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Chris was fantastic to work with and built the retaining wall exactly as we needed. He has a great eye for detail and we were really happy with his work. We will definitely use Chris' skills again!

Build retaining wall

$5,000

Jason did a great job, took care when doing the job and showed up on time with good communication.

Paint retaining wall

$250

Excellent communication and no fuss service. Great quality work, Highly recommended

Excavation and Retaining Walls

$10

Tyson was a true professional. Highly recommend and I would engage him again for future projects.

Remove excess steel from concrete sleeper retaining wall

$250

The best carpenter in the business

30 metre retaining wall timber

$500

Thanks Pat - very helpful. 👍

Waterproof a retaining wall

$300

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$85

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$350

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$700

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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

Cut concrete, move retaining wall

$250

Mudgeeraba QLD, Australia

21st Nov 2025

Needing someone with experience to cut and remove the concrete pictured, moving the small retaining wall slightly in, resealing the small retaining wall and removing the old concrete.

Add 3 extra concrete sleepers to existing retaining wall

$300

Greenbank QLD, Australia

20th Nov 2025

We have an existing concrete sleeper retaining wall to the side of our property We need to add to it to raise to the level of our landscaping Will be a total of 3 sleepers + necessary brackets/bracing We will purchase sleepers however you will need to arrange for appropriate brackets/fixings etc

Bench seating against retaining around fire pit

$500

Reedy Creek QLD, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Title: Build Wooden or Composite Decking Bench Around Fire Pit (Labour Only) Description: I’m looking for an experienced carpenter or handyman to build a decking-style bench on top of an existing retaining wall that surrounds a fire pit area. • The retaining wall is in a C-shape around the fire pit. • Approximate dimensions: 2m x 3.6m x 2m. • Bench material: wood or composite decking (I will supply the materials). • Task is for labour only — please quote for your time and expertise. Ideally looking for: • Someone with experience building outdoor benches/decking. • Can provide own tools. • Able to ensure the finish is level, neat, and sturdy. Please include in your quote: • Estimated time to complete. • Examples of similar work (if available). Located in Reedy Creek. Qld Flexible with timing but would like the job completed within the next few weeks.

Retaining wall build

$123

Maroochy River QLD, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Retaining wall to be built at bottom of new garden bed post pool dig / build. Wanting approx 1m high. Length approx 13m x 10m Photos of retaining wall are of my parents house that had something similar. Looking for a retaining wall similar to this

Build retaining wall

$100

North Richmond NSW 2754, Australia

20th Nov 2025

Looking for a licensed professional who can build a retaining wall with the following specifics: - no more than 1m high on the back - 400mm high along the side - using concrete sleepers + steel posts - all drainage and backfill Happy to meet on site to discuss further. Thank you in advance!

Moving retaining wall blocks and gravel

$350

Currumbin Waters QLD, Australia

19th Nov 2025

Looking for someone for 4 hours to move retaining wall blocks, gravel from the bottom of a sloped property to the top. Wheel barrow available. Available to start from midday but flexible. Possibility of work available on Friday & Saturday

Chris is a hard worker and was able to work unsupervised. Great effort.

Frontyard retaining wall/Front fence - Bricks, Blocks or Concrete

$10

Truganina VIC, Australia

19th Nov 2025

Need to do Front yard retaining wall or fence approx 20mt. Height 600mm Open to different opions - with Bricks, Blocks or Concrete Not looking for timber..

Backfill retaining wall and remove excess dirt

$1,500

Mullaloo WA 6027, Australia

19th Nov 2025

I have a 7.5m long x 1.2m high retaining wall that needs to be properly backfilled/compacted, and I need all excess dirt removed from site. Price negotiable

Dig dirt up and throw behind retaining wall. To be level with grass.

$100

Paddington QLD, Australia

16th Nov 2025

Area 1m x 2m aprox 200mm deep

Amazing. So friendly would highly recommend

Strip back and paint Retaining Wall

$400

North Balgowlah NSW, Australia

14th Nov 2025

Per the photos, we need to white paint stripped off the retaining wall and steps. Undercoat with a primer , and then repaint. We can supply paint and primer if you can supply any tools, paint stripper you need.

Adrian was great to deal with and he did the work to a very high standard. He was punctual and reliable.

Tar rubber paint retaining wall

$400

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

10th Nov 2025

Retaining wall at front of house needs rubber paint to water proof before I back fill on Thursday. The wall is 10m long and 1.5m on the high side tappers off to 30cm on the low side. I have the rollers, tar rubber paint ready to go, just scrape off the lumps of concrete and paint the wall.

Came same day, figured it all out himself. Great guy.

I need someone to weld plates (brackets) onto a retaining wall

$180

Sunbury VIC 3429, Australia

7th Nov 2025

I'm looking for someone to weld some plates onto a retaining wall tomorrow morning at around 10 AM. I'll provide the brackets; all you need to bring is your welding equipment. There are a total of 10 plates, and I'll have everything prepped and ready for you to start welding. (Example photo attached)

Sebastian is an outstanding worker and reliable. He even came in the rain to get the job done, I highly recommend him and will definitely be using his services again in the future.

Fix existing pine sleeper retaining wall | Coomera Springs Qld (quote)

$65

Upper Coomera QLD 4209, Australia

6th Nov 2025

An existing pine sleeper retaining wall is showing some age and needs a corner vertical plank replaced and re-cemented to ground as support. Perhaps replace some existing horizontal plansk also.

Appreciate the attention to detail and thoroughness of the advice. Delivered exactly as requested.

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.

Garden Bed Retaining Wall

$10

Rydalmere NSW, Australia

24th Oct 2025

I need someone that knows how to install Adbri Masonry Versalock Garden Blocks 400x200. Purchased from Bunnings. There is already a concrete footings poured.

Zak has done an amazing job with all the landscaping and garden walls. Really honest pricing and really delivers on service and quality. If there were minor things that needed adjusting he was able to accommodate without any issues. Highly recommend getting a quote from Zak if you ever plan to do any gardening related renovations.

Demo and remove retaining wall

$310

Wheeler Heights NSW, Australia

15th Oct 2025

Remove bricks from site and dispose. - View all the details of this offer: https://www.airtasker.com/offers/01K7K4H9CTQMF3KB5QEJ4VWB80

Nathaneal has to be one of the top Airtaskers on the platform - Above and beyond efforts as always. Friendly face, no jobs too big or small, diverse experience and all the gear to get the job done!

Remove excess steel from concrete sleeper retaining wall

$250

Waramanga ACT, Australia

13th Oct 2025

We need someone to remove the excess steel posts from a concrete retaining wall. We decided to reduce the height of the wall after the sleepers had been laid. It was reduced from 3 high to 2 high. There are 9 posts to be reduced in size

Tyson was a true professional. Highly recommend and I would engage him again for future projects.

Render and Paint Small Retaining Wall Section

$300

Mount Pleasant WA, Australia

9th Oct 2025

Need someone to render and paint this small brick section to match the rest of the wall (see photo). Please supply all materials, including render mix, paint, and tools. I don’t know the existing paint colour, so just paint the lower section to make it uniform (about 1 metre long) Access: Easy access from driveway/lawn area.

Great communication and ease of dealing, will use him again for other handy work

Light Bagging of Exterior Brick Retaining Walls

$2,000

Terrigal NSW, Australia

7th Oct 2025

I need someone experienced with exterior wall finishes to lightly bag (not render) a series of painted brick retaining walls in my backyard. The goal is to refresh the surface with a natural, semi-textured “bagged” look that still shows some of the brick outlines — not a full smooth render. Scope of Work: • Clean down walls (remove loose paint, dirt, and debris). • Apply a light bag coat using mortar mix or premade bagging/render mix — aiming for a soft, rustic texture. • Blend finish evenly across all visible wall sections - see attached photo for reference. • Tidy up and remove any mess on completion. Notes: • Existing paint is white; new bagging to be white/off-white to match or refresh the existing colour. • Walls are all accessible (see photos). • Please bring all your own tools and materials. You’ll need: • Experience in bagging/rendering exterior brick • Own trowels, sponge floats, drop sheets, etc. • Ability to produce a consistent light finish (sample area can be agreed before doing the lot) Timing: Flexible — preferably within the next 2 weeks, weather permitting.

Adam did an incredible job bagging a bunch of exterior walls. Very professional responsive and a lovely guy, thanks Adam!