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davebarnes · 12-13-2013, 04:35 PM

It is leaning out because it was built with inadequate drainage (and freezing water expands).
Research the topic and then have it rebuilt.
You cannot have too much drainage.

Invite Pedro over and have him build you a wall.

wit-nit · 12-13-2013, 11:31 PM

Leaning retaining wall = incorrect foundation construction. As said above start over.

MrWillys · 12-14-2013, 06:54 AM

Masonry Field Note: Cold Weather Construction | Portland Cement Association (PCA)

Concrete is similar, and must be kept from freezing. My brother had to heat, and tent a foundation in Alaska.

Placement of Concrete in Cold Weather ~ Engineers Daily

cully · 12-14-2013, 07:25 AM

Is it historic? Real stones, not "veneer" type? I've seen many in historic areas that were temporarily supported as I mentioned earlier. Some somehow had what looked like a giant 2', about 1" diameter staple in them periodically. Held them until they got fixed from bottom up.

Do you have clay soil in there? That can be a big problem and needs to be amended.

Are you in a historic district where you need any approvals?