Homeowners have lots of reasons to build retaining walls. Have issues with erosion and runoff? Is flooding a threat? Need to hold back dirt? Want to build a patio? The answer to all these needs and ...

When it comes to choosing a retaining wall to hold back runoff in a terraced area, there are a lot of choices. Concrete walls are particularly popular because they are easy to use and come in a nice ...

Q: Tim, I’ve seen quite a few failed retaining walls. Many have bulges or have tipped over. What needs to be done to ensure I only do mine one time? I’ve seen photos of walls hundreds of years old ...

Retaining walls built of stone or brick are the traditional style and usually blend nicely into their surrounding landscape. The question is, though: are these really the best materials for the job ...

Q. I want to build a retaining wall that’s going to look great for years. At my last house, I had a short retaining wall around a patio that started to lean out toward the lawn. The little wall was ...

Jenn Nawada talks compost; Retaining wall; Tom builds front hall closet built-ins Jenn Nawada explains what composting is and how you can get started composting at home; As a part of her backyard ...