Fine Landscaping designs and builds Retaining Walls in Raynes Park that look sharp and perform for decades. From sleeper terraces to engineered blockwork, we manage levels, drainage and finishes with care. Expect tidy workmanship, clear timelines and a result that suits your home.
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Sloping lawns and awkward level changes are common around SW20, especially on family plots near Cannon Hill Common and the streets leading to Raynes Park station. A well-built retaining wall turns those changes into usable terraces for lawns, patios and planting. We construct walls that resist movement, manage water properly and complement your existing brickwork and paving. The result is a garden that feels larger, flatter and easier to maintain.
Raynes Park homes range from 1930s semis with long rear gardens to Victorian terraces and Edwardian houses with tighter access. Each property needs a different approach to foundations, loading and finishes. We match materials and detailing so new work sits comfortably alongside period features, while still meeting modern performance standards. If you’re close to Wimbledon, New Malden or Motspur Park, we can also coordinate levels across patios, steps and paths for a joined-up look.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check soil conditions and identify drainage routes before recommending the right wall type and build-up. Every retaining wall includes proper footing design, backfill selection and drainage measures to reduce hydrostatic pressure. You’ll receive a clear scope of works, tidy site management and a practical programme that fits around family life. Homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, robust engineering and finishes that stay crisp year after year.
In the London Borough of Merton, gardens often sit on mixed ground with pockets of clay that hold water after heavy rain. We design drainage and backfill to keep pressure off the wall and reduce frost movement. Access can be narrow on terrace rows, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and neighbour considerations carefully. Where parking is controlled, we schedule loading to minimise disruption and keep the site orderly.
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Costs vary by height, access, and whether drainage or terracing is required. As a guide, sleeper retaining walls often start from around £180–£300 per linear metre, while block or brick retaining walls are commonly £250–£450+ per linear metre. Stone and gabion walls can range from £300–£650+ per linear metre. Excavation, spoil removal and steps can add to the total, especially on tight-access SW20 plots.
Most domestic retaining wall projects take 2–7 working days, depending on length, height and access. A small sleeper wall may be completed in a couple of days, while engineered blockwork with terracing, steps and drainage can take a week or more. Timescales are affected by excavation depth, curing time for concrete footings, and whether we’re coordinating with paving or fencing. We’ll confirm a schedule after the site survey.
Many garden retaining walls are permitted development, but rules can change based on height, location and whether the wall borders a highway or affects drainage. If your property is in a conservation area or the wall is part of a larger redesign, extra checks may be needed. We’ll advise on likely requirements and can help you confirm details with Merton Council where appropriate. We also build with safety and structural stability in mind regardless of permissions.
Yes. Our retaining wall installations come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and structural integrity when built to our specification. This includes the wall structure, footings and installed drainage measures, provided the area isn’t later altered in ways that change loading or water flow. We also use proven materials and correct backfill to reduce movement over time. Warranty details are set out clearly in your quotation and handover notes.
We build brick walls to match existing house brick, modern block walls with rendered or clad finishes, natural stone walls for a traditional look, sleeper walls for warm timber terracing, and gabion walls for a contemporary, drainage-friendly option. We’ll help you choose based on height, budget, garden style and maintenance preferences. Design can include curves, piers, copings, integrated steps and planting beds. We also specify drainage and engineering suitable for the site conditions.
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