Retaining Walls in Hither Green that stabilise slopes, create usable terraces and look right for your home. From brick and stone to sleepers and gabions, we design and build with proper drainage and engineering. Expect tidy workmanship, clear pricing and a finish that lasts.
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Sloping lawns and raised borders are common around SE13, and a well-built retaining wall can turn awkward levels into practical garden space. We design and install retaining walls that prevent soil movement, manage water and add structure to your outdoor layout. Whether you’re near Hither Green station or walking distance from Mountsfield Park, we’ll tailor the build to your site and access. Every wall is planned to suit your garden’s height changes, planting and pathways.
Hither Green’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and 1930s semis often have narrow side access, stepped gardens and mature trees that affect foundations. We regularly work across the retaining walls hither green area, including Lee, Lewisham and Grove Park, adapting designs to tight boundaries and existing brickwork. If your garden needs terracing for a patio, lawn or play space, we’ll recommend the right wall type and footing depth. Our aim is a structure that complements period features while meeting modern performance standards.
We start with a site visit to assess levels, soil conditions and drainage routes, then provide a clear specification and itemised quote. Our builds include correct foundations, weep holes or land drains where needed, and tidy finishing details such as copings and returns. Homeowners choose us for retaining walls in London Borough of Lewisham because we communicate well, keep sites organised and prioritise safety. All work is completed by experienced landscapers and backed by a written guarantee.
Across the London Borough of Lewisham, gardens can have mixed ground, old made-up soil and heavy clay that holds water. We design retaining walls with drainage and backfill that relieve hydrostatic pressure, especially on sloped plots near parks and railway lines. Access and parking can be tight on residential streets, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours carefully. For SE13 homes, we also consider boundary lines and neighbouring structures before excavation begins.
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Costs vary with height, access, material and drainage requirements. As a guide, sleeper retaining walls often start around £250–£450 per linear metre, while brick or block walls with proper footings and drainage are commonly £350–£700 per linear metre. Stone and gabion walls can range from £450–£900+ per linear metre depending on finish and fill. Terracing, steps and restricted access can increase labour and disposal costs.
Most small garden retaining walls take 2–5 days, including excavation, foundations and drainage. Medium projects with terracing, steps or multiple levels typically run 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on wall height, curing time for concrete, access for materials, and whether we’re working around existing patios, trees or services. We’ll confirm a programme after the site survey and keep you updated if weather affects groundworks.
Many garden retaining walls are permitted development, but rules can change if the wall is next to a highway, forms part of a front boundary, or if the property is listed or in a conservation area. Height, location and changes to ground levels can also matter. We’ll flag any likely issues during the survey and can advise what to check with Lewisham Council. If approvals are needed, we’ll help you prepare the details.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our retaining wall workmanship, covering structural integrity, installation standards and defects caused by our build. This includes foundations, wall construction and specified drainage elements, provided the wall isn’t altered or overloaded after completion. Materials are covered by their manufacturer warranties where applicable. We also give clear maintenance guidance, such as keeping drainage outlets clear and avoiding heavy loads near the wall edge.
We build brick walls to match existing house brickwork, block walls with rendered or faced finishes, natural stone walls for a premium look, sleeper walls for warm contemporary gardens, and gabion walls for modern, well-draining structures. We can include piers, copings, steps, planters and full garden terracing. After assessing levels and soil, we’ll recommend the best option for stability, drainage and style, with samples and clear drawings where helpful.
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