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Alex has done a brilliant job making improvements around our apartment building once again. We will continue to offer him jobs as they come up.

Gate repair, low retaining wall, touch up paint.

$1,000

Dion and his son worked really hard. Highly recommend

Labour help build retaining walls

$140

Perfectly Completed Task. I would definately hire again. Amazing Job.

Labourer required. Retaining Wall Prep.

$200

Ian is a great Bloke to work with, he arrived on time, completed the agreed work efficiently and neatly, and left the place tidy. He even did some extra bits which was not even a part of original quote.He is kind hearted and honest person to work with. I will highly recommend him for any kind of work, Manny

Replace 2 retaining wall timber posts

$250

Excellent work Karl! Thanks for attending to the task in a timely manner and doing a quality job. Appreciate adjusting your schedule to fit in my job to suit me. All the best!

Timber retaining wall

$200

Great job, super quick and efficient. Exactly what I wanted. Thanks James.

Concrete 2 posts into ground for retaining wall.

$80

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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

Block retaining wall

$800

Bulleen VIC, Australia

15th Dec 2024

I have block retaining wall to be installed need trenching steel and blocks to be provided

Small retaining wall repair/replace

$300

Kalinga QLD, Australia

15th Dec 2024

A bunch of rotten sleepers need replacing before Xmas. Have started to remove but don’t have the equipment. Single 200mm sleeper x 3000mm approx and potential replace posts.

Block retaining wall

$500

Piara Waters WA, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Need the handy man who has experience in building the garden block retaining wall as shown in the picture here. I am a tradie and can assist you if you have already build the same.

Retaining wall

$2,000

Campbelltown NSW, Australia

14th Dec 2024

L shape retaining wall at the front of a newly built house

Retaining wall

$8,000

Greenwood WA, Australia

14th Dec 2024

We are looking to get a stepped retaining wall built with capping. It is approx 14m long and 0.6m high. Are you able to give us a quote and time frame if you are able to do this job? We were also wondering if you are able to source materials - 8k would include the materials you provide.

Garden brick retaining wall repair

$100

Annandale NSW, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Garden bed brick wall is tilting and needs to be straightened

Engineer certificate for retaining walls

$200

Kurrajong NSW, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Engineer inspection and certificate for retaining walls

Quick service and very happy, would highly recommend

Retaining wall 14 meter long 1.5 meter high with fence

$9,999

Colyton NSW, Australia

14th Dec 2024

Hi I need 14 meter long 1.5 meter high retaining wall with fence

Hole digger ...4 X holes 600 deep to take retaining wall H posts

$350

Belmont QLD, Australia

9th Dec 2024

Need four X holes dug 600mm deep to take H supports for retaining wall see photos

Great job. Very professional

Moving 8 x 90kg concrete sleepers putting into retaining wall

$5

Currumbin QLD, Australia

6th Dec 2024

8 - 90kgs sleepers to move and slot into retaining wall - For 6 of these you are litteraly moving them 10 metres or so. For the other two 2 sleepers they need to be moved down two flights of stairs and then slot into place. There are a couple of smaller ones ti move into place as well, again only a few metres. I would say these are a TWO-PERSON job if done today. If tomorrow morning (ideally here by 7am) then my husband can help.

Josh and his buddy were literally life savers helping get this job done efficiently and checking in to see if more was needed. Just helpful nice guys :)

Paint retaining wall

$250

Indooroopilly QLD, Australia

2nd Dec 2024

Hello, we are looking to get our timber retaining walls painted so it matches our concrete sleeper retaining wall. We have the paint but you’d need to provide your own paint brush/roller or spray gun. If a spray gun is used protective sheets/tape will need to be used to not get overspray around. We are flexible on timing and dates. We will clean the walls before you paint them.

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

Install retaining wall posts. materials provided & remove tree root.

$500

Upwey VIC, Australia

28th Nov 2024

Dig approx 800mm deep & concrete in place 3 retaining wall posts continuing from current wall. & remove the tree root that is in the way.

David worked quick & delivered more than what was asked. Would happily recommend him.

Render Retaining Wall

$50

Glen Waverley VIC 3150, Australia

23rd Nov 2024

We rendered our retaining wall not happy with the finish looking for someone to do another coat of render to get the desired finish. We have another tub of the same product ready to go. See pics attached. Job is in Vermont South. Should be easy for an experienced renderer. Wall is 6metres by 600mm

Daniel is experienced and very efficient . Super easy to deal with and did a good job. Would use again for any rendering jobs in the future.. Thanks Daniel

Spray Paint fence and retaining wall

$700

Mont Albert North VIC, Australia

20th Nov 2024

Need 2 side fence painted Retaining wall And a block wall Paint is supplied and if required a spray gun I’ve got one. Need to paint undercoat for retaining wall. Need to be careful not to spray over to Neighbour’s property.

It has been a pleasure working with Jamie. Completed everything as required. Will use him again for other paint jobs

Painter needed for outdoor retaining wall

$400

Noosa Heads QLD 4567, Australia

18th Nov 2024

Spray paint retaining wall in monument black colour. About 30m by 1-1.5m You will need to supply paint

👌 great work thank you

Bricklayer add to existing retaining wall

$250

Camp Hill QLD, Australia

17th Nov 2024

Require a brick layer to build on top of existing retaining wall to increase the height. By one brick all way around. The bessor brick size is width 140x390x190. There is about 8 m required of brick laying Pls include materials in quote

Jake was great. He delivered timely work. We had to be delayed with the rain but he communicated clearly with us through the delays. Highly recommend him

Build a retaining wall

$400

Emerald VIC, Australia

17th Nov 2024

Half wall has been built need other half built. 6 sleepers high, I have the sleepers. See photos.

Jake completed my job as requested to a high standard. Communication was great and very friendly and good to work with. I would book him again. Highly recommended.

Part of timber retaining wall needs repair

$400

Wellington Point, Queensland

11th Nov 2024

Part of our timber retaining wall has rotted and is falling away, concerned the soil behind and fence above may collapse, approx. 1.5-2m of repair needed, sleepers 3 high 50mm x 200mm

Stephen was a pleasure to work with.

Fix retaining wall

$90

Narellan Vale NSW, Australia

11th Nov 2024

Need someone to come and fix the bottom of this retaining wall. See photo for details. Please advise of details when applying.

Very professional and friendly! Cannot recommend highly enough. He is extremely efficient and knowledgeable about his trade. I will def use him again in the future!

Retaining wall for this garden bed.

$100

Redbank Plains QLD, Australia

11th Nov 2024

Need retaining wall repaired. Need materials and labour to fix it. Metal post with wooden sleepers is fine

Fantastic!!!! Was incredible the job he did and also lent me some tools gave tons of great advice etc def hire him!