MINNEAPOLIS, MN--(Marketwired - Jan 31, 2014) - Allan Block Corporation, a leading provider of retaining walls, today announced the launch of the AB Courtyard Walls Estimating App, available for the iPad/iPhone. This new application is a full featured tool that guides a customer through the step-by-step process of designing and estimating patio and seating wall projects with AB Courtyard. Showing how to build with the product is available in detailed graphics and videos to give a customer a complete design, estimate and build package.

By following a set of simple steps, this user-friendly app quickly walks a customer through the design and estimating process. Design the project just the way you like by adding in curves, corners and posts with a click of a button. Once the design is completed there is the option to receive an emailed information package with everything needed to go to the next step -- build the project. This package includes a complete material estimate, wall drawings of the project in an easy to read format, installation tips, and listings of local dealers ready to assist the customer. 

This app is also a great resource for contractors and dealers. Use the AB Courtyard app for quickly designing and bidding projects. Should a new paver patio be part of the project, the app will help with that too. The contractor or dealer can then use the complete package as a professional proposal to potential customers, which saves time and resources. 

The AB Courtyard app includes a photo gallery of inspiring ideas that a customer can browse through to find motivating designs and styles to create the outdoor living space of their dreams. Information on installation is also available with detailed graphics and links to how-to videos. Visit www.allanblock.com for any additional information or assistance.

Allan Block has millions of square feet of products installed throughout the world, and the resources to deliver performance and quality to every project. Download the free AB Courtyard app today from iTunes and start designing and building great outdoor projects.