A wall is more than blocks: proper drainage fabric, free-draining backfill, perforated pipe to daylight
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A wall is more than blocks: proper drainage fabric, free-draining backfill, perforated pipe to daylight, and weep holes relieve pressure. Skipping these in Atlanta’s rainy climate invites premature wall failure.