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Oscar was great, came at short notice and completed the task in one day as agreed. He is very responsive, takes in suggestions and was very punctual and polite.
Rock retaining wall y otros
$5

Laith was great got the job done fast was on time and completed it.
Waterproofing retaining wall 
$200

Great guy – reliable and efficient. Got the job done well. Very satisfied and would definitely hire again. Thanks Caleb
Replace retaining wall and sliding door wheel rollers
$500

Jason was very punctual and very accommodating. We made a change to the Task mid-way through and Jason was very understanding.
Build brick retaining wall
$500

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30 metre retaining wall timber
$500

Kaisala did exactly what we asked for Perfect at what he does I would definitely recommend
Remove fence and retaining wall below
$150
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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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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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Realign top retaining wall sleeper
$90
Cashmere QLD 4500, Australia
15th Oct 2025
Place the top concrete sleeper back inside the post. May need to remove some of the dirt behind it to get it to slide back into the post. May need a crowbar to lever it. The sleepers are heavy 60-80kg. There is room on the other end to slide in the post gap nicely. Just needs to be realigned.
Replace Sad Retaining Wall
$10
Ballard QLD, Australia
14th Oct 2025
Retaining wall needs replacing. Ignore the budget section please. :)
Weld 8 x posts onto retaining wall.
$200
Gawler East SA, Australia
14th Oct 2025
Greetings. Newly installed retaining wall. Putting fence on top. Need 8 posts welded on top. I will supply 50x50 Galv posts.
Retaining wall
$700
Hamilton Hill WA, Australia
14th Oct 2025
Seeking quotes on 20m of retaining wall install. Open to timber post/Corten steel or limestone block solution. Materials provided. Quote for labor only. Wall is 30cm drop off in two tiers, seperate by at least 1m. Note - there is a curve in the wall design. I can handle the drainage (or quote if you want the work) Pic of part of the area attached for reference
Build bench seat into retaining wall
$500
Gymea Bay NSW, Australia
14th Oct 2025
Would like a bench seat, needs a back on one side and would like a rendered look seat
Retaining wall repair
$1,000
Greensborough VIC, Australia
14th Oct 2025
The retaining wall is getting leaning out, the timber posts has rotten under the soil, need to strengthen the sleepers and replace the timber posts
Render a retaining wall.
$1,200
Donvale VIC, Australia
13th Oct 2025
We’ve just built a brick retaining wall which we would like rendered. I require a professional renderer for the job. Wall is 10m x 1m, new brick, easy access. References or portfolio preferred. Type of render to be recommended.
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
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
30 metre retaining wall timber
$500
Coogee NSW 2034, Australia
6th Oct 2025
30 metre long retaining 400 high with timber sleepers can provide all of the materials needs to be done Thursday


The best carpenter in the business
Retaining wall post dug and set in concrete
$1,500
Officer South VIC 3809, Australia
2nd Oct 2025
Need 9 holes dug and h beam retaining wall posts set in concrete along side a fence and house, holes range from 500-600mm deep with a 350 width, recommend auger, no machine access.


Great quality workmanship.
Wooden Pole splits in retaining wall need replacement quote
$10
Tanah Merah, Queensland
22nd Sep 2025
Need 10-15 wooden poles splits replaced in the front of the house , can be bought from Bunnings . Please see the attached pics for the poles splits that need replacement and the new ones that can be bought from Bunnings . Can be done hourly basis or provide quote for the whole Job Quote only


Daniel was great turned up in time and provided the quote as per discussion
Break the retaining wall
$5
Colyton NSW 2760, Australia
18th Sep 2025
Need to break the existing retaining wall


Came to provide the qoute
Put concrete sleepers in retaining wall
$100
Badger Creek VIC, Australia
17th Sep 2025
Retaining wall posts have been put in. Just need a hand putting 35 concrete sleepers in place. Rough guess 2 hours work. 50 per hour.


Super worker and great bloke. Highly recommended
Retaining wall rendered
$700
Leederville WA, Australia
16th Sep 2025
Need part of back wall rendered - after removing fence and realising it isn’t all covered (exposed brick) Once done wall will be painted and plants in front of it. After a cement render, made to look the same so that it looks decent when painted. Height - 1707mm By 4097mm length


David was great to deal with - from start to finish. High standard of work.
Dig out from behind a retaining wall
$450
Holland Park QLD, Australia
16th Sep 2025
Dig out dirt from behind an existing retaining wall. Roughly 6m long 800/1000m deep 400/500mm wide. It’s been backfilled but was a couple years ago so should be too bad to dig out. Should only take 1 day You’ll need own shovel and crow bar incase


Really great guy, easy to talk to. him and his boys smashed out the work and looks great. thank you heaps
Repainting/restaining of timber retaining wall
$500
Bateau Bay NSW, Australia
8th Sep 2025
Looking for someone to repaint or restain timber retaining wall


Easy going, quality work. Highly recommend
Fix / rebuild Retaining Wall
$5
Darley VIC 3340, Australia
7th Sep 2025
Retaining Wall has fallen down, looking for someone to rebuild this.

Fantastic work. Would hire again.
Brickwork retaining wall
$70
Swan Bay VIC, Australia
4th Sep 2025
Looking for professional bricklayer for retaining wall up some steps, one side. 20 steps. All materials supplied. Likely to take up to two days. Hourly rate quoted


Excellent Airtasker. Highly recommend
Retaining Wall Repair & Upgrade
$5
Melton West VIC 3337, Australia
3rd Sep 2025
Looking for a qualified and experienced handyman or landscaper to repair and upgrade a retaining wall at my property. Details: • Approx. 14m long and 600mm high • Existing timber sleepers have bowed and some steel posts have tilted • I need the timber sleepers removed and replaced with concrete sleepers • Steel posts may need to be straightened or replaced (open to advice on best fix) • Please include all tools, labour, and disposal in your quote Access is good and I’m flexible with timing. Preference for someone who’s done similar work before and can provide examples or references. Let me know if you have any questions or need to inspect the site first.


Great work and good for a chat as well.