Earth retention systems such as retaining walls aren’t simply a beautiful landscaping feature for residences or business grounds. In many cases, they’re a necessary addition to protect your property from soil erosion and other damage. Choose the right Denver retaining wall contractor, and you can add landscaping which is attractive and functional.
Why Does Your Denver Property Need Earth Retention Systems?
Denver isn’t a particularly flat city, and because of that, the problem of soil erosion is real. Soil will naturally tend to move downhill, especially during storms, which can significantly reshape your property over time – or even relocate the soil outside your property!
So, retaining walls bring several big benefits:
1 – Protecting the soil
The primary purpose of a retaining wall is to provide a barrier and vital support that prevents your soil from eroding, especially on sloped ground. The wall prevents the soil from migrating far, and supports the overall structure of the landscape.
This protects your property, as well as preventing the need for re-landscaping down the line. Trucking in replacement soil and spreading it can be quite expensive.
2 – Protecting your natural elements
If you have a lot of greenscaping, the wall will serve double duty by also ensuring that the soil doesn’t erode away from your trees, shrubs, and bushes. Otherwise, erosion can leave the roots exposed, starving the plants while making them more vulnerable to physical damage. A particularly strong storm might even uproot the entire plant, if its roots lack enough soil to hold it in place.
3 – Controlling drainage
Retaining walls also improve your water management. When designed and placed by an expert Denver retaining wall contractor, the walls will also help direct the flow of water during storms, ensuring it flows towards desired drainage paths rather than flooding the grounds.
This, too, protects your greenery from flooding as well.
4 – Improved structural stability
In particularly bad cases, soil erosion and poor drainage can even weaken the stability of permanent installations. Too much soil erosion can lead to shifting ground, leading to issues such as cracked foundations or uneven pavement. This is of particular concern to businesses, since uneven terrain can be a slip-and-fall hazard that could leave you responsible if a visitor is injured.
5 – Improved Property Value
Finally, it’s worth mentioning that earth retention systems tend to increase property values, up to 10%-15% in some cases. Between the inherent beauty of a well-built retaining wall, and the ground protection they provide, walls can be a very potent selling point if you’re looking to sell.
Reach Out to Designs by Stonescapes Today!
Designs by Stonescapes are your expert Denver retaining wall contractors, with over 20 years’ experience installing beautiful, functional earth retention systems across the area. We are available for jobs of all sizes, from back yards to major corporate or governmental facilities. In every case, you’ll benefit from our experience as we craft custom stonework features that will protect your property and boost its value for years to come.Contact us to learn more or request a free consultation.