Identify Common Retaining Wall Mistakes

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Begin by understanding common mistakes that lead to retaining wall failures. Many contractors build retaining walls incorrectly, leading to issues like landslides. Educating yourself on these pitfalls is the first step to avoiding similar problems. A specific mistake highlighted is the use of vertical joints in wall construction, as these create weak points. An example wall shown is only 3 years old but has already started to separate due to such weaknesses.

Goal: Understand initial common errors in retaining wall construction.