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 ...
California's recent atmospheric river storm brought heavy rain, flash floods, and mudslides, underscoring the vulnerability ...
Size the trench so there's enough room for the retaining wall block and at least 8 in. of space behind it. Excavate deep ...
Dear James: I’m planning a veggie garden on my sloping lot so I need a retaining wall. I have used timbers before, but blocks might hold up better. Which method do you prefer? -- Steve W. Dear Steve: ...