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tm1900

Driveway Extension

4 years ago

We just completed a driveway extension and there's a bit of a slope and concrete showing up. Looking for ideas from the community on how to make this look better and exploring a couple options:


1. Building a retaining wall

2. Bring some dirt to raise the level close to driveway level and re-sod bermuda.


Factors that go into decision are mainly cost and aesthetics. Are there any other options, factors to keep in mind when doing this? Which option do you recommend?


Thank you all!

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  • 4 years ago

    I think grading the turf to slope gently from the driveway is the best solution both aestheticslly and functionslly.

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