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LG washer - boot steal retaining ring
$50
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Quote to build a retaining wall for garden
$10
Knows his craft but best thing about him is his happy go lucky attitude making things easy for us all. Would highly recommend anyone wanting to use Michael.
Build retaining wall and fence.
$10
low
$32
median
$220
high
$475
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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.
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 in Sydney
Dig out, patch and waterproof existing retaining wall
$500
Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia
31st Aug 2023
Remove soil 1000 deep 2800 wall length (Patch?)or board existing & waterproof Back fill soil. Existing retaining wall. - Due date: Flexible
Need a low retaining wall built
$400
Tempe NSW 2044, Australia
21st Aug 2023
We recently had a retaining wall removed and would like it replaced with something simpler and thinner. Needs to be approximately 45cm high x 340cm long. I think some treated timber sleepers would be appropriate but open to suggestions. - Due date: Before Friday, 1 September 2023
Retaining walls
$500
Sydney, NSW
2nd Jul 2023
Side of house 10m long and ranges from 200mm to 3.5m I will pay for materials and work alongside you.
Build retaining wall, plus concrete slab and timber bike shed
$5
Marrickville NSW 2204, Australia
26th Apr 2023
I have a dead space in our small backyard (2.6m x 1.3m). Was previously a site for some rubber trees recently removed. I'd like to have a bike storage installed. Please see images attached. Phase 1: - Install a 1.3m retaining wall (brick or timber sleepers) - Concrete slab Phase 2: - Build a timber shed for bikes If you can please provide a quote for Phase 1 (labour and materials) then Phase 2 (labour and materials) that would be great - Due date: Flexible
Retaining wall and space for pavers. Total size is 5.5m x 3
$1,000
Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
5th Mar 2023
Build aretaining wall using blocks from bunnings and backfill it with sand and create planter boxes. - Due date: Flexible
Build some sandstone retaining wall
$200
Sydney, NSW
21st Jan 2023
I have some irregular shape sandstone in my backyard. Need someone who have experience with building sandstone retaining wall.
Remove and re render a retaining wall
$500
Petersham NSW 2049, Australia
6th Nov 2022
Hi there, We have a retaining wall that needs re render removed and redone to match other walls. - Due date: Before Saturday, 12 November 2022
Retaining wall
$1,250
Eastlakes NSW 2018, Australia
20th Sep 2022
Retaining wall 10 m width x 0,5 m height - Due date: Flexible
Complete incomplete retaining wall
$2,000
Sydney, NSW
13th Apr 2022
Retaining wall started and not complete due to poor weather, all materials available. Removal of one section required Backfill required as well Please include removal of all waste Install pool fencing (new) if part of your scope or abilities. Inspection preferably and happy to discuss extra works, again based on you abilities to complete this project.
Change existing retaining wall
$3,500
Chermside QLD, Australia
6th Mar 2022
Hi, i have rock retaining wall .. and i want to change it. Please provide me quote for removal of existing rock wall and doing a new one.
Brick & Block Work - Retaining Walls
$1,300
Sydney NSW, Australia
16th Feb 2022
Need to build a 2 tier retaining walls at 1 metre height (each tier) and also stair case and garden bed incorporated in front area of the house. Is is an engineered wall and footings and starter bar are completed, and materials already sourced. Just require labour only to build the walls/stairs . Wall will be built with Bessa Blocks and with a Brick facade with 3 brick pillars and letter box incorporated .
Retaining wall
$5
Pagewood NSW, Australia
4th Feb 2022
the height is 1.8m and length is 12 m. Also each break division at least 1m followed by max 1.5 m fence.
Repair a brick retaining wall
$500
Beaconsfield NSW, Australia
27th Oct 2021
Small front yard in front of terrace house has brick retaining wall on three sides; wall on one side has been damaged by roots insinuating between bricks and into mortar. (In photos, it's the area with the missing brick.) May need to rebuild part of the wall. Please estimate cost for us. - Due date: Flexible
Quote to build a retaining wall for garden
$10
Rosebery NSW, Australia
25th Oct 2021
- 10m long , 300mm high wall with a few footings for a garden bed. - Material will be provided, quote is for the work only. stacked concrete blocks is probably what we'll be going for. - This task is for the quote only; we can determine a price after you've measured up the location.


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Concrete stair and retaining wall
$200
Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia
25th Aug 2021
Stair landing and retaining wall
Retaining Wall and Back Fence
$2,500
Sydney NSW, Australia
12th Aug 2021
All materials are on-site. We need 8 post holes; retaining wall (concrete sleepers with steel posts; 4 sleepers high, 3 sleepers each side of the gates (24 sleepers; 8 steel posts in total)); Timber posts for the fence (8) to hang 6 aluminium pool fence plus steel gates in the middle. Plans are available.
Pine sleeper retaining wall
$1,500
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
12th Apr 2021
Location: Denham Court See Photos
Need a small sandstone retaining wall repaired
$100
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
31st Mar 2021
A few pieces of stone have fallen out after the heavy rain. They need to be put back and mortared.
Boundary Fence Retaining Wall Survey Report
$300
Sydney NSW, Australia
7th Dec 2020
Hi there, We live in a house with a section of 10m fence separating ourselves from our neighbours whose property is elevated due to a pool. There is gap at the bottom of the fence where soil and stones are falling through to our property. I am seeking a report from a surveyor who can advise on what needs to be built to remedy the situation, ie retaining wall, and whose responsibility it is and so forth. We live in Hunters Hill. Thanks I would like a brief report that details what
Fencing - Retaining Wall + Wooden Fence
$3,500
Marrickville NSW, Australia
24th Nov 2020
1. Repair or replace a small section of brick retaining wall (5.2m long by 30cm high). If replaced, please advise what materials will be used. 2. Replace wooden fence (18.5m) with same style. I will remove the wooden fence before the work starts.