Home Improvement

Retaining Walls

Functional retaining walls built to support and improve your landscape.

How we help

Good work starts with a clear plan.

A well-planned retaining wall can manage grade changes, define outdoor spaces, and improve curb appeal. We build with stability and a clean finished appearance in mind.

Retaining walls do more than divide a landscape. They manage changes in grade, help organize sloped property, and can create cleaner usable areas when properly planned. AM Solutions builds and repairs retaining walls for Pittsburgh-area properties.

Wall height, soil pressure, drainage, base preparation, and nearby structures all affect the correct approach. We review the site and intended purpose before discussing materials and construction.

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The scope

Built around your property.

The exact work is confirmed before your appointment or project begins. These are common priorities, not a one-size-fits-all checklist.

01Block retaining walls and landscape borders
02Replacement or improvement of failing wall sections
03Base preparation and layout
04Drainage considerations appropriate to the scope
05Grading and finish coordination around the wall

Our approach

Simple from first call to finished work.

Clear communication and a practical scope keep the work focused from the first conversation through completion.

1
Review the slope
We examine the grade, access, drainage, wall condition, and nearby improvements.
2
Plan the wall
Dimensions, materials, base, drainage, and the intended finished appearance are considered.
3
Build from the base
The wall is installed in stages with careful alignment and site cleanup.

Before we begin

A little preparation goes a long way.

Bulging, leaning, separation, and water collecting behind a wall can point to more than a cosmetic issue. Larger or structurally significant walls may require engineering, permitting, or specialized work; those needs should be identified before construction begins.

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Common questions

Helpful answers before you call.

Have something else in mind? Tell us what is happening at the property and we’ll help you determine the next step.

Why do retaining walls fail?

Common contributors include poor drainage, an inadequate base, soil movement, and pressure beyond the wall design. An inspection helps identify likely causes.

Can an existing retaining wall be repaired?

Some walls or sections can be repaired, while others need reconstruction. The condition of the base and extent of movement guide that decision.

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