How do I find out who owns my retaining wall?

A fence and/or a retaining wall that is built on the center line of the boundary is owned by both neighbors (50-50%). If the fence or wall is on your property, then you own it and if on your neighbor’s property, your neighbor owns it.

What kind of damage can a retaining wall do?

Water damage to retaining walls and privacy walls ranges in import from cosmetic (photo at below left) to catastrophic collapse that can damage other property or even injure or kill someone. of RETAINING WALL DAMAGE we describe catastrophic retaining wall collapses traced to water loading behind the wall.

Why did my neighbour pay for a retaining wall?

Neighbour had to pay for new retaining wall about 14years ago. My property is on the low side. The reason was the natural contour of the land – next door built up with soil and my property followed natural contour. This was Brisbane btw… bmc likes this. Retaining walls is tough one to answer as it is not the same as boundary fencing.

What should I do about my retaining wall?

Repairing a Retaining Wall 1 Causes of Retaining Wall Problems. Retaining walls have to work a lot harder than freestanding walls. 2 Retaining Wall Repair Options. Whether a retaining wall is built of stone, block, concrete or wood, it can begin to lean. 3 Anchoring a Retaining Wall. …

Can a retaining wall be treated as a dividing fence?

It will depend on the State the property is located in and who’s lot the wall is located on. A retaining wall is not treated the same as a dividing fence. This is the general rule, unless specific circumstances rule otherwise. Click to expand… What if the upper property damages the wall through renovation?

When does homeowners insurance not cover retaining wall damage?

If the damage to your retaining wall is due to freezing and thawing water or the weight of water, ice or saturated soil, homeowner’s insurance will not cover the loss.

What’s the best way to repair a retaining wall?

The typical repair the use of Steel rebar in the wall or plasters against the wall or even wall reconstruction and of course steps to stop the cause of the damage in the first place. You also need to have an evaluation or any impact on the structure that may have already occurred becaue of foundation movement.

How tall is the retaining wall next to my house?

While we strive to provide a wide range offers, Bankrate does not include information about every financial or credit product or service. My next-door neighbor has a sloping driveway with an 8-foot-high retaining wall that’s 1 foot away from my property. The wall desperately needs repair in several places.