Retaining Wall Engineer Design & Assessment Services
Combining Engineering Excellence with Innovative Design
Combining Engineering Excellence with Innovative Retaining Wall Design At Exactus Engineering, we deliver specialized engineering solutions for retaining wall design and site evaluations. Our engineers combine technical precision with practical implementation for every retaining wall project. Our structural engineer team analyzes site conditions, soil properties, and loading pressure requirements to create durable, code-compliant retaining walls that effectively manage terrain challenges. An expertly designed retaining wall is a critical component for many sites.
Whether you're developing a residential property, commercial site, or infrastructure project, our team of engineers provides the expertise needed to design retaining walls that offer long-term performance while meeting all regulatory requirements. An engineered retaining wall is essential not just for compliance, but for creating safe, functional spaces. The proper design of a retaining wall ensures it stands the test of time. Our engineers are experts in all aspects of retaining wall engineering.
Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are essential engineered elements designed to manage soil and elevation changes. A retaining wall is built to prevent erosion, control water runoff and pressure, and simultaneously boost the visual appeal of your property. These retaining structures ensure your landscape is as secure as it is stunning. The wall design must account for these functions.
Our Retaining Wall Design and Engineering Services
Types of Retaining Walls We Design:
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Gravity Walls
These sturdy walls rely on their own weight to hold up the soil. These are recommended if you really need to prioritize durability.
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Cantilevered Walls
Built using reinforced concrete beams and slabs, these retaining walls offer solid support for the load. These retaining structures can take on the weight of heavy loads due to their efficient design. An engineer must carefully calculate the forces on this type of wall.
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Anchored Walls
Reinforced with anchors driven deep into the soil for extra stability. Even when the ground beneath is on the brink of shifting, these walls ensure everything stays put.
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Sheet Pile Walls
Made from a variety of materials, these retaining walls are a compact powerhouse. They’re perfect for supporting soil in tight spots where space is a premium, often used in waterfront construction or temporary retaining needs. The design of this wall type is specialized.
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Segmental Retaining Walls
These versatile, modular blocks, often used for segmental retaining wall design, offer both strength and flexibility and adapt to different shapes and needs. They bring together aesthetics and functionality in one neat package, so they’re perfect for creative landscapes. Our engineers ensure proper design for these retaining walls.
Additional Retaining Structure and Site Services by Our Engineers
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Slope Stability Analysis
We ensure your land remains steady and secure. This way, your slopes won’t budge even when the elements try to shake things up.
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Seismic Design Considerations
Our engineers design retaining walls and other retaining elements with seismic shifts in mind, ensuring the wall performs during unexpected earthquake events. This is a critical aspect of retaining wall design in many regions.
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Erosion Control Planning
Keeping your landscape looking its best and safe from natural wear and tear. Our aim is to prevent issues from being swept under the carpet until they become costly disasters.
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Construction Oversight and Inspection
Our engineers make sure every step of the retaining wall construction and wall installation meets our top-notch standards. From start to finish, we see to it that we don’t fall behind schedule nor let retaining wall details slip through the cracks. An engineer from our team can oversee the construction of your wall.
Our Design Process
Site Assessment for Your Retaining Wall
Our engineers begin with a comprehensive site analysis for your retaining wall project, evaluating soil composition, slope conditions, and environmental factors. This critical preliminary examination for the retaining wall enables us to identify site-specific constraints and engineering challenges, ensuring a sound and optimized retaining wall design approach. Every wall needs this initial step.
Customized Retaining Wall Design Planning
Our engineers create a custom retaining wall design that ticks all the boxes—meeting both structural requirements and your personal preferences. Every retaining wall project is tailored by an engineer to fit your vision and functional needs perfectly. The wall design is unique to your site.
Material Selection for Your Retaining Wall
Picking the right materials is key for any retaining wall. Whether you’re after stone, brick, concrete retaining blocks, or something else for your wall, our engineers ensure durability and aesthetic appeal to match your retaining wall design demands. The choice of material impacts the wall's performance and appearance.
Structural Analysis of the Retaining Wall
Our engineers dive deep into detailed structural analyses to guarantee your retaining wall stands up to lateral earth pressure and environmental loads. You'll have peace of mind knowing your retaining wall investment, designed by a competent engineer, is rock-solid. This analysis is fundamental to any wall design.
Drainage Solutions for Your Retaining Wall
Effective drainage is crucial for every retaining wall. Our retaining wall designs include smart drainage solutions to manage water pressure behind the wall and maintain the wall’s longevity. Without proper drainage, a retaining wall can fail.
Why Choose Our Engineers for Your Retaining Wall?
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Expertise
We’ve spent years mastering civil and structural design. From checking soil stability to building rock-solid foundations, we know how to get our hands dirty to ensure your project’s success, big or small. With us, you can trust your project is on solid ground—no cracks, no worries, just pure solid results.
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Customized Solutions
We believe solutions should never be generic or ordinary because each project is unique. That’s why we take the time to get to know your project and what it needs. We’ll visit the site, develop custom drainage solutions, and carefully address every little detail to ensure everything is executed with precision.
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Quality Assurance
Our service doesn't end when the project is completed. We stick around, making sure everything we build stands up to the toughest standards of safety—codes, regulations, industry standards, and all. No cutting corners here, just exceptional work that’s rock solid and safety-approved.
OUR PURPOSE
"Delivering fast, technology-driven site surveys and engineering solutions with precision, experience, and unmatched turnaround time."
Frequently Asked Questions
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More than just piling up stones and bricks, there’s a lot that goes into designing a retaining wall: soil type (sandy, clay, etc.), slope gradient or the steepness of the terrain where the wall will be built, and the intended load on the wall or the weight the wall needs to hold up. Understanding these elements ensures a stable, functional structure. Our team will analyze them to design the safest and most effective retaining wall so you won’t have any unexpected showdowns with gravity.
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Retaining walls require regular inspections and upkeep to stay in top form. We first look for signs of wear and tear. This includes cracks and shifts. In case there are issues, even the smallest ones, we ensure every issue is promptly resolved at its root. Proactivity ensures your wall remains strong and sturdy for the long haul.
Get Started with a Free Consultation
Contact us today to discuss your project requirements, and let Exactus Engineering help you construct your vision with precision and excellence. Trust in our expertise to deliver solutions that are safe, reliable, and cost-effective.