How to Build and Install Concrete Block Retaining Walls

Redi-Rock installs like a one-ton Lego, and who doesn’t love playing with Legos? Each massive, one-ton block has a knob and groove design that makes retaining walls fast and easy to install. All that’s required is a small excavator and a 1-2 person crew. With 5.75 sq. ft. of face per block, walls go up fast—plus, the design of the blocks allows for curved walls, 90 degree corners and much more to make a custom wall simple to install.

With fork slots for easy loading and unloading during retaining wall construction, you'll be glad you chose Redi-Rock for your project!

Installation Manual

Here you will find a thorough, step-by-step process for installing Redi-Rock walls. This is a must-read for anyone installing Redi-Rock walls.

Download the Installation Manual in 3 sections to find:

  • Part 1:
    • Pre-construction Checklist
    • Detailed construction sequence info
    • Details on installing all Redi-Rock product lines, including the PC System
  • Part 2: Block Details
  • Part 3: Construction Details
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News

Dec 01, 2011
Custom Tennis/Basketball Court for Home

When the owners of this Washington home wanted to install a tennis/basketball court, their hilly property presented some unique challenges. To create enough space for a court, they needed to contend with a 20-ft. elevation change on the proposed site.

The biggest selling point of the Redi-Rock system was the ability to build the retaining walls without requiring geogrid.

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Nov 19, 2011
U of Idaho Stadium Access Walls

When the University of Idaho needed to create access to the lower elevation of the Kibbie Dome stadium, retaining walls nearly 20 feet tall were required.

“Gabion baskets are an older technology, and the newer way (Redi-Rock) won,” explained Scott Becker, engineer with Hodge and Associates.

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