Although there are many styles and colors that can be completed with Allan Block retaining walls, the material cost is very competitively priced with other types of materials.
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| Allan Block Retaining Wall |
Without spending too much time getting off topic, let’s look at the least expensive route, timber retaining walls.
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| timber wall |
Pros
- Tried and true over the last 50+ years.
- Materials readily available
- Easy Installation
Cons
- Life Expectancy (15-25 years)
- Maintenance – seal coating wall every 3 – 5 years
- Environmental disposal costs
Although you may have a significant up-front cost reduction, the cost of a timber wall over the lifetime of an Allan Block wall will not be a competition. Allan Block will cost you less over the 50+ years that they are installed due to time, maintenance, and rebuild.
Next let’s discuss a natural stone type retaining wall. These can be comprised of limestone, boulders, or other natural rock that is available in your region.
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| Natural Stone wall |
Pros
- Natural aesthetic
Cons
- One of the most expensive options
- Doesn’t install as easy as module block or timber walls
- May require special equipment due to the size and weight of the material
Since Allan Block has a cost-effective solution and there are so many collections and finishes to Allan Block retaining walls, there will be a better solution using a modular block outside of just the pocket book.
Lastly, if we were to compare a traditional masonry wall, or cast in place retaining wall.
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| Cast in Place wall |
Pros
- Can be designed for any application
- Tried and true for hundreds of years
Cons
- Typically the most expensive
- Non-flexible – will crack in frost or seismic areas
- Specialized installation – formwork and steel required
A ball park cost savings from a cast in place retaining wall to an Allan Block system can be roughly 50%. If you don’t like saving money AND having a wall that looks better then cast in place is your route to go!
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| Allan Block Retaining Wall |
Now that we know Allan Block is a cost-effective solution for nearly ALL sites, it really comes down to what collection and color you would like in your backyard. Feel free to visit allanblock.com to select a store near you or call your local dealer for cost and availability.
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| Allan Block Retaining Wall |
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