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Safe Concrete Retaining Block Wall Design and Construction

3/22/2011

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Many property owners are under the misconception that a concrete retaining block wall (or CRB wall for short) is built with the retaining blocks as the only element in the design. This is a dangerous premise, and the following are some pointers on the elements that should be incorporated into a CRB retaining wall. (NB. These elements may vary according to the Engineer's Design)

In order to build a SAFE, STABLE, and DURABLE wall using concrete retaining blocks, the retaining wall must incorporate a FOUNDATION, DRAINAGE, SOIL REINFORCEMENT or STABILISATION, and SOIL FILTER layers. Further, it is a requirement (in South Africa) that all retaining walls higher than 1m must be DESIGNED BY A PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER and constructed in accordance with the design.

Ramtar Construction is in the unique position to be able to offer you in-house design services included with our wall construction package. Our retaining walls are all designed by a Professional Civil Engineer and constructed in accordance with industry best practice. Use our contact page today and obtain a free quotation (subject to T&C).
5 Comments
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7/12/2012 05:38:23 pm

I admire the valuable information you offer in your article. my opinion is that there has to be a middle or common ground that we all can find.

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7/19/2012 09:26:46 pm

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8/20/2012 02:55:31 pm

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9/1/2021 12:05:36 am

As the owner of retaining walls dallas, concrete retaining blocks are definitely a favorite of mine. They're just so easy, they're simple to use, they're big (so it's covers more ground), and they're just all around a good material for retaining walls. Thanks for sharing!

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Daphne link
5/17/2022 01:00:49 pm

Trust us to build a safe concrete retaining wall at your residential or commercial property expertly and efficiently. I truly appreciate your great post!

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