Timber Retaining Walls

TIMBER RETAINING WALLS FROM STRATEGIC FENCE COMPANY

Strategic Fence and Wall Company are timber retaining wall specialists in Colorado. We have been involved in projects both large and small, from civil construction for roads to small timber planter boxes for flowers and shrubs.

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WHY MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES NEED RETAINING WALLS

On sloped properties, soil erosion is a real threat to buildings, roads, and other structures. Retaining walls help stabilize the ground when slopes and elevations change throughout the terrain. It’s important to reinforce soil and decrease its tendency to erode due to weather or settlement processes.

Retaining Walls Help Accommodate:

Slopes
Dips
Inclines

Retaining wall construction manipulates a landscape so it’s more usable, whether as a residential yard or a commercial site. They bring beauty to any property, as well as functionality.

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Do I Need a Retaining Wall?

If you’re building a sunken patio, creating a walkout basement, or facing a drastic change in ground elevation, you might need a retaining wall. They also come in useful for creating terraced gardens in hilly or mountainous terrain, and landscaping focal points.

Do I Need a Permit for a Retaining Wall?

For remodels and new construction alike, retaining walls usually require a permit. Check with your local municipality before breaking ground; it’s also important to have an accurate land survey so you know if there are any utility lines in the path of your worksite.

How Deep Does a Retaining Wall Need to Be?

For every 12 inches of height above ground, a retaining wall should be 1 inch deep. For commercial projects, sometimes retaining walls are required to be a minimum of 6 inches deep. Depth can vary based on the materials used and the type of retaining wall being built.

How Strategic Fence can help

When we develop a design and installation strategy with you for a retaining wall, we’ll typically use pressure treated lumber that is available in olive green or brown colors. We use a wood preservative to extend the life of the timbers so they withstand the elements for years to come.

Usually, the timbers we use in retaining walls are 6 inches x 6 inches, but we can build a wood retaining wall with 6 inch x 8 inch or 8 inch x 8 inch timbers.

There are a variety of retaining wall systems, including:

Crib Walls
Solid Walls
Steps (that act as retaining walls)
Cantilever Walls
Piled Walls
Hybrid Wall Systems

The type you choose for your home improvement or commercial project will depend on what type of landscape you’re currently working with. If you need help determining the best type of retaining wall for your Colorado property, get in touch with Strategic Fence today.

SUMMIT COUNTY, COLORADO RETAINING WALL INSTALLATION ESTIMATES

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TYPES OF RETAINING WALLS OFFERED BY STRATEGIC FENCE

Learn more about the walls we design and install below.

Crib Walls

This design is very strong because it is essentially one big box filled with 2″ – 4″ diameter washed rock. As a type of gravity wall, they are constructed of interlocking timbers that form boxes.

The boxes are then filled with drainage materials such as crushed stone or coarse rock. The rock allows groundwater to pass through the crib retaining wall, which takes hydrostatic forces out of the picture. Good drainage should always be coupled with a retaining wall system to prevent water buildup behind the wall.

With crib walls, there can also be a large footprint that will restrict any settling. Not sure if we can tackle the terrain on your property? Our tallest crib wall to date reaches a staggering height of 32 feet.

Solid Walls

Solid walls are better suited for smaller-scale projects, or where there is limited space. Sometimes levels are stepped back and flowers and shrubs are planted to help increase the visual appeal of a solid retaining wall.

Steps

Steps can be incorporated into retaining wall construction or free standing. Handrail systems can be added if desired.

THE STRATEGIC FENCE COMPANY MISSION

With careful design and installation from Strategic Fence, you can create a functional and aesthetically pleasing retaining wall that will make your mountain property more useful, all while maintaining proper drainage. We will work closely with you to craft the exact design that suits all of your needs.

TRUSTED RETAINING WALL INSTALLATION COMPANY IN SUMMIT COUNTY, COLORADO

Strategic Fence is a company you can trust for your home and business retaining wall project. Get in touch today for an estimate.

What Our Customers Are Saying

See what residents and businesses are saying about their experience with Strategic Fence.

    
 
 
       So impressed with every aspect.  The quoting and installing went perfectly.  The fence is beautiful and functional with great quality.  The crew who came were friendly, helpful and professional.  Would recommend to anyone.  Keep up the great work!!!
  
 
     Josh Kate 
 2021-12-03
 
 
 
      We had the most beautiful fence installed in less than two days. The efficiency of the team to make something so well so quickly is nothing short of remarkable!
  
 
     Dori Welch 
 2020-08-05
 
 
 
      I am a general contractor who uses Strategic Fence and Wall Company for all of our fencing needs. They are second to none when it comes to prompt professional service. From the excellent administration to the personnel in the field, Summit Homes Construction could not ask for a better partner then Strategic Fence and Wall Company. High quality, personable, professional company, period.
  
 
     Kevin Berg 
 2020-07-14
 
 
 
      We love our fence and retaining wall. The crew did an amazing job! It transformed our open lot on a busy street into a beautiful, private space.
  
 
     Elizabeth Donley 
 2020-06-10
 
 
 
      The team at Strategic provided a great experience start to finish. Response to my initial inquiry, working through options and quotes, helping to get survey work done, scheduling the work and follow up were all prompt, professional and very friendly. The fence they built for us looks fantastic and exceeded our expectations for quality and craftsmanship. It is always a pleasure to work with a company that values great communication, has obvious passion for what they do AND how they do it and delivers on their promises. I would highly recommend Strategic for your fencing project.
  
 
     Craig Bouck 
 2020-06-03
 
 
 
      Strategic did fences on three adjacent residences at the same time. They completed job in two days. Showed up on time and did a very professional installation. I would recommend them highly. Great crew.
  
 
     Robert Sanders 
 2020-05-14
 
 
 
      The gentleman very professional during this pandemic. Very historical moment for them to shine and make the client feel very comfortable as they wore masks and socially distanced themselves from me. I have underlying health conditions and I appreciate their professionalism. The office staff is a pleasure to work with, providing prompt updated information. The quality of the fence is worth every penny and in the category of Priceless and perfect. If I could have hugged the employees I would have the fence is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for providing me with the Safety and Security I've been looking for in my backyard!!!!
  
 
     Nicole NSconsulting 
 2020-04-24

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