On one of the real estate TV programs about flipping houses, misinformed fixer-uppers discover a tilting retaining wall. They erroneously explain that a high bank of dirt is pushing it over and ...

Retaining walls were first created to perform the simple and necessary task of holding back earth. And with good reason: Erosion is a natural process, but when it means soil being washed off your ...

There are a lot of ways your DIY projects can save you money, but that's only if you avoid major pitfalls. Choosing the wrong materials can end up costing you more than you think, and sometimes you ...

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: ...

Concrete is one of the most commonly used materials for retaining walls. However, there's another durable material that ...