Retaining Walls Gold Coast Area
Everything you Need to know about Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast, incl Council regs and the top Suppliers and Builders.
Retaining Walls Gold Coast Style
Welcome to Retaining Walls HQ. Retaining Walls Gold Coast has plenty of great ideas and useful tips to help you make an informed choice. Are you planning on getting a Retaining Wall built or are you are mulling over about DIY?
On our website you will be able to find information such as:
- Info on what your local council requires to build a retaining wall on the Gold Coast and a link to council. Here is the quick link for this page.
- What type of retaining wall is required/suited for your landscape
- Which type of retaining wall will require an engineered design
- Retaining wall suggestions for inspiration
- Whether the retaining wall is suitable for a DIY project
- General information on different types of retaining walls
- The main materials readily used in building retaining walls
- Advantages and disadvantages of several types of retaining walls
- Cost effective retaining wall alternatives
- Make a connection with one of our trusted certified tradespeople
You can feel confident to connect here with trusted, qualified tradespeople. At Retaining Walls HQ, we value our experts in the trade, who are happy to provide a FREE no obligation quote. Find out more……
Options for Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Find the 3 Best Suppliers, Contractors or Tradespeople on the Gold Coast right here. And also, a way to work out the cost of your retaining wall.
Use our quick selection to go to the type of wall you are looking for.
Sandstone Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Adding a stone retaining wall to the landscape is a favourite feature amongst homeowners. Sandstone is well loved, visually stunning while being widely available in our quarries.
Sandstone blocks can usually be cut in any size to suit the height of the wall to be built. Sandstone used in retaining walls in Australia are graded into A grade and B grade. B grade being the cheaper option although is no less viable than A grade.
To work out a rough cost of a sandstone retaining wall on the Gold Coast use the following square metre rates
“A grade” cut sandstone block $450 – $600 per m2
“B grade” cut sandstone block $350 – $500 per m2
Random sandstone boulders $300 – $450 per m2
Following is a selection of the top Sandstone suppliers and Installers on the Gold Coast
Sandstone Retaining Walls Gold Coast Suppliers
Supplier
Gold Coast Sandstone
Quality sandstone delivered from the quarry to the Gold Coast
Supplier
Helidon Sandstone Industries
Quality sandstone delivered from the quarry to the Gold Coast
Sandstone Retaining Walls Gold Coast Licensed Contractors
Licensed Contractor
Classic Rock Walls
Quality sandstone delivered from the quarry to the Gold Coast
Licensed Contractor
Stonemasters Gold Coast
Specialises in the professional installation of Rock Walls on the Gold Coast.
Rock Walls Gold Coast
The fashionable addition of a rock retaining wall is recommended to be completed by a professional with the correct machinery. Common types of rock include natural bush Rock, Sandstone, Granite and Basalt as suitable options.
Whether a loose formation that consists of larger rocks dry stacked without mortar is the look you are pursuing, or a more formal presentation using rocks which have been chiseled to shape is your choice.
To work out an estimate on the cost of a random boulder rock wall on the Gold Coast multiply the square metres by $350 – $450.
Contact one of our experienced contractors who specialise in the design and installation of rock retaining walls on the Gold Coast.
Suppliers for Rock Walls on the Gold Coast
Supplier
All Rock Retaining Walls
Install quality Rock Retaining Walls from Ballina to Brisbane.
Licensed Contractors for Rock Walls on the Gold Coast
Licensed Contractors
Wise Rock Scapes
Supply and install rock retaining walls Gold Coast and hinterland
Licensed Contractor
Classic Rock Walls
Install quality Rock Retaining Walls from Ballina to Brisbane.
Licensed Contractor
Superior Rock Walls
Specialises in the professional installation of Rock Retaining Walls Gold Coast and Brisbane.
Stone Retaining Walls
A stone retaining wall built well should last almost a lifetime, so it pays to choose an installer who is experienced with erecting stone walls.
With each stone slightly different no two walls will look the same.
With various stones available including bluestone, limestone, granite, slate, or schist as the most popular choice enhancing all landscapes.
Stone retaining walls have a certain quality about them raising the bar against other retaining walls.
They are able to be assembled using mortar in between the stones to hold in place or dry stacked.
Suppliers of Stone on the Gold Coast
Licensed Contractors for Stone Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast
Licensed Contractor
Grant Proctor Stone Masonry
Servicing all areas on the Gold Coast with any type of machine you require.
Gabion Walls
Once people realise how quick and easy these types of retaining walls are to install, expect to see them featured predominantly in residential landscapes.
Definitely an upcoming trend, no longer limited to the commercial properties.
Different rocks or stones of your choice are placed inside steel mesh cage. The cages are manufactured to different lengths, heights and with different finishes to the galvanized metal.
They are able to be stacked and installed mostly without any footings. Each cage has metal cross wires that act as a brace inside to prevent the pressure of the rocks causing the mesh to bow outwards.
They can even have added plants inserted throughout that can cascade through providing a type of garden wall as well.
See below for suppliers and contractors servicing the Gold Coast area.
Suppliers of Gabion Cages for the Gold Coast
Suppliers
Gabion Walls Australia
Suppliers of Gabion Cages for Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide.
Contractors for Gabion Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Contractors
Tecscape Landscaping Contractors
Quality Installation of Gabion Walls Gold Coast wide.
Licensed Contractors
Australian Retaining Walls
Installation of Gabion Walls Gold Coast wide
Pre Cast Concrete Block Retaining Walls
Dry stacked blocks that are manufactured to a certain shape that all slot together without having to use mortar. Great for the professional look or DIYers
There are various finishes and colours to the blocks which also do not need a concrete footing.
For a Free Quote to Supply or Install see our chosen suppliers and contractors below.
Suppliers of Pre Cast Concrete Blocks on the Gold Coast
Supplier
ABC Building Products
Supplying concrete block Retaining Wall products to all areas on the Gold Coast.
Supplier
National Masonry
National Suppliers of concrete block products across Australia
Supplier
Austral Masonry
National supplier of concrete block products across Australia
Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Pre Cast Block Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesmen
Australian Retaining Walls
Installation of Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide incl Timber, Conc Block, Concrete Sleepers and Concrete.
Licensed Tradesmen
Urbanscape
Builders of Pre Cast Concrete Block Retaining Walls to all areas on the Gold Coast.
Licensed Tradesmen
Shanes Scapes
Builders of Concrete Block Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast
Block Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Concrete block walls can be built to form any angle or curve and are usually the wall of choice as the structure for stone facing. This where stone is cut to be glued onto the structural wall completing a high class designer wall.
For a cheaper alternative the wall can be rendered with a coloured render, rendered and painted or just painted to match any colour for a cheaper alternative again.
For that professional look in your retaining wall contact any of our licensed tradesman or contractors
The cost of a concrete besser block retaining wall which is core filled is in the vicinity of $450 -$750 per square metre.
For a Free Quote see our recommended suppliers and blocklayers below.
Suppliers of Concrete Blocks on the Gold Coast
Supplier
ABC Building Products
Supplying concrete block Retaining Wall products to all areas on the Gold Coast.
Supplier
National Masonry
National Suppliers of concrete block products across Australia
Supplier
Austral Masonry
National supplier of concrete block products across Australia
Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Block Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesman
Coastal Masonry Constructions
Licensed Contractor that provides high quality work gauranteed for all Retaining Walls and Footings.
Licensed Tradesmen
Gold Coast Bricklaying
Supplying concrete block products to all areas on the Gold Coast.
Concrete Sleepers Gold Coast
Suppliers on the Gold Coast now manufacture concrete sleeper panels in a variety of finishes, (the masters of disguise). Solid applications that promise a convincing finish that resemble timber, stone or slate.
Concrete sleepers are termite proof, will not rot or rust showing why they are becoming a popular choice for a solid retaining wall.
Concrete sleepers are strong and durable allowing for extra loading from driveways and structures above.
There are many combinations on the design, colour and finish when selecting a concrete sleeper retaining wall.
The possibilities are endless, the decision just depends on which finish is most suited to your landscape.
The cost of a concrete sleeper retaining wall in the Gold Coast area is $500 – $650 per m2 fully completed.
Suppliers of Concrete Sleepers on the Gold Coast
Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Concrete Sleeper Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesmen
Australian Retaining Walls
Installation of Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide incl Timber, Conc Block, Concrete Sleepers and Concrete.
Licensed Tradesmen
Jobs Right Concrete Constructions
Servicing all areas on the Gold Coast
Timber Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Timber retaining walls are a valuable option able to retain different soil types up to 4 metres in height.
Even though the timber is treated to resist termites to Australian standards, all timber will eventually rot after long term exposure to the sub-tropical climate of South East Queensland.
Still it is reasonable to expect well-constructed timber retaining walls on the Gold Coast to last upwards of 15 years.
Cost of timber retaining walls per square metre.
H4 Treated timber sleepers is $350 – $550 per m2
H5 Treated pine logs $400 – $550 per m2
For a Free Quote on Timber Retaining Walls Supply and Install see our preferred contractors below.
Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Timber Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesmen
Australian Retaining Walls
Installation of Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide incl Timber, Conc Block, Concrete Sleepers and Concrete.
Licensed Tradesmen
Gold Coast Landscapes
Installation of Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide incl Timber
Licensed Tradesmen
Shanes Scapes
Builders of Concrete Block Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast
Brick Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Brick retaining walls are often used to match existing brickwork on Gold Coast properties.
Walls can also be designed as a feature in garden and landscaped areas by utilising the wide range of bricks on offer from local suppliers.
Brick walls are often combined with reinforced concrete to build columns into the retaining wall giving the wall extra strength and alternative design features.
See some of the Gold Coasts top suppliers and Tradespeople below.
Brick Suppliers on the Gold Coast
Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Brick Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesman
Coastal Masonry Constructions
Licensed Contractor that provides high quality work gauranteed for all Retaining Walls and Footings.
Licensed Tradesmen
Gold Coast Bricklaying
Licensed bricklayers for quality Bricklaying on the Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesmen
Bricks Plus
Licensed bricklayers for quality Bricklaying on the Gold Coast
Concrete Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Reinforced concrete walls can be made to be the strongest type of retaining wall for any height of wall. They will also outlast most other types of retaining walls.
Concrete retaining walls on the Gold Coast are being built to any shape for that custom design look.
They are often cladded with a stone or rock facing for a high quality finish or built using the shotcrete method to look like a rock wall.
For a Free Quote to Supply and Install a Concrete Retaining Wall on the Gold Coast check out our preferred contractors.
Suppliers, Contractors and Licensed Tradesman for Concrete Retaining Walls Gold Coast
Licensed Tradesmen
Australian Retaining Walls
Installation of Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide incl Timber, Conc Block, Concrete Sleepers and Concrete.
Licensed Tradesmen
Envirostruct Services
Installation of Concrete Retaining Walls Gold Coast wide
Licensed Tradesmen
Qld Shotcrete Services
Concrete Retaining Walls built in Concrete to look like rock.
Gold Coast Engineers, Excavation and Building Certifiers
If your retaining wall is required to have council consent to construct, you will more than likely require an Engineer and Building Certifier.
Below you will find a cost competitive Engineer ready to deal with your retaining wall design.
Building Certifiers that work with Gold Coast council who you will need to inspect work on your site
An Excavation company that has the equipment to tackle any job, large or small.
They are ready to work with you on any project large or small.
Engineering & Plans
Structural Engineers Online Pty Ltd
Plans and Engineering for Retaining Walls Brisbane Wide
Excavation Contractor
Coast 2 Coast Earthmoving
Servicing all areas on the Gold Coast with any type of machine you require.
Councils Requirement to Build a Retaining Wall on the Gold Coast
The first step if you are proposing to build a retaining wall on the Gold Coast, is to find out if you need planning and/or building approval.
Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast need development/ building approval, unless they meet all of the following criteria:
- less than one (1) metre high
- further than 1.5 metres to a building/structure or another retaining wall
- only supports the soil behind the wall, nothing above eg driveways other structures
- combined wall and fence height are less than 2 metres
- not part of a pool fencing
- not in an easement or covenant area
- not in a waterfront setback area.
- not built over a service (sewer or stormwater)
- meets structural requirements
- meets earlier development conditions
For further information you can contact Gold Coast Council here
If you are unsure of these requirements you can contact a licenced contractor, designer, engineer or building certifier from one of our links on this page.
Suburbs Serviced on the Gold Coast
- Arundal
- Ashmore
- Benowa
- Bilinga
- Benogin
- Broadbeach
- Broadbeach Waters
- Bundall
- Burleigh Heads
- Burleigh Waters
- Carrara
- Coolangatta
- Currumbin
- Currumbin Waters
- Currumbin Valley
- Elanora
- Mermaid Beach
- Mermaid Waters
- Merrimac
- Miami
- Mudgeeraba
- Palm Beach
- Pimpama Area
- Reedy Creek
- Robina
- Tallai
- Tallebudgera
- Tugun
- Varsity Lakes
- Yatala area
- Worongary
Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast Built by Experienced Tradies
Here is why Retaining Wall HQ is a great place to get your retaining wall on the Gold Coast underway.
- By removing the guesswork, we connect you with one of our qualified tradespeople.
- 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.
- The contractors are experts in their chosen field, offering advice and constructive ideas to help you choose a retaining wall suited to your property.
- All tradespeople are licensed and ready to commence work in your local area.
Why Choose Us for Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast
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Gold Coast 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 will require Gold Coast Council consent if your retaining wall is more than 1 metre in height and 1.5 metres from a building or another retaining wall. There are other requirements to check for which some are shown on this page.
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
Defining Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast
A retaining wall is a structure erected to support an excavated or filled embankment that requires stabilisation and provides a barrier to prevent erosion.
While most are load bearing, smaller retaining walls are designed to create a level area to increase usable space or house a garden bed.
A successful retaining wall structure should always include appropriate drainage as this is the most common cause of Retaining Wall failure.
A retaining wall is often referred to as a Retainer Wall, same thing different name.
Select from one of our Trusted Tradies for your Retaining Walls on the Gold Coast
We recommend Retaining Wall HQ on the Gold Coast for your one stop shop as the selection available is wide and varied.
It can be confusing with all the options available and there will be certain exceptions to the type of retaining wall allowed for your build.
This is why we encourage you to contact one of our preferred contractors who have the experience.
You can have confidence that they are fully licensed to carry out the required work to a high standard and registered to do business in their state.