Retaining walls need a drainage system to prevent water from causing structural and soil health issues. Weep holes spaced every four feet will suffice for shorter walls, but taller walls also need a ...

Q: My house foundation was poured on a sloping lot. I stopped by just after the forms were stripped from the foundation, and I think the foundation was poured too deep. The ground on one side of the ...

If you're planning a retaining wall in Kitsap County this year, the rules have tightened around drainage and footing design. The 2026 permit process now strictly enforces the updated Stormwater Design ...

Why they matter: Retaining walls prevent erosion, manage slopes, and create usable garden or seating areas, adding both beauty and value to your property. Material choices: From natural stone and wood ...

Want to build a retaining wall? Here are some things you need to know: 1. Before starting construction, check with local building codes for height and setback restrictions and engineering requirements ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Design flaws in a retaining wall drainage system and heavy rains during construction may have contributed to a “slope failure” that caused the collapse of ...