Question 1

Do retaining walls in Flat Rock NC need an engineer?

Accepted Answer

If the wall is tall, supports a home/driveway, or sits on a steep slope, engineering is typically required for safety and code compliance.

Question 2

What are common retaining wall problems in Flat Rock?

Accepted Answer

Leaning, cracking, bulging, and washed-out backfill—usually caused by poor drainage or weak base prep.

Question 3

Can you repair an old or failing retaining wall?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We inspect the wall and drainage, then stabilize, reinforce, or rebuild depending on what the site needs.

Question 4

What retaining wall systems do you install in Flat Rock?

Accepted Answer

We install SRW block walls, reinforced earth (MSE/geogrid) walls, big-block systems, boulder walls, and geo-anchor/soil-nail systems.

Question 5

How much does a retaining wall cost in Flat Rock NC?

Accepted Answer

Pricing depends on height, access, soil conditions, drainage, and wall type. We provide a firm quote after a site visit.

Question 6

How long do retaining wall projects take?

Accepted Answer

Most Flat Rock projects take a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on scale, access, and engineering.

Question 7

Do you build drainage behind every retaining wall?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We use a clean-stone drainage zone with pipe and outlets because water pressure is the #1 reason walls fail.

Question 8

Can you build retaining walls on steep Flat Rock lots?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We bench/step the base into competent soil or bedrock and reinforce the wall to prevent sliding or settlement.

Question 9

Do you work with tight-access or mountain terrain sites?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We specialize in difficult terrain and use the right equipment and staging to build safely.

Question 10

Do your retaining walls come with a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our engineered walls are built to spec and backed by workmanship and performance warranties.

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