How to Build a Retaining Wall: Gravity vs Reinforced Walls

Types of Retaining Walls

Retaining walls hold back soil and manage elevation changes in your yard. The two main types are:

• Gravity Walls: Rely on the weight of the blocks to hold back the soil. Best for walls under 4 feet tall.
• Reinforced Walls: Use geogrid mesh to anchor the wall deep into the soil behind it. Required for walls over 4 feet tall.