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Extremely professional! Excellent communication, on time, very neat, organised and collected some of the materials we required, and built us a fabulous retaining wall. I highly recommend Mitch.
Retaining Wall
$40
Thank you for a great job repairing the retaining wall.
Repairing a retaining wall
$300
Paul is very reliable, punctual and completes a task in a timely manner. He came to inspect my unfinished cement block retaining wall, prior to myself accepting the job. I would definitely hire him again.
Complete an unfinished retaining garden wal.
$100
Reliable and consistent worker
Help me shovel dirt behind a retaining wall, dig s
$200
A job well done. This was the first time I've hired "Tradies on Task" and they've done a good job in constructing a retaining wall. Will hire again.
Assistance Required: Constructing a Retaining Wall
$40
Scott is a professional in every aspect. Great communicator, open and transparent quoting and quality craftsmanship. I would have no hesitation in recommending Scott for any building project.
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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.
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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.
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Looking for someone to pour concrete slab for retaining wall footing
$1,000
Tamborine Mountain QLD, Australia
29th Apr 2024
Looking for someone to pour concrete slab to prepare for laying retaining wall bricks. Concrete slab is about 400mm wide x 71m long Location: Tamborine Mountain
Small retaining wall with Timber sleepers
$400
Frenchs Forest NSW, Australia
29th Apr 2024
~ 4.2M x 40cm Height built with Timber sleepers *Bunnings 200 x 75mm 2.4m Treated Pine Sleeper CCA H4 will be OK to extend current retaining wall. Need quote to include sleepers, labour and all rubbish removal plus any airtasker fees. easy access and parking provided. Note the base is cement and pavers only about 20 cm deep.
Timber retaining wall
$10
Mount Colah NSW, Australia
28th Apr 2024
We bought a townhouse recently where the house is built on a downward hill. The garden has levels. The first level has a timber retaining wall. The second level has no retaining wall and is held on by tree roots. The previous owner seemed to have tried to temporarily “fix” this issue by stacking lots of plant pots onto the wall to weigh it down. Third level has rocks as a retaining wall. We also asked the Bunnings community website where someone suggested a gabion wall but a friend suggested against this as this would put lots of weight on the soil which may be unstable (especially if we get large rainfall) We are also wondering if we can remove that whole area of artificial grass and make a very high retaining wall to allow more space on the second level where there is grass. The dimensions for the area with the missing retaining wall is approximately 8.6m long and 1.2m high (this is from the grass up to the artificial grass) Looking for quotes
Retaining wall
$4,500
Carlton NSW 2218, Australia
28th Apr 2024
Retaining wall : 60cm (H) : 14m 40cm (H) tapering to 2)cm : 15m
Replace exiting retaining wall.
$500
Southeast Inner Brisbane QLD, Australia
28th Apr 2024
Replace existing timber retaining wall. With hardwood or treated pine sleepers(depending on price). Materials will need to be supplied as part of the offer. The wall is 7370mm *600mm With a small 770mm* 600 mm section.
Retaining wall
$5
Greenacre NSW, Australia
28th Apr 2024
Need new retaining wall put up please price to come quote
Retaining wall installation
$50
Hallett Cove SA, Australia
28th Apr 2024
Looking at removing and installing a new retaining wall. 6 metres long approx . No idea on how much so make an offer
Small retaining wall
$300
Doreen VIC 3754, Australia
27th Apr 2024
Build a small retaining wall, some excavation and soil removal will be required. About 500mm on the high end, and and 2500mm wide Thanks!
I need about 7 steel retaining wall posts removed or cut off. .
$250
Golden Square VIC 3555, Australia
24th Apr 2024
Driveway has been widened and retaining wall relocated. Need old steel posts removed or cut off before new driveway base is added
Punctual and reliable. Great work!
Install short timber sleeper retaining wall
$1,000
Cannon Hill QLD, Australia
17th Apr 2024
Need two 400mm high (2x sleeper height) timber sleeper retaining walls installed approx 500mm off the back boundary. One is 5.5m long and one is 6.6m long. Need posts concreted into ground properly and timber sleepers attached to posts. Good access as currently vacant block. Tasker to supply all materials and labour required. Posts can be steel or timber. No excavation or backfill required (just digging of post holes).
Stephen did a great job with our small retaining wall and went the extra mile to ensure it was done properly. He also was great with communication and very friendly and knowledgeable. Thanks!
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 wall
$50
Narre Warren South VIC, Australia
1st Apr 2024
I need retaining wall done in my front yard. Preffered brick for the wall. I would prefer if someone could come to the property to take measurements and see for themselves what needs to be done. Would prefer a quote. The price is just for Airtasker but let me know what quotes you are offering for the job
Amazing service! Can’t wait to work with Andy in the near future!
Dig trenches and in preparation for retaining wall.
$900
Wombarra NSW, Australia
24th Mar 2024
This is hard work and will involve digging up a fair amount of soil and moving it up some stairs onto a trailer for removal. I will probable take a couple of days.
Rocco did a great job
Retaining wall
$200
Templestowe VIC, Australia
23rd Mar 2024
Backyard retaining wall , would you please come and have a look and give me a final quote please
Exceptional service! The retaining wall was expertly constructed in record time. Couldn’t be happier with the results!
Demolish retaining wall and footing
$400
Woolloongabba QLD, Australia
9th Mar 2024
concrete sleeper retaining wall has 3 steel posts with concrete foundations I have jackhammer and can dispose of waste
Lots of experience in construction
Build 3.8 meters of timber retaining wall - LABOUR ONLY
$300
Ashmore QLD, Australia
3rd Mar 2024
Build 3.8 meters of timber retaining wall and connect with the existing retaining wall. Pictures of the work site are attached. The tasker will need to quote for labour. I will pay for timber and consumables.
Danny is a diligent and hardworking tradesman. I recommend him to everyone looking to engage him for the task he quotes.
Cut 3 bricks for retaining wall
$60
Cairns QLD, Australia
2nd Mar 2024
I have 1x block and 2 caps for a retaining wall that I need cut to size. - Due date: Flexible
Awesome guy, quick and easy to deal with.
To Fix Subsidence of Retaining Wall
$500
Stanhope Gardens NSW, Australia
14th Feb 2024
I Need the services of a landscaper or Handyman that can correct the end of our retaining wall at the front of the house as there has been subsidence
Great Guy - Good Communication - Knowledgeable on all things landscaping - Will use again
Move crushed rock behind retaining wall
$300
Greenvale VIC, Australia
6th Feb 2024
I need 25 cubic metres of crushed rock moved behind the retaining wall. This job can be done with either a mini dingo which has to be max 900mm wide or with wheelbarrows.
Very reliable airtasker. Highly efficient and reliable. Strongly recommend.
Replace rotting timber retaining wall
$1,400
Endeavour Hills VIC, Australia
5th Feb 2024
Photos now added. Straight stretch 14 metres of 600mm high rotting timber retaining wall needs replacing. Would be open to replacing with either timber or concrete. Possible add on of some small timber stairs and side slope retaining replacement. - Due date: Flexible
Mario was awesome, he did a brilliant job for us and was lovely to deal with. Highly recommend!