Retaining Walls Brisbane Style

Residential and Commercial Retaining Walls in and around Brisbane

Retaining Walls Brisbane

Retaining Walls HQ are here to help. Read on to find out why Retaining Walls in Brisbane is the popular choice connecting locals.

Whether you are planning on getting a retaining wall built or if you are thinking about DIY.

Retaining Walls HQ provide info and 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……

Our website has plenty of resources providing answers to frequently asked questions including:

Brisbane Council Requirements

Do you need building consent? Find out on this page.

Brisbane Retaining Wall Contractors

We have the best contractors for you in Brisbane. Right here!

Brisbane Retaining Wall Suppliers

The best places to get your materials.

Also other stuff to play with, like:

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
Cost effective retaining wall options
Whether the retaining wall is a DIY project
A basic guide to the different types of retaining walls
The different materials used in building retaining walls
Advantages and disadvantages of certain types of retaining walls

Suppliers and Contractors of Retaining Walls Brisbane and Beyond

Concrete Sleepers Brisbane

Don’t be fooled by the name. Concrete sleeper retaining walls in Brisbane now offer concrete sleepers that resemble anything but plain concrete!

Modern day applications deliver a spectacular look that resembles slate, timber or stone.

Possibilities are endless, visit your local supplier for concrete sleeper retaining wall ideas and advice on which will be the best option for your landscape.

Most suppliers offer a guarantee if the wall is built to specifications.

For more great info on everything concrete sleepers go to our page specifically for Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls.

For a Free Quote on Supply Only or Supply and Install Concrete Sleepers see: Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls Brisbane or QPro Concrete Sleepers Pty Ltd

For a Free Quote on Install only of Concrete Sleepers see: The Retaining Walls Specialists

For excavation see: Coast 2 Coast Earthmoving

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Concrete Sleepers in Brisbane

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Block Retaining Walls Brisbane

Reinforced concrete block walls can be built to form any angle or curve for that designer look.

The beauty of these type of walls is that they can be built vertically, not requiring the wall to angle back therefore being the perfect wall for tight spaces.

A well constructed block retaining wall will last for decades to come not being prone to attack from termites or rotting away.

For more information and a free quote contact our chosen contractors and tradesman to complete your job.

For a Free Quote on Concrete Blocks supply only see: Austral Masonry

For a Free Quote on laying Concrete Blocks or Supply and Install see: Brisbane Blocklayers

For excavation see: Coast 2 Coast Earthmoving

For Engineering see: Structural Engineers Online Pty Ltd

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Block Walls in Brisbane

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Pre Cast Concrete Block Retaining Walls

Dry stacked blocks that are manufactured to a certain shape that piece together like a jigsaw, without the need for mortar.

Great for DIYers as each block usually can only be placed in the correct position, so you cant go wrong.

No need for concrete footings and the blocks also come in various colours and sizes.

For a Free Quote on Pre Cast Concrete Blocks supply only see: Austral Masonry or National Masonry

For a Free Quote on laying Concrete Blocks or Supply and Install see: The Retaining Wall Specialists

For Excavation or Earthmoving see: Coast 2 Coast Earthmoving

For Engineering see: Structural Engineers Online Pty Ltd

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Pre Cast Block Retaining Walls in Brisbane

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Concrete Retaining Walls Brisbane

Reinforced concrete walls will last over 100 years if built to specification, are termite resistant, will not rust or rot and are generally fireproof.

They are one of the strongest forms of wall and can be built to any design.

Finishes can be rendered, painted, natural, ground, cladded with stone facing or by using shotcrete made to look like a rock wall.

For a Free Quote on Supply and Installing Concrete Retaining Walls see: The Retaining Wall Specialists

For Excavation or Earthmoving see: Coast 2 Coast Earthmoving

For Engineering see: Structural Engineers Online Pty Ltd

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Concrete Retaining Walls in Brisbane

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Sandstone Retaining Walls Brisbane

The choice of Sandstone as a retaining wall is incredibly popular. Available in a wide range of different finishes there is a style of sandstone retaining wall design to suit all landscapes.

They can provide a stunning backdrop with sandstone being widely abundant in our climate each supplier manufactures their own size and shape.

There are also two grades, A grade the dearer option and B grade, still viable but with a lower price point.

Different types of finishes can be produced on the face off the stone to give different effects. The more the stone is worked the higher the overall cost will be, so factor that in to the budget.

Contact our preferred sandstone retaining wall specialist.

Sandstone Supply only see: Sandstone Hub or Sandstone World

For a Free Quote on Sandstone Supply and Install see: Tamborine Builders

Suppliers and Licensed Contractors for Sandstone Retaining Walls in Brisbane

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Stone Walls Brisbane

Consult one of our professional installers to guarantee that look you’re aspiring to! Although it may look easy most installation requires careful placement of the stone whether it is dry stacked or set with mortar.

With many stone options available including sandstone, bluestone, limestone, granite, slate, marble, schist, basalt makes selection a difficult choice.

Consider which stone and retaining wall design finish best accentuates the property.

For a Free Quote on Stone Supply only (all stone incl sandstone) see:

For a Free Quote on Stone Wall Supply and Install see:

For excavation see:

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Stone Walls in Brisbane

Rock Walls Brisbane

The eye catching addition of a rock retaining wall is best completed by an experienced contractor. The large rock formations means this type of retaining wall are generally stacked without needing mortar.

Offering a loose formation finish without mortar is one method or does you’re property require a statelier presentation? Whichever aesthetic is favoured an experienced contractor can advise on the best style of retaining wall specialising in rock design in Brisbane.

For a Free Quote on Rock Supply only see: Rockworx

For a Free Quote on Rock Wall Supply and Install see: Boulder Wall Constructions or Tamborine Builders

For excavation see:

Suppliers and Licensed Contractors for Rock Walls in Brisbane

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Brick Retaining Walls Brisbane

Brick retaining walls are well utilised widely providing another option for curving garden walls that can amble their way through the property making a stunning visual feature to any natural garden.

Brick walls are resistant to termites, will not rot or rust and to a degree resistant to fire.

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Brick Walls in Brisbane

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Timber Retaining Walls

Timber retaining walls are a popular lower cost option able to retain different soil types up to 4 metres in height.

Timber retaining walls are generally quick to construct, popular with the DIY home gardener.

There are 2 groups of timber, softwood or hardwood. Treated pine is a softwood but the best timber to use in a retaining wall are Hardwoods such as grey gum, ironbark, tallow wood, bloodwood and forest red gum.

These timbers are also listed according to AS 3660.1 as being termite resistant.

Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Timber Retaining Walls in Brisbane

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Gabion Walls Brisbane Style

Installing a Gabion retaining wall is probably one of the quickest and easiest methods available, favoured by the DIY home handyman.

This method of filling steel wire mesh cages with rocks or stone originally was used and still is prominent around large commercial sites or supporting high walls on the side of the road.

A new trend sees them used on a smaller scale on residential dwellings. They can be bought in many different sizes allowing them to be placed in a terraced effect.

The larger cages are on the bottom, then once filled and secured a slightly smaller one can be erected on top, or they can be vertically stacked with the same size cage.

Some of the newest styles feature sheet metal cages with a rusted finish that blends well with the natural environment.

For a lower wall a timber seat can be placed on the top making it a retaining wall that doubles up as a garden seat as a bonus!

Suppliers and Contractors for Gabion Walls in Brisbane

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Is Council Consent required for a Retaining Wall in Brisbane

Council consent is not required for a retaining wall in Brisbane if;

the total height of the wall, cut or fill is no more than 1 metre above the natural ground surface of the wall.
there is no surcharge loading (eg driveway, structure) over the zone of influence for the wall. See council for full explanation.
the wall is no closer than 1.5 metres to a building or another retaining wall
it does not form part of the fencing for a pool.

You will require specific advice from your local council if your proposed retaining wall is;

located on a site covered by the following overlays:
- bushfire
- biodiversity area
- coastal hazard
- heritage
- floodzone for Brisbane river
- landslide
- sulphate soils
- waterway corridor
- wetlands
located on a site subject to the following codes:
- Conservation zone
- Environmental management zone
Part of the development of a dwelling on a small lot
associated with the subdivision of a site
where excavation exceeds thresh holds of councils filling and excavation codes

Check councils fact sheet here: Brisbane City Council Link

Links to Local Councils follow:

When Engineer Designs are required for Retaining Walls in Brisbane

Engineers in Brisbane are required for larger scale walls that require council consent. Some suppliers have certified their product by an engineer to be constructed to a certain height.

Have Confidence by Recruiting one of our Tradies

If you don’t know where to start Retaining Walls Brisbane is a great place offering helpful leads, constructive advice and ideas to get your retaining wall project underway.

All of the contractors listed are tried and trusted professionals in their field bringing their expert advice and skills to make sure the job is completed to a high standard from start to completion.

All tradespeople are licensed and ready to commence work in your area.

Make the Connection with one of our Experienced Contractors

When searching for Retaining Walls in Brisbane the type of retaining wall ideas available is wide and varied.

We have only provided you with a guideline which is why we recommend contacting one of our preferred contractors for selection.

Contractors have been checked so they are fully licenced to carry out the required work and registered to do business in their state.

Areas Serviced in Brisbane

City of Brisbane
Logan City
Redland City
Moreton Bay Region

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Brisbane Retaining Wall FAQ

When should you Build a Retaining Wall

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.

When do I need Council consent to build a Retaining Wall in Brisbane?

You will NOT need council consent to build your retaining wall if

there is no surcharge loading above the wall.
the height of the wall is not more than 1 metre above natural ground level.
the new wall is no closer than 1.5 metres to a building or another retaining wall.
the new wall does not form part of the fencing to a pool

What are the different types of Retaining Walls

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.

What can I do instead of a Retaining Wall

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.

Can you Build your own 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.

What is the Cheapest type of Retaining Wall

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

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More Info on Types of Retaining Walls

Timber Retaining Walls

Thinking of building a Timber Retaining Wall? Find info and ideas here.

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Concrete Sleepers

All the info on Concrete Sleeper Walls. What are they, and where to find suppliers and installers.

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Brick Retaining Walls

Needing a Brickie to build your wall and want to know a little bit about them.

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Rock Retaining Walls

Looking for a Beautifull Rock Wall. Find suppliers info and types of walls here.

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Concrete Retaining Walls

Concrete Retaining Walls can be as small or as large as you need them to be. Not usually for the handyman though.

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Gabion Retaining Walls

What are Gabion Walls? They can be a cheaper alternative if you can find the right material.

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Concrete Block Retaining Wall

Need information, suppliers and a experienced Tradie. Find them here.

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Sandstone Retaining Walls

Looking for a stunning Sandstone Wall. Let us help you.

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Retaining Walls for Gardens

Ideas on how you can make you garden into a showpiece! You can also DIY.

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Retaining Wall DIY

All the types of walls that you can build yourself. Information, Suppliers and council regs that may affect you.

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Stone Retaining Walls

Are you thinking of a wet or dry stacked wall? We'll help you with what you need for a bueatiful Stone Wall.

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Retaining Walls Ideas

A page full of pictures and information of different types of walls. So you can choose your wall.

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Retaining Walls Brisbane Style