Constructing Retaining Wall Courses

What happens here

This step involves building the main structure of the retaining wall by stacking multiple courses of blocks. Workers carefully lay each retaining wall block, using a large rubber mallet, commonly referred to as a sledgehammer, to firmly tap them into their final position. To maintain precise horizontal alignment and prevent deviations in the wall, a string line is meticulously set and followed along each course. Additionally, before placing each new layer of blocks, the previous course is cleaned with a Makita leaf blower to remove any dirt or debris, which helps ensure proper seating and structural integrity.

Goal: Stack and align multiple courses of retaining wall blocks to desired height.