The large retaining wall blocks Concrete Block Supply provides are the most cost-effective way to build a retaining wall but they are not the perfect fit for all applications. Please keep in mind in all instances these retaining wall blocks are poured with extra concrete, they are not perfectly finished, which is why they are not $250+ each. In most areas the large retaining wall blocks are simply plain with a standard concrete finish, but in a few areas the blocks are offered with a brick or slate finish for a more ascetically appealing wall finish. If you have a lot of moisture or a taller wall you may also need to install drainage pipe. A layer of rock or gravel 8¨ – 12¨ works well. Another thing to possibly consider is drainage. This is up to you as Concrete Block Supply provides blocks and not engineered walls. Depending on your specific application and how high you are making your retaining wall you may want to put a mesh fabric in between your block row to offer your wall more resistance against the soil. Most people only going a few blocks high and choose not to use any type of geofabric because the weight of the large retaining wall blocks is enough to hold back the soil.
This type of retaining wall type is called a gravity wall because they use their own weight to hold the soil behind them. The first step is to measure out how long of an area by how high of an area you need to form your wall. Most flatbed trucks can ship 13 (6’x 2’x 2’blocks) or 9 (5’x 2.5’x 2.5’ blocks) at a time so any multiple of 13 or 9 will get you the best bang for your buck if you want the blocks delivered. You will begin by leveling out the area for your first row of blocks. Set your first row, making sure each block is firmly set and level. Once you set your first row the second row and beyond will go much faster. It is recommended that you offset the blocks so that the joints do not line up, this will offer you more strength at the joint. At 6´L x 2’W x 2’H and 3500lbs or 5’L x 2.5’W x 2.5’H and 4,700lbs they make quick work of building a retaining wall.
ReCon specializes in helping its customers find unique solutions that save time, money and valuable real estate.A very popular use of precast concrete retaining wall blocks is to use them to form a cost effective retaining wall. Special procedures such as soil-nailing or veneering in front of H-pile can solve difficult site challenges. There are times when unique solutions are necessary on a particular project site. However, the difference is that ReCon retaining wall blocks are not placed by hand, but with equipment typically owned and used by most experienced retaining wall installers or landscapers. Proper installation procedures for a ReCon retaining wall follow closely those used for most modular, mortarless segmental retaining walls. And since no mortar is needed, the blocks stack up quickly. With a standard face size of 48" x 16", place just one block and you have installed 5.33 sq. Each block is made from wet-cast, air-entrained concrete with a minimum PSI of 3,000 for incredible strength and durability that exceeds industry standards. You can rest assured that your retaining wall will remain standing for years to come.Ĭall Shea Concrete Products at (800) 696-SHEA to get ahead on your precast concrete retaining wall project.Įconomical and easy to install, Shea Concrete retaining walls feature a unique locking system that permits walls as high as 12' without a geo-grid. Our precast concrete retaining wall blocks are designed to be long-lasting and meet the highest standards of strength and durability. Our variety of shapes, designs and unique textures give plenty of options to meet each of your retaining wall project needs. We also offer Rustic texture which is made to order. Our standard retaining wall block texture is Granite. If you want to catch a peek at prior jobs our retaining wall systems have serviced, take a look through our online gallery (below).Īre you looking to give your retaining wall system an aesthetically-pleasing appearance? Shea Concrete has you covered. With over a dozen block types to choose from, we meet the demands for many retaining wall applications. Shea Concrete’s extensive concrete retaining wall block inventory can be found in our online catalog. Shea Concrete’s high-performing precast concrete retaining wall systems stand tall in New England’s active climate, and because of their durability, remain a staple of our concrete products. Our precast concrete retaining wall blocks play a central role in the retaining walls that we design and manufacture.
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