Not only are rock retaining walls a very functional part of the landscape, retaining walls are very quickly becoming a fashion statement outside homes around the Portland areas. With more and more homes being built on hills for better views, it becomes necessary to add retaining walls to create the level lawns and patios as well as to hold the earth back from getting into your home However, it is also becoming increasingly common to add retaining walls just for the classic yet modern look they add to the landscape.

Adding a retaining wall when geography does not require is a very common way of updating the look of your landscaping. You can add terraced levels, build walkways or just add flowerbeds by putting in retaining walls in your yard.
To get a level yard or raised garden when your house is built on a hill, you will need to add a retaining wall. Usually, some form of drainage is also added in this to ensure there is no water build-up. The upside of this is that your yard will look very beautiful since it will get a terraced look and you will be able to grow plants and create garden areas more effectively.

Retaining walls can be built out of different kinds of materials. The most appealing is natural stone, but you can also get other materials like brick, concrete or a blend of these for your retaining wall. Another material choice is cut stone which looks natural in your landscape and thus gives your yard a very classic look.

Retaining walls are best built by those who understand the construction techniques. Things like proper drainage and understanding how the soil can be best kept back are very important when building a retaining wall. It is also important to build the retaining wall correctly so it will offer years of use without maintenance. You can call Paradise Restored for more information and a free quote if you are looking to get a retaining wall constructed in the Portland, Oregon area. Let Paradise Restored create the perfect rock retaining wall for your Portland home or business.