Visual inspection only, below grade not inspected: Retaining walls are visually inspected for deterioration, leaning or other signs of failure. Portions of the structural components are below grade and therefore cannot be inspected. Determination of the adequacy of a retaining wall is outside the scope of a home inspection absent any signs of failure.
Near/at end useful life, budget for replacement: The retaining wall is near or at the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the retaining wall.
Past end useful life, budget for replacement: The retaining wall is past the end of its useful life. We recommend establishing a budget to replace the retaining wall.