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Concrete sleeper retaining wall

$5

Five starts from me. Ray came in at a good price and his workmanship was excellent. He went above and beyond what was asked of the job. He did not rush the job and he was knowledgeable and offered expert advice. He was a respectful and courteous tradesman. I would highly recommend Ray for any brickwork jobs.

Small brick retaining wall repair

$120

Reliable, friendly & hardworking. I recommend Jose for future work.

Fix my retaining wall.

$200

Super efficient, highly recommended

Repair retaining wall

$250

Great work easy to deal with

Reattach outer retaining band on washing machine

$50

Aaron was extremely prompt and professional. He did a great job in our backyard and would recommend his services to anyone else. Thanks Aaron.

Cutting retaining wall blocks into half

$50

low

$100

median

$350

high

$750

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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.

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Top Retaining Walls related questions

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

Recent Retaining Walls tasks

Retaining wall

$1,000

Wavell Heights QLD, Australia

28th Oct 2024

replace low railway sleeper retaining wall. Approx 19m length. 2 sleepers high. Price only estimate. Timings flexible. Please quote estimate for the job or contact for in person inspection.

Retaining wall

$2,500

Fig Tree Pocket QLD, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Retaining wall 6m length, 1 m high and fill. Concrete sleepers or sand stone blocks. Sand stone and fill available on site

Dig scoria and sandy loan out from behind retaining wall

$350

Seaford VIC, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Dig out 10m at 300mm wide behind retaining wall which is filled with scoria and sandy loam

Replace some woodwork on my retaining wall

$450

Lindfield NSW, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Replace woodwork on the top of the retaining wall. Sides are fine. 9m length, 4 boards wide. Per photos. Remove top woodwork, supply new wood and install. No need to oil, I’ll do that. Thanks

Installation of Plinths for a retaining wall

$400

Brabham WA, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Needing a tradie to complete a small job by installation of plinths to a retaining wall. The colour of my colour bond fence is River sand

Bricklayer , small retaining wall 2.2m x1.8 m high 1.1m

$250

Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia

27th Oct 2024

Retaining wall 2.2 x 1.8m , hi 1.8m. labour only. Materials ready. Plus short wall. 30 cm high 3 meter.

Establish Footing / Base for Retaining Wall

$750

Roseville NSW 2069, Australia

27th Oct 2024

We have dug the trench for an approx. 600mm high retaining wall at the back of our property. 12m X 5m. We intend to use Adbri versa wall or similar. Happy for the base to be either compacted road base or Adbri torpedo base blocks. We will supply materials. We just need someone with the skills to finish levelling it out and set us up for the next phase of work.

Retaining along fence. 2-4 courses high, 27 metres long

$2,000

Lake Coogee WA, Australia

27th Oct 2024

Impromptu retaining needed before concrete gets poured. Garden beds directly against fence were removed and revealed a much higher fence line than originally thought so we need it retained

I need my side gate fixed and My fence retaining wall fixed

$100

Middle Ridge QLD, Australia

21st Oct 2024

Hi all, looking for someone who can fix/replace some of my fencing woes. 1. Side fence/gate - the pole in the ground has sunk and the gate doesn’t stay on the hinges anymore. Whole things unstable. Need new pole with sturdier foundations. 2. Retaining wall along eastern side of the house has gave way in 2-3 sections. Supporting posts have rotted away. There is access down the side of the house if you need to bring in machinery to help prop the fence back up while it’s repaired Thanks 🙂

10/10 Alex was fantastic in every way, punctual, and very good at what he does. Highly recommended for any handyman type jobs you need done.

Sand and restain poolside deck and retaining wall

$500

North Ryde NSW, Australia

20th Oct 2024

We would like to get the poolside deck and retaining wall sanded and restained. You will need your own tools, stain etc. we are seeking a professional who has done this type of job before. Your profile should have before and after images of other such jobs and reviews.

Thanks for a most excellent job. You were clear in your communication and the end product looks spectacular.

Painting small retaining wall and garden edging

$175

Bulleen VIC, Australia

20th Oct 2024

- Paint small retaining wall in cream colour. paint garden edging at the front and surrounding the front garden area, including around the two squares on the lawn. Paint will be supplied

Flynn was a pleasure to deal with. Thank you very much!

Remove Retaining Wall Panels and Backfill

$250

Kardinya WA, Australia

15th Oct 2024

Remove 32 x retaining wall panels and backfill and stack / stockpile nearby Two people required I can supply wheelbarrow and shovel

Great job removing fence panels for us!!

Retaining wall-repair or replace-Quote only

$20

Mentone VIC 3194, Australia

14th Oct 2024

Looking someone to come out to quote what needs to be done to fix this retaining wall. Wether it can be fixed in existing condition or needs to be replaced. When I have a better indication of what it will cost I will list the actual job. This is to come to assess a quote only.

Very professional and knowledgeable. Clearly understands what’s needed for the task. Thanks for your time

Digging for stormwater and retaining wall footing

$30

Redwood Park SA, Australia

5th Oct 2024

Looking for someone to assist with various manual digging in front yard. Digging consists of trench for storm water, retaining wall footing etc. All digging tools supplied. Happy to pay hourly rate.

Thankyou for your help Nathan. Hard worker, got in and got the job done without any hesitation

Core Drill 1 x 100mm Hole - Retaining wall - Besser Brick

$150

Toowong QLD, Australia

4th Oct 2024

100mm hole required (Core Drill) through Besser Brick retaining wall.

Legend, prompt and professional

Pressure wash outdoor tiles and retaining wall 1hr 30min

$100

Cashmere QLD, Australia

10th Sep 2024

Pressure wash outdoor tiles and retaining wall and outdoor windows. 1 hour 30 minutes of work. If you don’t want to do the 1 hr 30min then don’t apply.

Great job and will get Nate back again.

Retaining wall

$5

Boronia Heights QLD, Australia

8th Sep 2024

Need retaining wall done, around 11 meters of wall.

Got quote for work with him.

Cut and remove section of limestone retaining wall

$500

Parmelia WA 6167, Australia

3rd Sep 2024

Prior to site work commencing on our vacant block, we need a section of limestone retaining wall cut and removed from site / disposed. You are welcome to keep or sell on the blocks if desired. Require approximately 2.5m removed, it's 2 courses high plus 1 course of backing blocks. Each block is 1000x350x350. Area surrounding has already been excavated for for access. Price is negotiable.

Jordan and his team were very professional and dedicated the task. Can't speak highly enough of them and I would highly recommend them in the future.

Retaining Wall Painted

$500

Drouin VIC 3818, Australia

3rd Sep 2024

Needing a retaining wall painted with blue fence paint. Approx 10meters in length and approx 1 meter high.

Kane did a fantastic job! Already keen to get him onto a few more painting jobs I have coming up 😀

Power wash retaining wall

$100

Everton Park QLD, Australia

25th Aug 2024

I need somebody to power wash the retaining wall in my townhouse unit.

John was very friendly and efficient. He was on time, did a perfect job power washing my retaining wall courtyard area and also helped me assemble my own washer for next time. I would highly recommend John to get your job done perfectly.