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How much does a retaining wall cost per foot?
It all depends on the height, materials used and the length. If you can let me know what you'd like to use (i.e. retaining wall modular block, chopped stone, poured-in-place concrete) I can probably give you a pretty good idea.
How much does a 6x6 timber retaining wall cost per foot?
July 1, 2010. I recently had a timber retaining wall installed. All work was done by hand. It took 4 men approx. 19 hrs to dig, build, and back fill a 4.5' X 19' wall made of 12' 6"X6" .4 pcf pressure treated timbers, cradles, tie backs, rebars, screws, cement, mortar, stone, sealer, and glue. The cost worked out to 35$ / sq. ft. These men worked very hard and build a very high quality wall. I wanted .6 pcf or higher timbers but it made the job unaffordable.
How do you find load bearing walls in a 2 story?
You will need to go to the level above the wall. If girders, joists or another wall is supported by your initial wall, then that becomes a 'load'. Supported by by the wall downstarirs, Thus bearing a load
How many studs in a wall that is 32' long 16 on center?
there would be 24 studs, but this does not include the bottom plate, top plate(s) or the necessary tie-in at the corners of the wall It's actually 25 studs, you need to add one for the end. This is providing you have no partitions, windows or doors in wall. And as mentioned above if you are going to tie-in to another wall or two you will need extra studs. You will also need 96' of plate material.
How many 2x4's to build a wall 18' high and 90 feet long?
12' is max for a 2 x 4 wall. You will need 69 studs for a 90' wall with 16" centers.
Where can I buy retaining wall blocks?
I want to add a new look to my garden. Is there a store that sells retaining wall blocks?
Where can one buy materials to buy a retaining wall?
I need some help building a retaining wall, where can one buy good quality materials to start to build a retaining wall.
How do I know if I need to install a retaining wall?
A retaining wall is to help stop soil errosion. If you have a hill or elevated part of the land that could or is erroding then you should put in a wall.
How can I fix a sagging retaining wall?
First, you need to get a builder or handyman out to provide a quote on whether the retaining wall can be repaired or needs replacing. Then you can engage their services to do the job.
What is the maximum height of a wall before a handrail is needed?
14 ft
What kind of retaining wall blocks does Home Depot stock?
The Pavestone 12 in. x 8 in. Concrete Retaining Wall Block features angular units great for large tree rings, garden rings, garden terraces and curved and straight wall projects. The self-aligning rear lip and automatic setback helps provide stable, hassle-free installation.*Size and weight are approximate.
How does one learn how to engineer a retaining wall?
There are many places to learn how to build a retaining wall. One can buy software that will design the wall, or one can watch do-it-yourself videos to build a wall. A retaining wall is a solid brick wall, sometimes it holds soil and acts as a planter, and other times it divides the property. To build a retaining wall, one must survey the property, find out the length of space they are looking to cover and decide how many bricks they would need to use in order to build a wall.
What are the forces act on a retaining wall?
Outward Force: dirt pushing against retaining wallInward Force: atmospheric pressure, the retaining wall pushing against the dirtDownward Force: gravity, atmospheric pressure, the retaining wall pushing against the earth.Upward Force: The earth pushing against the retaining wall.
What is the difference between breast wall and retaining wall?
retaining wall is constructed at upstream of a road formation whereas breast wall is constructed at its downstream.
What company fixes retaining wall blocks?
I am looking to hire someone for fixing retaining wall blocks. What company does this?
What is the difference between a retaining wall and a breast wall?
breast wall
I am planning to build a retaining wall around half of our Above Ground Pool. It is being built into a slope. What is the best material and way to build the retaining wall and keep it streamlined?
I suggest you use a Permacrib Retaining wall. They have a an adaptation to give the wall a completely closed face
