of retaining walls depending on your needs, budget, and site conditions:
- •Poured concrete walls: Solid, monolithic walls with steel reinforcement for maximum strength.
- •Concrete block walls: Built with interlocking masonry blocks, ideal for moderate height walls.
- •Segmental retaining walls: Dry-stacked modular blocks that interlock without mortar.
- •Cantilever walls: Engineered walls with a thick base that extends under the soil for stability.
- •Gravity walls: Heavy walls that rely on their weight to resist soil pressure.
- •Decorative masonry walls: Walls built with natural stone or decorative block for appearance and function.
Built Right With Proper Drainage
The biggest mistake people make with retaining walls is not planning for drainage. Water builds up behind the wall and creates pressure that can push the wall over. We install drainage systems behind every wall we build. This includes gravel backfill, perforated drain pipes, and weep holes that let water escape.
For walls taller than 4 feet, most cities require engineering and a building permit. We work with structural engineers who design walls that meet code and handle the specific loads on your property. The engineer calculates the footing size, reinforcement, and wall thickness needed for your situation.
Even shorter walls benefit from proper engineering principles. We build a solid footing below the frost line, install rebar for reinforcement, and backfill with the right materials. These steps prevent the wall from tipping, sliding, or settling over time.
What You Can Do With Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are not just functional. They also create opportunities on your property. You can level out a sloped backyard to add a patio or lawn area. You can build terraced gardens that are easier to maintain. You can protect your driveway from soil erosion. You can even add seat walls or planters that serve double duty as retaining walls and outdoor features.
We also build retaining walls for commercial properties, including parking lots, drainage channels, and landscape features. Whatever your project, we make sure the wall is engineered correctly and built to handle the load.
Need a Retaining Wall?
Let us evaluate your property and design a wall that solves your erosion and slope problems. We handle engineering, permits, and installation. Call for a free consultation.
(714) 880-7879