The buried secret behind the wall... It may not be a treasure.

ALERT!!: If you build segmented RETAINING walls there is something you should know, you may be at risk. With ease we could make this a 4 page article, instead it will be divided among other future blogs under different headings. Based on a serious scenario that played out a few seasons back and due to the sensitivity it captured the attention of some industry leaders.

 What we think we know, what we know, and what is preached about wall construction via block manufacturers as good business practice and industry standards, as advocated by NCMA will come into question. This may present a whirlwind of confusion. As Individual contractors in the Hardscape construction  industry you can decide what will be in your own best interest. So here we are..... As a general rule of thumb we all have heard through out the industry that GeoGrid is required behind a wall at a finished height of 4' and above. This has been interpreted by contractors as "we never have to use GeoGrid unless the RETAINING wall is 4' or above". The rule of thumb is incorrect as well as the interpretation. 

Here is where it begins....GeoGrid can, may and should be used on RETAINING walls less than 4'. This is not my "Alternative Perspective". It is how ever a circle of  confusion that begins with the block manufacturers spec. Now I'm not pointing blame, this is not a blame game. However the awareness of many contractors not knowing or misinterpreting this grey area will begin to unfold as industry professionals begin to participate in this blog.  If you enjoy this blog you will want to read the "Wally.... Nope, Folly!" Future blog. Thank you for reading. This is my Alternative Perspective..... What is yours?

Welcome to the Hardscape Rant

This blog was a test page. A small article called "Winter Blood Money" was posted that generated lots of positive feed back . We will randomly be posting Rants surrounding some of  the everyday occurrences in the Hardscapes industry. With the collaboration of manufacturers reps. we will blog on various products, installations, and trends . TheHardscapeRant is not intended to force feed one sided opinions or create unnecessary heated debate. Generating conversation that may add awareness, greater insight, and an alternative perspective for the landscape construction community is our goal. Forceful badgering of  others opinions will not be welcome. Our mission is to create an interactive community that may cultivate better individual business practices. To deliver strong valued content it will be critical you take part in a new movement and contribute by subscribe to the blog and expressing your percpective. One easy way to subscribe is via email. Find the box to the right type your email address in the field and click "submit" a link from "feedburner"  on behalf of the hardscaprant will be sent to the email address you entered, click the link and you've successfully subscribed. Please see my contact info and message us details or request a phone interview with topics, points of interest, or people you may want involved. Stay tuned for the next blog February 24, 2013 regarding GeoGrid that is bound to generate some confusion. Thank you for subscribing!