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Why good drainage is important

When it comes to retaining walls we tend to think of the material and how it will be constructed. See why there is more to it than you think. Where does that water go? GRANULAR SOLUTION.Drainage of rainwater or other wet conditions is important in the stability of a retaining wall. The backfill can be […]

Who pays for my retaining wall?

When it comes to retaining wall costs it is the most heated and emotionally argued subject between property owners. Where do the retaining wall posts go? Is a retaining wall the shared cost and responsibility if it's built on the boundary? The most critical thing to keep in mind is the lay of the land. Where does it […]

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Before I build my new house

The sloping block is ever coming up in the new home building scene. Making sure all soil is correctly levelled and retained is critical before you engage a building team. In most cases, you want to build on a level and compact stable ground. Here you will cut and or excavate and this will need […]

Can I do my own Council Approval?

Retaining walls purpose whether a sleeper retaining wall, gabion retaining wall, sandstone retaining wall is to support soil that is not naturally retained. Because we need to produce a structure to allow us to retain this soil it can have an effect on surrounding areas and the retaining wall cost. There is also the safety […]

5 sensational wall looks!

In the residential home, there are a number of reasons for installing a beautiful retaining wall. Firstly adding value to your home and secondly enjoying a beautiful wall in the material of your choice. 1. TIMBER. What a great finish and so natural. It can come in the form of treated pine, and also some hardwood […]

Can I build my wall on my property boundary?

Yes, you can. But check the Development Act of 1993. Here are some things to think about. There it states that included in the design is the allowance for future work below the wall to a maximum depth of 600m. So check your local requirements before you start to build anything. A few things to keep […]

Do I need an Engineer for my Retaining Wall?

Don’t know if you need an engineer? Thinking about it actually means you probably do need an engineer. What would happen if someone was injured or hurt because a wall collapsed? See why there is more to it than you think. See why there is more to it than you think. In Australia council regulations […]

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