Maintenance Guides / Lawn & Outdoor

Inspect retaining wall

Difficulty: easyTime: 20 mins

Why it matters

Retaining wall failure costs $10,000-$50,000+ and creates liability. Annual inspection catches problems early.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Visually inspect the entire retaining wall for bulging or leaning.

  • 2

    Look for horizontal or diagonal cracks in the wall surface.

  • 3

    Check the base for erosion, settling, or movement.

  • 4

    Verify drainage behind the wall is functioning.

  • 5

    Look for water seepage or wet spots indicating poor drainage.