Re: House on hill, falling retainer wall...

canopeily@xxxxxxxxx wrote:
I live in the middle of a fairly steep hill. Downside is my
driveway. Holding the driveway in place is a retainer wall
approximately 4 feet high by 50 feet long. The wall is tipping and I
have about a 4 inch space between the concrete driveway and the wall.
The wall is the end of the backyard to a neighbors house about 50 feet
downhill. If the wall goes, so does my driveway and possibly my
house.
Who do I call to repair? Is there a specialist? Costs? Any info /
ideas are appreciated. I don't think it will survive a winter here in
Pennsylvania. Homeowners insurance?

I'd start with foundation repair experts.

It ain't gonna be cheap. They'll probably have to long (20') install anchors
under your driveway (there goes the concrete) to prevent the wall from
tipping further. Perhaps drains to minimize future pressure.

Really dunno, but do get expert advice.


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