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Why put gravel behind retaining wall? Behind every great wall lies a layer of gravel! Why is washed rock essential for drainage and stability in retaining wall construction? The primary reason drainage is essential in retaining walls is to prevent the buildup of hydrostatic pressure. When water accumulates behind a retaining wall, it creates pressure that can compromise the wall’s structural integrity, eventually leading to failure. Call us for a free consult to learn if a retaining wall will work in your outdoor space! #retainingwall #construction #hardscape #landscaping #landscapedesign

Why put gravel behind retaining wall? Behind every great wall lies a layer of gravel! Why is washed rock essential for drainage and stability in retaining wall construction? The primary reason drainage is essential in retaining walls is to prevent the buildup of hydrostatic pressure. When water accumulates behind a retaining wall, it creates pressure that can compromise the wall’s structural integrity, eventually leading to failure. Call us for a free consult to learn if a retaining wall will work in your outdoor space! #retainingwall #construction #hardscape #landscaping #landscapedesign

Why put gravel behind retaining wall? Behind every great wall lies a layer of gravel! Why is washed rock essential for drainage and stability in retaining wall construction? The primary reason drainage is essential in retaining walls is to prevent the buildup of hydrostatic pressure. When water accumulates behind a retaining wall, it creates pressure that can compromise the wall’s structural integrity, eventually leading to failure. Call us for a free consult to learn if a retaining wall will work in your outdoor space! #retainingwall #construction #hardscape #landscaping #landscapedesign

Why put gravel behind retaining wall? Behind every great wall lies a layer of gravel! Why is washed rock essential for drainage and stability in retaining wall construction? The primary reason drainage is essential in retaining walls is to prevent the buildup of hydrostatic pressure. When water accumulates behind a retaining wall, it creates pressure that can compromise the wall’s structural integrity, eventually leading to failure. Call us for a free consult to learn if a retaining wall will work in your outdoor space! #retainingwall #construction #hardscape #landscaping #landscapedesign

Did you know that not all aggregate—or stone, sand and gravel—is created equally? Whether you're building a road, a bridge, school, hospital, home—or any type of infrastructure—the quality of the aggregate matters more than you might think! Aggregate serves as the foundation of construction projects—providing stability and strength. However, factors like size, shape, texture and composition can significantly impact the performance and durability of a project. For example, high-quality stone, sand and gravel meeting strict provincial and municipal specifications such as limestone, dolostone and granite—which is often found close to the GTA—is used for concrete and asphalt. The hardness, durability and resistance to weathering makes it an ideal choice long-lasting infrastructure. But aggregates meeting other strict provincial or municipal specifications are used for road and subbase where the emphasis lies more on providing a stable, long-lasting foundation. It is important to remember that each stone, whether designed for high-quality concrete or road bases, plays a crucial role in infrastructure development. #infrastructure #roadbase #concrete #howitsmade #roadbuilding #pits #quarries

The process of dismantling or tearing down a wall within a building or structure. This may be done for various reasons, such as remodeling, expansion, or structural repairs. The demolition process typically involves assessing the wall’s construction.                                                                                              #Buildingdemolition #concretebreaking #concretecrushing #concretecutting #corecutting #industrialdemolition #factorydemolition #chimneydemolition #silodemolition #foundationdemolition #civilstructuredemolition #plantdemolition #silentdemolition #controldemolition #controlblasting #chemicalanchoring #retrofitting #civilalteration #civilrepairs #soilexcavation #rockexcavation #implosionblasting #implosiondemolition #piledemolition #highreachdemolition #shearcutting #structuralshearcutting #grouting #rockbreakeronrent #trandingposts

"Compacting the floor before casting concrete is essential to ensure stability, prevent future cracking, and provide a durable foundation for any house project." #ConstructionTips #ConcretePouring #FoundationWork #HomeBuilding #DIYConstruction #ConstructionSafety #BuildingStrong #ConcreteFoundation #GroundPreparation #ConstructionBasics

Differed Maintenance can become extreme Putting off maintenance on a home or building compounds over time. These two 16th century homes are side by side stone construction with concrete/stucco finish Its hard to say if the food gaveway first or if there was some other structural issue or fire?. What is obvious is one has been maintained and one not. 🇮🇪 #capitalturners #realestate #passiveinvesting

What is the MARKHAM system for concrete deck waterproofing? Learn about the earliest iteration of TOP-TECT! https://lnkd.in/gaVs75XQ #Concrete #Construction #CarPark #Waterproofing #Durability #AddingLifeToConcrete