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Recent Retaining Walls reviews in South Brisbane
Took a couple of attempts to lock in the day to complete the work due to late changes, but in the end a job well done and happy with the work completed.
Cut and Secure Wooden Decking to Garden Retaining Wall
$380
Josh did a great job in good time! Would recommend!
Paint retaining walls white
$250
Nice young guy and hard working person, will definitely call him again for the next project.
Quote for a retaining wall and fencing
$30
Lachlan did a great job very happy with his work, would highly recommend
Build retaining wall
$1,000
Andy was on time, brought the right tools, figured out the best way to fix the retaining wall and got on with it.. Excellent communicator and great help. Thanks Andy!
Fix low retaining wall
$250
Faultless experience start to finish. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Replace retaining wall steps
$250
low
$11
median
$280
high
$550
Average reviews for Retaining Walls Services in South Brisbane
based on 30 reviews
4.77
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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.
Recent Retaining Walls tasks in South Brisbane
Fix or replace 30m leaning fence & retaining wall
$2,000
Brisbane QLD 4113, Australia
11th Aug 2026
Hi there, I am looking for an experienced local handyman, fencer, or landscaper to come for a site inspection and provide a quote for our boundary fence issue in Eight Mile Plains. Job Details: Boundary length: Approx. 30 metres. Current Setup: Timber fence with steel posts. The Issue: The entire fence line is leaning severely towards the neighbouring property due to ground/footing movement. Site Condition: Natural slope / upslope property. What I Need: I want to explore viable options and get quotes for: Option A (Repair/Straighten): Is it possible to re-excavate, realign, and re-concrete the steel posts/footings to save the fence? (Timber panels and steel posts are still structurally intact). Option B (Rebuild): Cost for a full reconstruction (e.g. Colorbond or timber fence replacement, with or without a retaining wall solution if necessary for stability). Requirement: Please let me know your availability for a free site visit to assess the ground and take measurements. I have photos ready to send if you need a quick look first. Looking forward to your response!
Tiling on outdoor retaining wall.
$100
Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113, Australia
21st Jul 2026
Tiling on a retaining wall.
Concrete sleeper retaining wall 60cm to 1m high, 12m long.
$1,600
Acacia Ridge QLD 4110, Australia
19th Jul 2026
Wall detail sections; 100mm H & C posts; concrete sleepers 75-80mm thick: 1. C section 2m end, 2m concrete sleepers x5 2. H joiner 2m post, 2m sleeper x5 sleepers 3. H joiner 1.8m post, 2m sleeper x 4 +2 sleepers 4. H joiner 1.8m post; 1.5m x 4+2 sleepers 5. H joiner 1.6m post; 2m x 3+2 sleepers 6. H joiner 1.4m post; 1.5m x 3+2 sleepers 7. H & C joiner 1.2m posts; 1.2m x 3+2 sleepers Sections 3 to 7 have a low 2 sleeper parallel garden edge that is 35cm from the wall. The posts for the retaining wall and garden edge are in rhe same extended hole with the retaining wall post holes much deeper. The concrete sleeper retaining wall is parallel to an existing hardwood sleeper wall that braces the sleepers to a slight slope from the vertical. The timber wall is to be retained. Concrete either via bags, mixed on site or concrete taxi. I am seeking to lower costs. Retaining wall is at rear of level property with side access 1.5m wide. Job max 2 days for two people to get bases level and posts positioned and vertical and sleepers inserted second day. I can supply hot dip gal posts, sleepers, bag concrete. Labour for two men at ~$400/day each. Past experience necessary for this type of work.
Build short brick retaining wall
$500
Annerley QLD 4103, Australia
19th Jul 2026
Hoping to build a small brick retaining wall that runs parallel to the back fence. Soil and built up area is already complete, hoping to connect from existing brick area (see photos). Approx 10m long. Please submit your offer 😊
Dig out behind a retaining wall, roll over 3 sandstone blocks
$400
Moorooka QLD 4105, Australia
15th Jul 2026
I would like to dig out behind a retaining wall and roll 3 stone blocks over to create a stepped wall... ie roll the top row back I can provide a post hole digger to break the earth - mostly clay/shale. Is an elevated backyard. Total volume to move would be .6x.6x4m
Concrete sleeper retaining wall
$9,000
Runcorn QLD 4113, Australia
12th Jul 2026
50 squares meter total and max 1 meter height
Backyard fence and retaining wall
$3,000
Calamvale QLD 4116, Australia
9th Jul 2026
I need a backyard colourbond fence put in, with the current old timber fence removed. The length is 20 metres. 5 metres of this fence will need a retaining wall, so concrete sleepers are preferred.
I need bricky to concrete approximately 1m x 6m retaining wall
$50
Carina Heights QLD, Australia
10th Jun 2026
Need an affordable bricky this Saturday to lay 1m by 6 metre retaining wall… bricks are ready to go in the backyard, foundation is alright layed down?
Painting Retaining Wall
$200
Carina QLD, Australia
3rd Jun 2026
Looking for an experienced painter/handyman to paint a front timber retaining wall at my home in Carina. The wall has already been pressure cleaned and the garden bed fully cleared/prepped, so it’s ready to paint. Job includes: * light prep if required * painting timber retaining wall * neat clean finish Retaining wall only — the lower bricks/blocks do NOT need painting. Planning to paint in Dulux Monument low sheen exterior paint (happy to supply paint or discuss). Would love completed ASAP this week if possible. Please only apply if experienced with exterior painting and able to provide photos/reviews of previous work.
Painted our retaining wall and did a great job. Easy to communicate with. Very happy with the result.
Need someone to finish a brick retaining wall
$300
Camp Hill QLD, Australia
3rd Apr 2026
Need someone to finish a brick retaining wall flush to the boundary wall. The length is about 1.5m and only 3 bricks high. because I want it flush to the boundary wall, some brick cutting is required. the bricks are 13cm deep.
Phillip did a very good job on my block retaining wall. Happy with the results!
Repair timber structure Retaining wall
$10
Sunnybank QLD 4109, Australia
27th Mar 2026
Welcome to come to quote for the job. The timber structure retaining wall start cracking. Need to be repaired. The other side are pebbles instead of dirt. Around 6-7 meters long.
20m timber fence replacement. Retaining wall already done.
$10
Carina QLD, Australia
17th Mar 2026
I needed 20m timber fence done on existing retaining wall.
Fantastic experience from start to finish. The quality of the work was outstanding and the price was very competitive. Hard to find someone who delivers such high caliber results at such a great price. Highly recommend.
Brick retaining wall repair
$1,000
Wishart QLD, Australia
14th Mar 2026
repair small section of curved brick retaining wall. Remove, straighten and relay bricks to restore this curved section of the retaining wall.
Justin is great to work with and did an excellent professional job.
Retaining wall paint
$250
Carina Heights QLD, Australia
10th Mar 2026
Retaining wall damage due to car wash check and hopefully can be fixed by painting it
Concrete block retaining wall repair
$500
Mount Gravatt QLD, Australia
9th Feb 2026
Need repair work done to existing retaining wall, approx 3 blocks to replace
Decking for retaining wall
$2,000
Carindale QLD 4152, Australia
12th Jan 2026
I would like to build some decking on my retaining wall around the pool to use as bench seating. Stirrup post anchors already installed. Just need to supply and install decking
Help needed building a retaining wall and fence
$35
Springfield Lakes QLD, Australia
16th Dec 2025
Dismantle and old retaining wall and fence and help put up a new one starting January 5 through to about the 9 th
Fixing a retaining wall and installing a French drain
$200
Southeast Inner Brisbane QLD, Australia
24th Nov 2025
I have retaining wall pillar that is bent. I need it pulled out and restored. Maybe somehow improve water flow / drainage from neighbours property.
Wood panel on retaining wall replaced and fix stairs - hardwood
$700
Parkinson QLD, Australia
7th Nov 2025
The retainer wall has one panel running x 14 metres parallel to my pool .Pool is parallel to my orchard .there is a stretch of 12 metres long x 12 metres wide which needs to be filled with more white pebbles .Steps panels need to be replaced and extra step inserted .Photos will be posted. I am ready to start this job .***Please include all costs relating to the installation, and include delivery and supply of materials ***
Raised garden retaining timber need replaced!
$10
Rochedale QLD, Australia
3rd Nov 2025
Hi guys, One piece of my raised garden retaining wall timber is rotten, and need replaced! Need you to source and replace for me. Timber size is 2310mm * 200 mm * 55mm Please see pictures
Matthew shows up on time, get the job done perfectly. Clean the job area after it is done. I will use him again for my future gardening needs.









