Framing the Front of a Concrete Retaining Wall | Expert Tips for 2024

Watch as we repair a concrete retaining wall that withstood over 50 years of wear and tear until the storms of late 2023 finally caused issues with drainage and footing.

Beyond the tight access, we’re installing a pier and grade beam system, reinforcing the structure with rebar 10 and 12 inches on center with Simpson ties WT-8s for added strength during the pour.

We’ve also made vital design adjustments to give the wall extra stability and height.

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At All Access Construction, we bring over 20 years of experience specializing in essential services like structural retaining walls, piers, concrete work, drainage solutions, and grading, focusing on the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento.

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[Chandelier]

I work for BN. Where do you guys work? I’d. Love to get in touch and get you guys some feedback and get you some free wire for the video.

[builditatx]

How did you dig piers that deep? Thanks for uploading this.

[leew]

How do you get that pronounced texture on your forms for board form? Do you pressure wash them. Love your videos. Super efficient approach. Smart

[Benjamin_Holland]

Do yall ever build lumber gang panels? seems like a couple sizes of those could work on a lot of your jobs. Don't know if it'd be any faster for these guys, looks like they know what to! do Nice vid!

[rogerz]

Wall tie spacing? 3 feet apart? Looks like 2 feet apart ? Thank you.

[richardthomas]

This guy dose great work, Why dose the engineer not require a double Matt in the wall?

[leew]

One more question. How do you secure your forms on inside corners. Do you just leave them and use the wall tie to hold the corner?

[MartinMartinez-urtg]

can you make a video after you pour on how to remove the 2x12 boards?

[allaboutspanishforbb]

how deep is the footing for this retaining wall?