Timber retaining walls can fail without warning—especially during heavy rains and slope saturation. Learn how to spot the signs and protect your property with expert repair solutions.
In our detailed video, we examine a timber retaining wall in North Carolina that failed due to slope destabilization and poor drainage. You’ll see how saturated soils and hydrostatic pressure can compromise even sturdy structures.
Based on real-world conditions, we step through a professional assessment process:
Slope Analysis & Drainage Inspection: Identifying water buildup zones that contribute to failure.
Anchor & Support Installation: Using steel reinforcements or helical anchors to stabilize walls.
Drainage System Integration: Redirecting water with French drains or trench drains to relieve pressure.
Retaining Wall Reconstruction: Selecting durable timber, backfill, and geotextile materials to rebuild properly.
DIY repairs often fail to address soil, drainage, and reinforcement needs. Our certified crews ensure each repair permanently halts movement, prevents future failure, and maintains safety for homeowners, businesses, and properties on sloped terrain.
Comprehensive inspections including geotechnical soil evaluation
Timber, block, or concrete wall reinforcement and rebuilding
Hydrostatic pressure relief systems to manage stormwater runoff
Permitting & engineering support for complex slopes
Warranty-backed repairs ensuring long-term structural integrity
Experiencing wall leaning, cracking, or slope shifting after heavy rains or irrigation? Don’t wait—soil pressure worsens over time. Fill out our form or call us today to arrange a complimentary site survey and get a personalized repair proposal from local North Carolina expert Michael Masserang.
A certified expert in the foundation repair, waterproofing, structural repair and crawlspace air quality industry since 1993.
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