Those steep Dartford gardens needn't be a landscaping nightmare anymore. Gabion walls bring industrial elegance to residential spaces, turning problematic slopes into architectural features that actually enhance your property.
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Dartford's mix of Victorian terraces and newer developments often share one challenge - awkward level changes. Wire mesh cages filled with stone have become the go-to solution for homeowners seeking something more interesting than standard brick retaining walls. The industrial aesthetic suits both period properties near the town centre and contemporary builds around Greenhithe equally well. Plus, drainage is built right into the design.
Construction starts with proper foundation preparation - crucial given the clay-heavy soil common across DA1. Steel mesh cages get assembled on-site, then filled with your choice of stone: Kentish ragstone for traditionalists, or imported granite for modern schemes. Each basket interlocks with its neighbours, creating a structure that flexes naturally with ground movement. The porous nature means no hydrostatic pressure build-up behind the wall, eliminating the drainage headaches that plague solid retaining structures.
Local knowledge matters when dealing with Dartford's planning requirements and soil conditions. Having completed installations from compact Crayford gardens to larger Bexley properties, the nuances of each neighbourhood's requirements are second nature.




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Budget around £180-£300 per square metre installed, though smaller residential projects in DA1 often work out slightly higher per metre due to access constraints. A typical 15-metre garden wall runs £3,500-£5,000 complete.
Absolutely - from the town centre out to Crayford Station, plus neighbouring Bexley and Greenhithe. Most DA1 postcodes fall within our standard service area with no travel charges.
Most residential gabion walls take 4-7 working days from excavation to completion. Larger terracing projects might stretch to two weeks, weather permitting.
Each installation carries decade-long protection against structural failure. The galvanised steel cages resist corrosion for 50+ years, while proper stone selection ensures the fill material remains stable throughout the warranty period.
Definitely - the open structure makes adding elements straightforward. LED strips thread through the mesh beautifully, while trailing plants soften the industrial look. Many Dartford clients opt for integrated planters at the top for herbs or alpines.
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