PROFESSIONAL RETAINING WALLS
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RETAINING WALLS
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Retaining Wall Rochester NY

Retaining Wall in Rochester – If your property has water drainage issues and you need solutions, or you need concrete retaining wall blocks Rochester NY, you may have considered the types of retaining walls that you could build for lasting results. At Aldric Concrete Contractors, we know that dealing with drainage concerns can often pose big problems, especially when you want to preserve and protect other parts of your property in the Rochester, Western New York area.
IF A RETAINING WALL SOUNDS LIKE WHAT YOU NEED, BUT YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE ENVISIONING THE FINISHED RESULT, OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS CAN HELP YOU WITH THIS IMPORTANT PROJECT FROM START TO FINISH.
Design- One of the first, and most important, steps we take when building a retaining wall is design. We’ll take accurate measurements, create the proper layout, and ensure that each part of your property that needs support and protection is accounted for before construction. Additionally, we can work with you to create the retaining wall design that you like, so it matches your vision for your outdoor living spaces.
Materials- If you have seen other retaining walls that look like an eyesore on someone else’s property, you may be dreading putting one on your own, despite the necessity. At Aldric Concrete Contractors, we believe you should love the look and feel of your retaining wall just like you do any other part of your outdoor space or landscaping features. We’ll help you choose the materials for your retaining wall that match your outdoor design concept and will look great as a backdrop in any area of your yard.
Retaining wall Construction- Once we have the proper design and your preferred materials, we’ll begin the retaining wall construction process. It’s important to us to work quickly and efficiently while also maintaining open communication with you throughout the course of the project. We know that scheduling a major outdoor project can be stressful, but we’ll always work to ensure that the process is hassle-free and your project goes off without a hitch.
Results- Your retaining wall will be the ideal landscaping feature, a stable wall to help with water drainage, and long-lasting support for your property. When you work with us at Aldric Concrete Contractors, we’ll always make sure you are completely satisfied with the results, and we know you’ll see the difference when you have us design and install a retaining wall on any part of your property.
At Aldric Concrete Contractors, our team is made up of industry professionals with over 20 years of experience in the commercial and residential construction industry. Not only are we committed to providing you with the services you need, but we also always work to build your trust and show you that we are a credible resource for all your outdoor living needs. We specialize in designing luxurious outdoor living spaces in the Rochester, Western New York area, and we are equipped to help you achieve your goals for your home or business. Contact us today if you need more information about building a retaining wall or to schedule an estimate for your property. We look forward to working with you!
Signs Of A Failing Retaining Wall
Most often, a retaining wall will show signs of failure in one of three ways:
Collapsing/Tilting Retaining Walls
Soil issues and/or poor construction are often the culprits for retaining walls that are tilting. This can happen if the footing toe is too small or if the wall wasn't properly reinforced. Railroad tie retaining walls can begin to collapse due to wood rot or deterioration.
Most retaining walls require drainage "weeps". If water accumulates behind the wall, this additional weight can cause clay soils to expand, leading to cracks and tilting.
A retaining wall separating from the adjoining walls in Camden
Retaining Walls Separating From Adjacent Walls
Like collapsing/tilting retaining walls, walls that are separating from adjacent walls are often caused by poor quality construction.
A separating retaining wall may not have been designed to withstand the weight that actually bears on the wall. Poor drainage and inadequate reinforcement or connection to the adjacent wall are other possible causes. In unusual cases, expansive soils may also cause a retaining wall to separate from an adjoining wall.
A collapsing, crumbling retaining wall in Piedmont
Crumbling/Failing Retaining Walls
Retaining walls can crumble for a wide variety of reasons, most related to the improper design of the walls itself.
Often, the wall was not designed to bear the weight load behind it. In the case of concrete retaining walls, the issue may be inadequate, weak, or poorly mixed concrete.
Concrete retaining walls may also have been designed with inadequate steel rebar, resulting in insufficient strength.
Repairing Retaining Walls
To repair retaining walls, we at Aldric Concrete Contractors typically recommend either wall anchors or helical tiebacks to restore structural integrity.
Both wall repair techniques use a strong steel wall bracket on the exterior of the retaining wall to brace the wall and properly distribute the anchor's clamping pressure.
With both wall anchors and helical tiebacks, your foundation repair contractor will also attempt to return the wall to its original position, restoring its appearance and structural integrity.
Wall anchors accomplish this by driving an anchor rod through 1" holes driven into the retaining wall. These rods are connected to earth anchors that are placed within augured holes within the soil beyond the retaining wall.
Once assembled, the wall plate is installed, and the rod assembly is tightened. This can potentially straighten the wall and return it to its original position.
Helical anchors are installed from the exposed face of the retaining wall, through a hole cut in the wall. The anchor's helical blades help to pull it deep into the soil and anchor it there. After closing the hole in the retaining wall, a wall plate is installed and a nut is tightened over the protruding threaded rod to brace the wall.
Wall anchors are generally the more economical solution to repairing a retaining wall. However, in some cases, wall anchor installation is not a possibility, and helical anchor installation must be considered.
This includes situations where the rocky soil is an issue, or when space restrictions make auguring a hole beyond the retaining wall an impractical solution. Your foundation repair specialist will be able to advise you on the most appropriate solution for you.
Learn about our foundation wall anchor system.
What NOT To Do
Like other solutions for structural issues, you will encounter many options for repairing your retaining wall. Here are two "fixes" that we at Aldric Concrete Contractors do NOT recommend:
Rusted wall plate anchors in a retaining wall repair in Rochester.
Our wall anchor systems are designed with galvanized steel to help protect from rust and corrosion. We include a 25-Year Manufacturer's Warranty with each installation, as well as our own in-house installation warranty.
Removing & Rebuilding The Retaining Wall:
Unless the retaining wall is showing extensive deterioration, removing the walls and rebuilding them should not be a necessary step.
Removing and rebuilding a retaining wall is an expensive, time-consuming process that typically involves heavy equipment, major excavation, extra labor, and the loss of valuable landscaping features.
Poor Quality Wall Anchors:
Retaining wall anchors are exposed to the elements -- both in the soil and on the wall plates themselves.
If these anchors are poorly made or not treated to resist corrosion, they will quickly look old and unsightly. This will lower the property value and possibly lead to early failure of the wall anchor system.
We recommend installing wall anchors made with galvanized steel -- with a written warranty that stands by the product for decades to come.
We Repair Retaining Walls In Rochester and all of Western NY!
At Aldric Concrete Contractors, we provide warrantied solutions for retaining wall repair throughout South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia. For homeowners interested in learning more about their unique problem, we offer free, written retaining wall repair quotes at no obligation. To schedule an appointment with one of our specialists, call or e-mail us today!
We proudly serve Rochester and all of Western New York.
GET A FREE QUOTE!
IF A RETAINING WALL SOUNDS LIKE WHAT YOU NEED, BUT YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE ENVISIONING THE FINISHED RESULT, OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS CAN HELP YOU WITH THIS IMPORTANT PROJECT FROM START TO FINISH.
Design- One of the first, and most important, steps we take when building a retaining wall is design. We’ll take accurate measurements, create the proper layout, and ensure that each part of your property that needs support and protection is accounted for before construction. Additionally, we can work with you to create the retaining wall design that you like, so it matches your vision for your outdoor living spaces.
Materials- If you have seen other retaining walls that look like an eyesore on someone else’s property, you may be dreading putting one on your own, despite the necessity. At Aldric Concrete Contractors, we believe you should love the look and feel of your retaining wall just like you do any other part of your outdoor space or landscaping features. We’ll help you choose the materials for your retaining wall that match your outdoor design concept and will look great as a backdrop in any area of your yard.
Retaining wall Construction- Once we have the proper design and your preferred materials, we’ll begin the retaining wall construction process. It’s important to us to work quickly and efficiently while also maintaining open communication with you throughout the course of the project. We know that scheduling a major outdoor project can be stressful, but we’ll always work to ensure that the process is hassle-free and your project goes off without a hitch.
Results- Your retaining wall will be the ideal landscaping feature, a stable wall to help with water drainage, and long-lasting support for your property. When you work with us at Aldric Concrete Contractors, we’ll always make sure you are completely satisfied with the results, and we know you’ll see the difference when you have us design and install a retaining wall on any part of your property.
At Aldric Concrete Contractors, our team is made up of industry professionals with over 20 years of experience in the commercial and residential construction industry. Not only are we committed to providing you with the services you need, but we also always work to build your trust and show you that we are a credible resource for all your outdoor living needs. We specialize in designing luxurious outdoor living spaces in the Rochester, Western New York area, and we are equipped to help you achieve your goals for your home or business. Contact us today if you need more information about building a retaining wall or to schedule an estimate for your property. We look forward to working with you!
Signs Of A Failing Retaining Wall
Most often, a retaining wall will show signs of failure in one of three ways:
Collapsing/Tilting Retaining Walls
Soil issues and/or poor construction are often the culprits for retaining walls that are tilting. This can happen if the footing toe is too small or if the wall wasn't properly reinforced. Railroad tie retaining walls can begin to collapse due to wood rot or deterioration.
Most retaining walls require drainage "weeps". If water accumulates behind the wall, this additional weight can cause clay soils to expand, leading to cracks and tilting.
A retaining wall separating from the adjoining walls in Camden
Retaining Walls Separating From Adjacent Walls
Like collapsing/tilting retaining walls, walls that are separating from adjacent walls are often caused by poor quality construction.
A separating retaining wall may not have been designed to withstand the weight that actually bears on the wall. Poor drainage and inadequate reinforcement or connection to the adjacent wall are other possible causes. In unusual cases, expansive soils may also cause a retaining wall to separate from an adjoining wall.
A collapsing, crumbling retaining wall in Piedmont
Crumbling/Failing Retaining Walls
Retaining walls can crumble for a wide variety of reasons, most related to the improper design of the walls itself.
Often, the wall was not designed to bear the weight load behind it. In the case of concrete retaining walls, the issue may be inadequate, weak, or poorly mixed concrete.
Concrete retaining walls may also have been designed with inadequate steel rebar, resulting in insufficient strength.
Repairing Retaining Walls
To repair retaining walls, we at Aldric Concrete Contractors typically recommend either wall anchors or helical tiebacks to restore structural integrity.
Both wall repair techniques use a strong steel wall bracket on the exterior of the retaining wall to brace the wall and properly distribute the anchor's clamping pressure.
With both wall anchors and helical tiebacks, your foundation repair contractor will also attempt to return the wall to its original position, restoring its appearance and structural integrity.
Wall anchors accomplish this by driving an anchor rod through 1" holes driven into the retaining wall. These rods are connected to earth anchors that are placed within augured holes within the soil beyond the retaining wall.
Once assembled, the wall plate is installed, and the rod assembly is tightened. This can potentially straighten the wall and return it to its original position.
Helical anchors are installed from the exposed face of the retaining wall, through a hole cut in the wall. The anchor's helical blades help to pull it deep into the soil and anchor it there. After closing the hole in the retaining wall, a wall plate is installed and a nut is tightened over the protruding threaded rod to brace the wall.
Wall anchors are generally the more economical solution to repairing a retaining wall. However, in some cases, wall anchor installation is not a possibility, and helical anchor installation must be considered.
This includes situations where the rocky soil is an issue, or when space restrictions make auguring a hole beyond the retaining wall an impractical solution. Your foundation repair specialist will be able to advise you on the most appropriate solution for you.
Learn about our foundation wall anchor system.
What NOT To Do
Like other solutions for structural issues, you will encounter many options for repairing your retaining wall. Here are two "fixes" that we at Aldric Concrete Contractors do NOT recommend:
Rusted wall plate anchors in a retaining wall repair in Rochester.
Our wall anchor systems are designed with galvanized steel to help protect from rust and corrosion. We include a 25-Year Manufacturer's Warranty with each installation, as well as our own in-house installation warranty.
Removing & Rebuilding The Retaining Wall:
Unless the retaining wall is showing extensive deterioration, removing the walls and rebuilding them should not be a necessary step.
Removing and rebuilding a retaining wall is an expensive, time-consuming process that typically involves heavy equipment, major excavation, extra labor, and the loss of valuable landscaping features.
Poor Quality Wall Anchors:
Retaining wall anchors are exposed to the elements -- both in the soil and on the wall plates themselves.
If these anchors are poorly made or not treated to resist corrosion, they will quickly look old and unsightly. This will lower the property value and possibly lead to early failure of the wall anchor system.
We recommend installing wall anchors made with galvanized steel -- with a written warranty that stands by the product for decades to come.
We Repair Retaining Walls In Rochester and all of Western NY!
At Aldric Concrete Contractors, we provide warrantied solutions for retaining wall repair throughout South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia. For homeowners interested in learning more about their unique problem, we offer free, written retaining wall repair quotes at no obligation. To schedule an appointment with one of our specialists, call or e-mail us today!
We proudly serve Rochester and all of Western New York.
GET A FREE QUOTE!
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ABOUT ROCHESTER NY
Rochester is a city on Lake Ontario, in New York State. Old industrial buildings cluster near the Genesee River’s High Falls. A vast collection of toys and dolls forms the core of the Strong National Museum of Play. The George Eastman Museum, on the early-1900s estate of the Kodak founder, has photography exhibits, film archives and gardens. Rochester Museum & Science Center has hands-on displays and a planetarium.
• Area: 37.17 mi²
• Population: 206,848 (2019)
• Mayor: Lovely A. Warren
Top sights in Rochester NY:
The Strong Museum, George Eastman Museum, Memorial Art Gallery, Seabreeze Amusement Park
• Area: 37.17 mi²
• Population: 206,848 (2019)
• Mayor: Lovely A. Warren
Top sights in Rochester NY:
The Strong Museum, George Eastman Museum, Memorial Art Gallery, Seabreeze Amusement Park
Is Rochester NY a safe place to live?
With a crime rate of 42 per one thousand residents, Rochester has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 24.
Is Rochester New York a nice area?
The larger than life city provides its residents with a small town feel as everyone feels safe and comfortable. Other notable points about Rochester include: It has a pretty decent job market. The cost of living is great compared to other cities in New York.
What is Rochester New York famous for?
The Flower City
Rochester, known as The Flower City and The World's Image Center, is the third-largest city in the state of New York, after New York City and Buffalo. Lake Ontario lies to its north, with the Genesee River flowing northward through the city and over a set of three waterfalls.
Rochester, known as The Flower City and The World's Image Center, is the third-largest city in the state of New York, after New York City and Buffalo. Lake Ontario lies to its north, with the Genesee River flowing northward through the city and over a set of three waterfalls.
Is Rochester NY expensive to live?
Rochester's housing expenses are 7% lower than the national average and the utility prices are 1% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 15% higher than the national average. Rochester has grocery prices that are 1% lower than the national average.