Those tricky sloping gardens behind Earlsfield's Victorian terraces deserve better than crumbling retaining walls. Stone-filled gabion baskets create stunning, practical boundaries that actually complement the architectural heritage of SW18.
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Gabion walls have quietly become the smart choice for Earlsfield homeowners tackling everything from railway embankment gardens to awkward level changes. These wire mesh cages filled with angular stone solve drainage nightmares whilst looking decidedly contemporary. Unlike traditional brick retaining walls that crack and lean over time, gabions flex naturally with ground movement – particularly useful given the London clay that dominates this corner of Wandsworth.
Installation begins with proper foundation assessment, crucial when dealing with the mix of made ground and clay typical between Garratt Lane and the railway lines. Steel mesh baskets get positioned, then hand-filled with selected stone – often reclaimed London stock brick pieces or Mendip limestone. Internal bracing wires maintain shape as each layer settles. The permeable structure means water flows through rather than building pressure behind, eliminating the drainage headaches that plague solid walls.
Twenty years building in SW18 means knowing which properties face subsidence risks near Wandsworth Common's edge. Local structural engineers trust our gabion installations because proper specification matters more than pretty marketing photos.
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Most terraced properties in SW18 require 15-25 linear metres of gabion wall, typically £180-250 per metre depending on height and access. A complete rear garden transformation usually falls between £2,700-6,250.
Absolutely – from the Wandsworth Common end right through to properties backing onto the Wimbledon branch line. Regular work includes gardens off Magdalen Road, Burntwood Lane, and those challenging plots near Earlsfield station.
Typical Earlsfield gardens see completion within 5-8 working days, though railway-adjacent properties sometimes need Network Rail approvals adding 2-3 weeks upfront.
Each gabion structure carries decade-long protection covering mesh integrity and stone settlement. The galvanised steel cages resist corrosion for 50+ years, far outlasting any warranty period.
Properly engineered gabions handle substantial loads – we've successfully incorporated bases for garden offices and even supported raised patios. Each design gets calculated specifically for your intended use.
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