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Retaining Walls

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This retaining wall in Oakland replaced an existing wall which was failing. The snap-tie forming system allows for the construction of tall retaining walls with minimum bracing.

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A level front yard / play area was constructed at this residence in Kensington by constructing retaining walls and then backfilling them with soil. Holes were filled for piers between 6'- 20' deep to support the wall and prevent lateral movement.

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A conventional retaining wall was installed at this home in Alamo to support the back side of the home and to retain the soil behind it in preparation for the construction of a large addition.

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Basement retaining walls can also function as foundations supporting either interior or exterior framing, and they are protected by drainage systems installed concurrently on the exterior of the new concrete.