A few years ago, we had a retaining wall installed, and recently I've noticed some sizable holes showing up along the perimeter. These holes are deep enough that an adult foot can fit into them, but they're actually appearing in the soil that was used to backfill against the wall, rather than in the wall itself. Does anyone have ideas on what might be causing these holes and how I could go about filling them? Thanks!
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It sounds like there might be something going on beneath the surface. From what you've described, one possibility is that there could be a broken pipe leaking water, which could erode the soil over time. Another thought is that the original contractor didn’t properly compact the soil when the wall was built, leading to sinking spots. I'd suggest calling in the contractor for a look; if they're licensed, they might have some liability insurance that could help with repairs. It’s better to address this before it gets worse!
I couldn’t help but chuckle at the thought of wild parties by your wall! But jokes aside, could you share some more info? Pictures of the area, the wall's age, and soil type would really help folks give you better advice. It could be a number of things, but without details, it’s hard to pinpoint.
Yeah, it really helps to get a pro to check it out. If it’s a drainage issue, fixing it sooner rather than later could save you a lot of money down the line!