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Recent Retaining Walls reviews
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Retaining wall post dug and set in concrete
$1,500
Come promptly but unable to finish job due to personal reasons. Kept me updated
Concrete sleeper cut for end of retaining wall
$400
Brendon was a pleasure to deal with. Helpful and knowledgeable, would definitely recommend and go with again!
Fixing retaining wall in Garden
$85
Great work. Tidy and on time. I would highly recommend
Quote for: Render retaining wall
$10
Very happy with the quality of work. Very professional job and great communication. Would highly recommend.
Build under 60cm in height retaining wall
$300
Was really happy with the job. Thanks Jesse.
Remove small retaining wall
$250
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$90
median
$350
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$700
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Why book a retaining wall service through Airtasker?
Airtasker lets you easily find trusted and affordable retaining wall services near you. Sit back, relax, and post a task with all the crucial details. Retaining wall contractors will soon get in touch. We’ll save you the trouble of reaching out to different retaining wall providers for quotes.
List your location, the type of retaining wall you want, your budget, and when you want the job done. You’ll then get free quotes from retaining wall construction experts near you. Compare offers from retaining wall installers, whether they’re local block wall contractors, local stone wall contractors, or local wood retaining wall contractors.
Take your time viewing Tasker ratings and reviews to make an informed choice. Once you’ve hired a Tasker, they’ll come over and get to work on your retaining wall. When the job’s done, simply release the payment securely through our platform. That’s how easy it can be to put up the retaining wall you need. Select the pink ‘Post a task’ button now to get started.
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Yes! You can opt to hire a landscape architect to design your retaining wall. Your landscape professional can work with your retaining wall contractor to execute the design. Otherwise, you can post a task for a complete retaining wall service. Some retaining wall contractors may provide everything from design to installation.Â
When your home’s foundation is downhill, a retaining wall serves as a protective barrier against heavy rainfall or snowmelt, which can erode your home’s foundation. A retaining wall also creates a flat area for a garden. Moreover, a retaining wall is helpful when the only space you have in your backyard is on a slope.
You can maintain your retaining wall by doing regular inspections—especially before, during, and after seasons of heavy snowfall or rainfall. Check the drainage pipes and remove any debris. You should also watch for any unusual bowing or bulging in sections of the wall. Once you see bowing or bulging, call a professional to do a more thorough inspection and fix the defect; These issues can mean a breach is imminent.Â
Yes, absolutely! A wood retaining wall is ideal for smaller spaces. While wood retaining walls are not as durable as stone or concrete retaining walls, wood can last up to 20 years as long as you have the right design and type of wood. If you plan to have a wood retaining wall made, use heavy-duty wood and stay away from treated pine or repurposed railway sleepers.Â
The amount of time it takes depends on the size of the retaining wall and the complexity of its design. On average, a wall that’s 4 feet tall and 15 feet long can take three days to build. Any longer or taller will take more time. You can ask your hired Tasker for a better idea of how long the build will take.Â
You start by building a trench. The rule of thumb when building a retaining wall on a slope is to dig a trench of the appropriate depth for the base blocks. Your wall needs six inches of base material, with an additional depth of one inch per foot of wall height. A two-and-a-half-foot retaining wall will need a trench that’s 8.5 inches deep. This can be hard work, and your best bet is to hire a skilled retaining wall contractor to do the job.
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What do retaining walls services include?
Retaining walls services include all the necessary tasks to build a sturdy and attractive retaining wall in your outdoor space to prevent erosion. Your hired retaining wall contractors can assess the site, help you design the retaining wall if you don’t have a design ready, then build the wall.Â
Assessing the site
The first step in retaining wall construction is taking site measurements. Your Tasker can consider distinct site features, like if the wall will be placed on a slope and if the site gets a lot of rain or snowmelt. The retaining wall builders can also recommend the appropriate design and materials to suit the site’s measurements and features.Â
Designing the walls
If you don’t have a design already, a local retaining wall contractor can help you make one. Some local landscape retaining wall contractors can provide you with not just any retaining wall design, but one that conforms with established zoning laws and safety and industry standards. The design can also have the aesthetic elements you want and be sturdy enough to prevent soil erosion in your property. Yes, you can have all this while keeping within your budget! When you post a task, specify your budget and get offers from retaining wall contractors near you.Â
Getting permits
The next step is to get permits for the design and build. Your Tasker can obtain the required permits from the relevant authorities like your Homeowner’s Association, City Planning Department, or other federal jurisdiction. Note that some Taskers may charge extra for getting these permits. Even as construction and zoning laws vary from state to state, don’t worry; Local retaining wall installers know how and where to get the appropriate permits.Â
Preparing for the build
Your Tasker can get the materials and prepare the appropriate tools. Whichever type of retaining wall you want to be built—brick, concrete, concrete bag, wood, or natural stone—your Tasker can get the right materials! Your Tasker can also make sure the materials and tools are of the right specification, quality, and amount. Then, they can turn over any leftover materials after the build.
Building the retaining walls
Your hired Taskers can do the retaining wall installation or construction once they’re ready with the design, permits, and materials. They can build your retaining wall as per the drafted design, so there are no surprises. The result could be an aesthetically pleasing yet functional wall that can protect your property from soil erosion. The Tasker can execute the design, whether it’s a retaining wall made of wood, concrete, hollow blocks, cement bags, or boulders. They’ll use the appropriate tools, procured materials, safety equipment, and techniques.Â
Finishing touches
Your Tasker can apply any finishing touches or embellishments on the retaining wall design as required. This can include installing capstones on stone walls, creating gradual step-downs or turning-in sections, backfilling, or installing greenery and other embellishments. Don’t forget that you can also have other features like privacy screens or outdoor blinds installed.
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Dig out soil and old brick retaining and pile onto driveway
$500
Surrey Downs SA 5126, Australia
8th Jul 2026
Remove soil and retaining with machine and load in driveway
Render retaining wall
$100
Worongary QLD 4213, Australia
8th Jul 2026
Require renderer to touch up existing rendered retaining wall and also render new section installed. Approximately 1.5m long x 0.5m of new wall.
Retaining Wall
$123
Ashgrove QLD 4060, Australia
8th Jul 2026
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Paint Two Bedrooms, Built-in Robe, Front Posts & Retaining Wall
$600
Sunshine VIC 3020, Australia
6th Jul 2026
Paint Two Bedrooms, Built-in Robe, Front Posts & Retaining Wall – 18–19 July Looking for an experienced painter to complete the following work over the weekend of 18–19 July. Scope of works: * Paint walls only in two standard-sized bedrooms. * Paint one built-in robe. * Paint three front posts at the front of the house. * Paint one retaining wall. * Prepare all surfaces (fill/sand minor imperfections where required). * Protect floors, furniture and surrounding areas. * Clean up thoroughly on completion. Not included: * Ceilings. * Skirting boards. * Architraves. Details: * Walls and surfaces are in good condition. * Furniture can be moved to the centre of the rooms. * I will supply the paint. * Photos attached. Please include: * Your fixed price. * Confirmation you can complete the work 18–19 July. * Number of coats included. * Photos/examples of similar work. * Confirmation you have your own painting equipment. I’m looking for a reliable painter who takes pride in their work and can deliver a neat, high-quality finish.
Small excavation - Dig holes for steel post - retaining walls
$10
Glen Alpine NSW 2560, Australia
6th Jul 2026
I need about 15-20 holes dug to installed posts for retaining wall. Expected to be done on 18-19 July. Job is in Glen Alpine. Access via gate about 1m wide - 2 access - one on higher house, another one on lower ground. A bit of slope on the lower ground one. Thanks.
Tiling job out at porch and steps, floor and retaining wall
$2,000
Manor Lakes VIC 3024, Australia
5th Jul 2026
I have concrete floor outdoor at my porch areas where I am planning to lay tiles, refer to pics. Also, looking to put tiles on the concrete retaining walls next to it.
Fit out back area above retaining wall
$5,000
Ormeau Hills QLD, Australia
5th Jul 2026
Looking for some quotes to do our back area above the retaining wall pictured. Predominantly solid ground (shale rock I think but not all of it). Thinking a deck or multilevel styled platforms including stairs up one side for access. See image attached for a rough idea generated byvChatGPT of the vision we have. Open to ideas as well that may tie in to what we have visioned.
Demolish and dispose of existing brick retaining wall
$700
Toongabbie, New South Wales
5th Jul 2026
1. Demolish & dispose of ex brick retaining wall, dimensions (Length x Height x Width)in mm. 2300x250x110, 2200x340x110, 2500x400x200, 2200x440x200, 2900x600x200 .
Bricklayer needed to build red brick garden edging / retaining
$10
Macquarie Park, New South Wales
30th Jun 2026
I have a front yard that needs red brick edging laid in. Job will consist of: - leveling the ground - clearing some concrete around a drain near the edge - laying brickwork (height will be about 2 to three bricks) Bricklayer to provide bricks (will be paid for ofcourse) No idea what the going rate is so please quote accordingly, or let me know if you want to visit before quoting. See image for outline of what needs doing - red is brickwork. Blue is a drainage trench we intend to dig underneath.
Thanks for the work Kyle
Build section of brick retaining wall
$700
Reservoir VIC 3073, Australia
29th Jun 2026
Retaining Wall Repair / Stabilisation Needed (Approx. 8m, 1950s Brick Wall) We’re looking for a bricklayer or landscaper to repair and stabilise an existing 1950s brick retaining wall (approx. 8 metres long). The wall is currently sagging in two sections and needs to be made structurally sound again. We have replacement bricks available, as four existing bricks are cracked and will need replacing. * Easy access to site
Great job done, on time. Thanks!
Landscaper to weld 2 sleepers on existing retaining wall
$250
Greenbank QLD 4124, Australia
26th Jun 2026
We require additional sleepers on the existing retaining wall. Welding will be required
Allan did an amazing job!! He was so lovely, great at communication and punctual. I would highly recommend Allan. ✨
Removal of small retaining sleepers and posts
$150
Varsity Lakes QLD 4227, Australia
25th Jun 2026
Just need this one section of hardwood sleepers and the small supporting posts removed from this front yard garden. Pulled out, dug up or chopped up, however possible for it to be yanked out of the ground. Termite risk so need removed. These are in the front yard and are accessible any time of day for removal. Varsity Lakes near the varsity train station.
Very happy with Cameron’s work. Highly recommend. Great communication throughout.
Relocate some bricks for retaining wall
$100
Reedy Creek QLD, Australia
13th Jun 2026
I bought some retaining wall bricks for the yard and they were the wrong size (as shown in the photos) on the left side. Rather than replacing them I just need to move about 15 of them from behind the shed (shown in the photos) over to the area behind the pool to sensor the sizes all match. Just had surgery so I am unable to do it myself.
Good work and done on time. Thanks
5x stitch welds on retaining wall posts
$150
Bellbird Park QLD, Australia
7th Jun 2026
I have two PFC posts concreted in place at my house. I need them stitched together. You will need a caddy welder to access site. The steel is about 6mm thick.
Peter was on time, communicated well and gave me just what I needed. He also checked before finishing that I was happy with the work. I would use him again.
Stack bricks - demolish and remove small limestone retaining wall
$100
Warwick WA, Australia
21st May 2026
- Stack bricks up side of house. - Demolish and remove small limestone retaining wall leaving brick footing below. -Limestone blocks to be moved to front of house - Broken bricks and rubble from side of house to be moved to front of house ready for removal also.
Thorough, great work and good communication
Excavation required to be able to make a wooden retaining wall
$200
Officer VIC, Australia
21st May 2026
we need to build a three tier wooden retaining wall approximately 2 m away from the house and need somebody to please come in and do simple excavation to pull the soil back so the retaining wall can be installed. I have drawn a line marking whether the retaining wall needs to sit thank you.
absolute gem of a bloke stayed with us through the whole thing including doing extra beyond what was required and shared valuable knowledge through the whole process
Brick layer to quote on repair of retaining wall
$100
West Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
14th May 2026
Repair retaining wall 1100 high 5000 long advise as to best option and quote please
Completed quote friendly and polite
Paint my retaining wall and fence
$123
Norman Park QLD, Australia
22nd Apr 2026
I have a retaining wall to be re painted and a timber fence painted
Great job, on time and great communication. Will use him again for future painting I have coming up
Re-render Retaining Wall (Forestville)
$300
Forestville NSW, Australia
20th Apr 2026
Looking for an experienced tradesperson to repair and re-render an external retaining wall. Details: * Approx. 4m long x 0.8m high * Remove loose/damaged render * Surface already pressure washed * Patch cracks and prep surface * Apply new cement render for a smooth, weather-resistant finish * Includes small stair section on one side Notes: * Easy access * Please bring tools and materials * Open to suggestions on best finish Photos attached.
Easy communication and job well done!
Need a qualified Bricklayer to patch up retaining wall
$350
Landsdale WA, Australia
14th Apr 2026
We have been instructed by council city of Wanneroo to fix up our retaining wall. Need bricklayer to patch up the cracks either with mortar or wateva you use. photos attached. Need written confirmation in the end this has been completed so we can submit to council
Probably the best Airtasker we have used! Lisa was great with communication from the start and informed us every step of the way. Andy was down to earth guy, honest and efficient and got the job done ✅ thank you so much and also going above and beyond for what was needed for us!









