Retaining walls can be found as landscaping elements in residential or commercial properties that hold back earth from moving downwards onto a path, driveway, or roadway. Essentially, they stabilize a hill so the area below the retaining wall is usable and safe. Retaining walls can be made out of stone, blocks, or concrete—the latter is probably the easiest to install, as stacking stone and blocks entails quite a lot of labor.
A concrete retaining wall designed and installed by R&M Concrete will provide the lateral support you need to properly hold back soil or backfill. They can be plain and grey or designed to mimic the look and feel of stone, brick, and other styles, with custom colors available. Similar to other concrete installations, retaining walls can be stained or dyed to match your current landscaping, and even to stand out as a centerpiece.
Tulsa Concrete Walls
Simple concrete walls can be poured to serve a variety of purposes. While retaining walls typically serve the purpose of holding back earth, a concrete wall can be installed as a sound barrier, decorative element, planter box, and more.
Pouring a concrete retaining wall or a functional concrete wall may seem like a bigger challenge than simply pouring concrete onto the ground but for the professionals at R & M Concrete in Tulsa, it’s just as routine. In essence, a concrete wall is created by setting forms, lining them with a texture liner, pouring colored or plain concrete into the form, waiting for it to cure, and then stripping away the form and liners. At this point the various components can be stained or left as is.
Frequently Asked Questions About Concrete Walls
Generally, residential retaining walls under 4 feet tall do not require a building permit in the Tulsa metro area, provided they aren’t supporting a surcharge (like a driveway or a slope above the wall). For structures over 4 feet, our team coordinates the necessary engineering and municipal permitting.
Poured concrete offers vastly superior structural integrity. Interlocking blocks rely purely on gravity and friction, making them prone to shifting over time. A solid, steel-reinforced poured wall creates a single continuous structure that cannot slide or separate.
Most residential concrete wall installations take between 3 to 5 days from excavation to form stripping, depending on the length and height of the wall. We allow the concrete to cure properly before backfilling soil against it to ensure maximum structural strength.
Professional Concrete Wall Pouring
Whether you need a retaining wall, a decorative concrete wall, or a functional concrete wall installed, the professionals at R & M Concrete have over 30 years of experience as family-owned and locally operated business, and will ensure your vision is made a reality. If you’re unsure of the proper height or length for your retaining wall, our experts can take measurements and discuss your needs in order to develop a plan that results in a safe, great looking retaining wall.
If you’re interested in a decorative wall feature but aren’t sure how it will fit into your landscaping, our staff can help too. We’ve worked on thousands of Tulsa area projects over the years, which means we’ve see it all. No matter your needs or challenges, we’ll find a solution that meets your requirements.
For more information about concrete retaining walls or general concrete wall design contact R & M Concrete in Tulsa today.
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