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"Sam did a great job for us. Very clean and good workmanship. Would highly recommend him."
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"top rate service. Clear explanation on issues and excellent suggestions. Would highly recommend."
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"Linden was very prompt to complete the job and had great communication. Thankyou appreciate your assistance."
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Recent Retaining Walls reviews in Newcastle
Brian is a reliable hard working skilled tradesman. Nothing is a problem for him. Will be using him again.
Repair timber retaining wall
$800
Very good job and very happy.
Small retaining wall
$1,000
Excellent work completed and accommodating to changes and goes the extra mile to help.
Retaining wall constructed
$1,000
Amazing service! Will definitely use Brent again
Gernie Retaining Walls / Clean
$100
Cade and his mates worked really hard and we're very happy with the final result. Thanks cade!
Retaining walls plus drainage
$1,000
Very prompt and fast worker, saved me a lot of effort
Move 140 Retaining wall blocks approx 20m
$100
low
$142
median
$650
high
$800
Average reviews for Retaining Walls Services in Newcastle
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4.75
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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 Newcastle
I need a professional to help build a retaining wall.
$5
Cameron Park NSW, Australia
6th Nov 2024
I need to get a quote as soon as possible for the construction of a retaining wall that needs to be in construction around February to April. 1m high 65m long retaining wall.
Retaining wall
$1,234
Whitebridge NSW, Australia
25th Oct 2024
Hi there, I have these 2 complete retaining walls built with Keystone blocks. I'm hoping to rebuild the bottom retaining wall and would like to keep the consistency of using the same keystone blocks but I cannot find any matching colour bricks from anywhere. I was just hoping to find some information/ideas and some quotes
Retaining wall quote.
$5
Cameron Park NSW, Australia
30th Sep 2024
Quote for replacement of timber retaining wall
Help with rendering approximately 16m2 of block retaining walls
$5
Tingira Heights NSW, Australia
23rd Sep 2024
Want a hand with rendering walls I’ve put up out the back. I’ll have all materials and most tools. Have plenty of straight edges and one or two plastic paddle trowels or whatever they are called etc but any hand tools you have bring along. Looking at around two weeks time. Will be done on the weekend. I’ll get first layer on, would like a hand getting top surface done nicely. I haven’t t done much of it, just small jobs like mailboxes so would like to be shown properly. Will be hourly rate between 30-50 depending on how good you are 🤙 Jobs I’ve done I’ve had it smooth as hell, would like the same finish but need some guidance on long stretches. One wall is 11m long and .8 high Other is 6m long between 1 and 1.4 high
Retaining wall installer
$1,000
Cameron Park NSW, Australia
16th Sep 2024
Need help with installing concrete sleeper retaining wall on the side of house. The wall height will be 400 to 600mm and about 21m long. Will supply the materials.
Paint retaining wall
$300
Cameron Park NSW, Australia
13th Sep 2024
Paint side and back retaining wall
Paint retaining walls and columns at front of house
$800
Belmont NSW, Australia
28th Aug 2024
Paint two small retaining walls + columns at external entryway of 2 story house
Great job done on time with tight deadline for reasonable price!!
Fix retaining wall
$2,000
Cardiff NSW, Australia
27th Aug 2024
Our retaining wall is cracking and needs replacement or repair
Prepare soil for gravel driveway, small retaining wall with drainage
$4,000
New Lambton NSW, Australia
30th Jul 2024
we would need the soil to be graded and levelled with drainage (agpipes) set before gravel is laid. 14 meter 400mm retaining wall with drainage to stormwater. some excavation is required
Build a retaining wall
$750
Cardiff South NSW, Australia
26th Jun 2024
Hi there, looking to have a besser block retaining wall built in our backyard - 2600 x 1200. Please see images below. We do not have any materials so they will need to be organised.
Cut retaining wall post
$100
Fletcher NSW, Australia
8th May 2024
I need to cut 2 retaining wall post The red Line in the photo is cut location The sleeper will be out prior to cut the posts No dirt behind the post so access is clear The sleepers stays just cut the posts
Thanks for your great work😊 Done my job very professionally
Retaining wall construction
$5
Gateshead NSW, Australia
13th Apr 2024
Quote for the construction of a timber retaining wall on one straight boundary. It is 28.5m in length by approx. 200 to400mm in height. Will consider other types of construction besides timber. The site is almost level and there is easy access. Site is at Gateshead NSW 2290
Wipe down and apply Primer Paint to concrete sleeper retaining wall
$140
Morisset NSW, Australia
12th Apr 2024
Wipe off any sand or dirt by cleaning the surface. Using a roller and small brush cut in and coat the wall with primer. I think this would take max 3.5 hours.
Good communication nice bloke
Retaining walls and fencing job
$5,000
Fletcher NSW, Australia
19th Feb 2024
Need to fix the retaining walls and also change the timer fencing to colourbond Approximately 80-90 meters all around the backyard
Sandstone retaining fixing. Sandstones have fallen in places
$250
Caves Beach NSW, Australia
18th Feb 2024
Sandstone blocks have fallen off and need to be securely fixed
Excavate a small path and build retaining wall
$300
Cardiff Heights NSW, Australia
1st Feb 2024
I need a small path excavation and small retaining wall built - Due date: Flexible
Retaining wall build
$800
Cardiff South NSW, Australia
15th Jan 2024
Installation of concrete sleeper (1.5mx200mmx75mm | 60kg) retaining wall. Starting few runs have been completed to give baseline levels to match. 1 bay cut down to 1m from 1.5m. Requires 2 person lift (I won’t be able to lift, so this task requires 2 airtaskers). Would prefer all bays to have 2 rows completed to allow for drainage install works before completing the remaining sleepers. - Due date: Flexible
Install 15 x 80kg concrete sleepers on installed retaining wall posts
$350
Boolaroo NSW, Australia
15th Jan 2024
Level out / clear ground between installed retaining wall steel posts & Install approx 15 concrete sleepers. Each sleeper is 80kg and 2m to 2.4m long & 200mm high. - Due date: Before Saturday, 20 January 2024
Install concrete sleeper retaining wall
$300
Edgeworth NSW, Australia
9th Jan 2024
Hi I need assistance with installing a concrete sleeper retaining wall on my backyard boundary. I've got all materials, I just need an expertise when installing middle and end posts and measuring lines. - Due date: Flexible
Restore garden retaining wall
$200
Macquarie Hills NSW, Australia
21st Oct 2023
I need my garden retaining wall restored (if possible). The bricks are falling. Happy for quoted as well. - Due date: Flexible
Linden did a great job restoring our garden retaining wall which had become a mess after all the rain we've had. Linden was efficient and understanding of what we needed done, and provided good advice on the project at hand. I would highly recommend Linden for any work required around the house.