Retaining Walls - Adelaide
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Welcome to Retaining Walls HQ. Read on to find out why Retaining Walls in Adelaide is the popular choice for locals.
We offer a whole lot of useful information if you are planning on getting a retaining wall built or if you are thinking about DIY.
We can also connect you with trusted, qualified tradespeople in your area who will be happy to provide a FREE no obligation quote. Find out more……
By visiting our website you will be able to discover:
- A link to your local council to ascertain whether you need council consent
- What type of retaining wall is required for your landscape
- Whether the type of retaining wall will require an engineered design
- Retaining wall ideas for inspiration
- Whether the retaining wall is a DIY
- General information on different types of retaining walls
- The main materials commonly used in building retaining walls
- Advantages and disadvantages of certain types of retaining walls
- Cost effective retaining wall options
- Make a connection with one of our trusted certified tradespeople
If you don’t know where to start Retaining Wall HQ is a great place to find helpful leads and information to get your retaining wall project underway.
All of the contractors listed are tried and trusted professionals in their field offering advice and expertise to make sure the job is completed to a high standard from start to finish.
All tradespeople are licensed and ready to start work in your local area.
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Types of Common Retaining Walls Adelaide is Known For
Concrete Sleepers Adelaide
Suppliers in Adelaide cleverly market concrete sleeper panels as the masters of disguise.
Specialty applications promise a look that resemble timber, slate or stone. Concrete sleepers are available in many colours using oxides to colour the concrete.
Termite resistant, will not rot or rust makes them maintenance free with no need to paint. The possibilities are endless, just depends on which finish you choose to compliment your landscape.
Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls Adelaide
Supplier
Outback Sleepers Australia
Servicing all areas in Adelaide with quality Concrete Sleepers
Licensed Tradesmen
Retaining Wall Industries
Quality Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls built throughout Adelaide
Licensed Tradesmen
Williams Retaining
Quality installation of Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls Adelaide wide
Stone Walls Adelaide
Installing a stone retaining wall requires careful placement of the stone (bluestone, limestone, granite, basalt, slate, schist, sandstone and others) for best results.
There are benefits to dry stacking, one being the little spaces left in between allow for natural movement which limits cracking.
Using mortar sets the stone in place. Some stone walls do not need foundations which is a huge benefit and less cost to you.
Contractors and Licensed Tradesmen for Stone Retaining Walls Adelaide
Supplier
Allstone
Servicing all areas in Adelaide with quality Stone Cladding
Sandstone Retaining Walls Adelaide
Sandstone is an Australian favourite in constructing retaining walls, due to its stunning timeless appeal. They feature well with sandstone being widely abundant in our climate.
Sandstone block walls are one of the quickest walls to be built as the rectangular blocks are put in place using machinery without the use of mortar.
As the wall is built the higher it is the more weight keeps the block in place. The sandstone itself is also available in different finishes such as quarry sawn, diamond sawn, split face and rockface, bearing in mind the more the stone is worked into the desired finish the higher the cost.
See our preferred sandstone retaining wall specialists
Suppliers and Contractors for Sandstone Retaining Walls Adelaide
Supplier
Basket Range Sandstone
Quality Sandstone direct from the quarry in Adelaide Hills
Supplier
Carey Gully Sandstone
Sister company to Basket Range Sandstone supplying a different shape and colour sandstone.
Rock Walls Adelaide
The stunning addition of a rock retaining wall is best completed by an experienced tradesperson.
Whether a loose formation without mortar is the look you are chasing or a more formal presentation is favoured our experienced contractors offer the best deal specialising in Rock Retaining Walls in Adelaide.
Dry stacked using Bush Rock, Sandstone, Granite or Basalt offer a retaining wall that blends in close to its natural surroundings.
Suppliers and Contractors for Rock Walls Adelaide
Supplier
Just Rocks
All type of Rock delivered and installed if required.
Supplier
Carey Gully Sandstone
Sister company to Basket Range Sandstone supplying a different shape and colour sandstone.
Licensed Contractor
Retaining Wall Industries
Quality Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls built throughout Adelaide
Concrete Block Retaining Walls in Adelaide
The beauty of a concrete block is that it is available in different colours and finishes or std grey blocks which can be rendered.
Some of the different finishes are standard, ground, shot blast, splitface, rockface and sandstone. Each supplier has its own name for these basic finishes.
No need to worry about termites either making this a popular investment for your property.
Contact our Blocklayers, Concretors, Suppliers, Engineers and Excavation Contractors to have your wall built to a high standard.
Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Concrete Block Retaining Walls Adelaide
Supplier
Austral Masonry
Supplying concrete block products to all areas in Adelaide
Licensed Tradesmen
Probuild Bricklaying
Licensed bricklayers and blocklayers working the Adelaide area
Contractor
Adelaide Excavation Service
Servicing all areas in Adelaide for your Excavation and Earthmoving requirements.
Timber Retaining Walls Adelaide
Timber retaining walls are still a feasible choice of fencing chosen for its adaptability, in Australian backyards.
Design options are suitable to retain different soil types up to 4 metres plus in height.
Even though treated to resist termites, timber will eventually rot, meaning they probably have a shorter life cycle than other options such as stone or concrete.
Licensed Tradesmen and Contractors for Timber Retaining Walls in Adelaide
Supplier
Wood 'n' Logs
Supplying timber retaining wall products to all areas in Adelaide.
Licensed Tradesmen
Outscape Constructions
Licensed landscaping company able to construct most types of retaining walls including timber in the Adelaide area.
Contractor
Adelaide Excavation Service
Servicing all areas in Adelaide for your Excavation and Earthmoving requirements.
Concrete Retaining Walls Adelaide
In situ reinforced concrete walls are one of the strongest forms of retaining wall and can be built to any size, shape or angle giving the designer the freedom to explore.
These walls if built to specifications will last a hundred plus years, will not rot or rust, are resistant to termites and are fire resistant.
Reinforced concrete retaining walls can be touched up and painted, rendered with a coloured render for that maintenance free wall or rendered and painted to match any colour scheme.
Licensed Tradesmen and Contractors for Concrete Retaining Walls in Adelaide
Pre Cast Concrete Block Retaining Walls
Dry stacked blocks that are manufactured to a certain shape that fit together without the need for mortar. Perfect for the professional look or great for DIYers.
They come in various colours and sizes and there’s no need for concrete footings.
Suppliers and Contractors for Pre Cast Concrete Blocks in Adelaide
Supplier
Austral Masonry
Supplying pre cast concrete block retaining wall products to all areas in Adelaide
Supplier
Adbri Masonry
Supplying pre cast concrete block retaining wall products to all areas in Adelaide
Licensed Tradesmen
Retaining Wall Industries
Quality Pre Cast conncrete block Retaining Walls of any size built throughout Adelaide.
Adelaide Gabion Walls
Gabion retaining walls consist of a method where rocks are held in place with a steel mesh cage. The cages come in different sizes and once the bottom cage is full of rocks other cages can be placed on top, repeating the process to build a higher wall.
Previously utilised on large scale commercial properties or the side of the motorway, they have now found their way in to the residential sector.
New styles feature trendy sheet metal cages that have a rusty effect blending well in to the natural environment.
Easy for the DIY to install, requires no footings! For a low wall timber can be placed on the top making it a retaining wall with the seat as a bonus!
Suppliers and Contractors for Gabion Walls Adelaide
Cage Suppliers
Global Synthetics
Suppliers of Gabion Cages from Adelaide.
Cage Suppliers
Gabion 1
Delivery of Gabion Cages Australia Wide
Licensed Contractor
Prospect Contractors
Quality installation of Gabion Walls throughout Adelaide
Stone Supplier
Basket Range Sandstone
Various Stone direct from the quarry in Adelaide Hills to suit Gabion Walls.
Brick Retaining Walls Adelaide
Brick walls are usually used for lower type retaining walls to add a feature wall to a property, garden or landscape.
Brick walls are well utilised providing another option for a curved garden wall that can add a stunning feature to any natural garden using the many different colours and textures of bricks.
Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesmen for Brick Retaining Walls in Adelaide
Supplier
Little Hampton Bricks & Pavers
Supplying a large selection of Bricks to all areas in Adelaide
Supplier
Austral Bricks
Supplying a large selection of Bricks to all areas in Adelaide
Licensed Tradesmen
Probuild Bricklaying
Licensed bricklayers and blocklayers working the Adelaide area
Concrete Retaining Walls Adelaide
In situ reinforced concrete walls are one of the strongest forms of retaining wall and can be built to any size, shape or angle giving the designer the freedom to explore.
These walls if built to specifications will last a hundred plus years, will not rot or rust, are resistant to termites and are fire resistant.
Reinforced concrete retaining walls can be touched up and painted, rendered with a coloured render for that maintenance free wall or rendered and painted to match any colour scheme.
Licensed Tradesmen and Contractors for Concrete Retaining Walls in Adelaide
Pre Cast Concrete Block Retaining Walls
Dry stacked blocks that are manufactured to a certain shape that fit together without the need for mortar. Perfect for the professional look or great for DIYers.
They come in various colours and sizes and there’s no need for concrete footings.
Suppliers and Contractors for Pre Cast Concrete Blocks in Adelaide
Supplier
Austral Masonry
Supplying pre cast concrete block retaining wall products to all areas in Adelaide
Licensed Tradesmen
Retaining Wall Industries
Quality Pre Cast conncrete block Retaining Walls of any size built throughout Adelaide.
Adelaide Gabion Walls
Gabion retaining walls consist of a method where rocks are held in place with a steel mesh cage. The cages come in different sizes and once the bottom cage is full of rocks other cages can be placed on top, repeating the process to build a higher wall.
Previously utilised on large scale commercial properties or the side of the motorway, they have now found their way in to the residential sector.
New styles feature trendy sheet metal cages that have a rusty effect blending well in to the natural environment.
Easy for the DIY to install, requires no footings! For a low wall timber can be placed on the top making it a retaining wall with the seat as a bonus!
Suppliers and Contractors for Gabion Walls Adelaide
Cage Suppliers
Global Synthetics
Suppliers of Gabion Cages from Adelaide.
Licensed Contractor
Prospect Contractors
Quality installation of Gabion Walls throughout Adelaide
Stone Supplier
Basket Range Sandstone
Various Stone direct from the quarry in Adelaide Hills to suit Gabion Walls.
Brick Retaining Walls Adelaide
Brick walls are usually used for lower type retaining walls to add a feature wall to a property, garden or landscape.
Brick walls are well utilised providing another option for a curved garden wall that can add a stunning feature to any natural garden using the many different colours and textures of bricks.
Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesmen for Brick Retaining Walls in Adelaide
Supplier
Little Hampton Bricks & Pavers
Supplying a large selection of Bricks to all areas in Adelaide
Supplier
Austral Bricks
Supplying a large selection of Bricks to all areas in Adelaide
Licensed Tradesmen
Probuild Bricklaying
Licensed bricklayers and blocklayers working the Adelaide area
Engineers, Excavation and Building Certifiers
Here are engineers, excavation contractors, and building certifiers that work in the Adelaide areas.
Engineering & Plans
Magryn Engineering
Plans and Engineering for Retaining Walls Adelaide Wide
Contractor
Adelaide Excavation Service
Servicing all areas in Adelaide for your Excavation and Earthmoving requirements.
Council Consent Requirements for a Retaining Wall in Adelaide
Council approval for a new retaining wall is required for all State or Local Heritage Places/Areas. It is also required for:
- Retaining a difference in ground levels exceeding 1m
- A fence or retaining wall combination greater than 2.1 metres in height
- If the wall is forming part of a fence or safety barrier for a swimming pool or spa.
- A wall required to enable other development (e.g. retaining is required to construct a garden shed)
- Land within the Hills Face Zone, a Flood Area, or Historic Conservation Area
Whos Responsible for Construction
The owner who alters the natural lie of the land is responsible to provide a retaining wall and the wall must be on there side of the boundary.
However, where both property owners need to alter the land, they are considered jointly responsible and should share the cost of construction.
The location of the wall should be built with the centreline of the wall on the boundary or positioned to the agreement of both parties in writing.
This is a guide it is always best to talk to your local council.
Link to: Adelaide City Council:
For information on whether you require an Engineer for your planned wall see the section further down this page.
When do you need an Engineer for Retaining Walls in Adelaide
Engineers in Adelaide should be used for most insitu concrete walls or where walls require council consent.
Some pre manufactured materials ie concrete sleepers etc have been pre engineered and should be built to the specifications of the manufacturer.
Some suppliers such as sandstone walls have specifications for rock sizings engineered for the correct height and loading of the wall.
It is often best to decide on the type of the wall then talk to the supplier or installer of the wall to ascertain whether engineering is required for your wall.
Areas Serviced in Adelaide
- City of Adelaide
- City of Burnside
- City of Cambelltown
- City of Charles Sturt
- Town of Gawler
- City of Holdfast Bay
- City of Marion
- City of Mitcham
- City of Norwood Payneham St Peters
- City of Onkaparinga
- City of Playford
- City of Port Adelaide Enfield
- City of Prospect
- City of Salisbury
- City of Tea Tree Gully
- City of Unley
- City of West Torrens
- Adelaide Hills
Connect with a Qualified Tradie
As you can see when we talk about Retaining Walls in Adelaide the selection available is wide and varied.
We have presented you with a large choice which is why we recommend contacting one of our preferred contractors who have been checked that they are fully licensed to carry out the required work and registered to do business in their state.
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Adelaide Retaining Wall FAQ
Some of the reasons for building a Retaining Wall are;
- You do not have the space to batter the bank back at approx. 45 degrees.
- The bank to be retained is close to a structure.
- Usually a boundary wall requires some sort of retaining.
- An area needs to be levelled out so as to give you more liveable/workable space.
- You need to level out an area of a slope.
You can build a Retaining wall in Adelaide without council consent for walls up to 1 metre in height or a combination with a fence upto 2.1m without council consent.
There are many sorts of Retaining Wall options which are grouped into 4 types.
- Gravity Walls which rely on the sheer weight of the wall to retain a bank. An example of these are Rock walls.
- Piling Walls which rely on piles being driven, bored or placed under ground. These walls are usually timber, concrete piles or sheet piling.
- Canilever walls rely on the wall being attached to a Footing. Examples are Concrete and Concrete Block Retaining Walls.
- Anchored walls rely on the wall being anchored back into the back it is retaining. These walls are usually used in Commercial or Industrial areas.
Basically a retaining wall supports a bank. If that bank can be battered back to a slope of 45 degrees you do not require a Retaining Wall.
Yes you can, unfortunately though if the wall falls over damaging people or property you are liable. Any wall over 1 metre requires an approval from your local council.
The cheapest way to retain a bank is to batter it to 45 degrees. Failing this the cheapest walls depending on height are basically
- Timber
- Interlocking Concrete Blocks
- Concrete Sleepers
- Insitu Concrete
- Rock and stone
- Concrete Blocks
- Commercially designed walls