Retaining Walls in Shirley that solve sloping gardens and create usable outdoor space. Fine Landscaping designs and builds brick, stone, sleeper, block and gabion walls with proper drainage and engineered stability.
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Shirley gardens often sit on gentle to steep gradients, especially towards Addington Hills, where a well-built retaining wall makes a real difference. We create strong, attractive structures that hold back soil, prevent washouts and open up new planting or patio areas. From a neat brick wall to a modern gabion feature, every build is tailored to your layout. We regularly work across CR0, including routes near Shirley Windmill and Shirley Park Golf Club.
Local homes range from 1930s semis with long rear gardens to larger detached houses and newer developments with tighter boundaries. That mix affects access, foundations and the finish that looks right against existing brickwork. We match materials and detailing so the wall complements your property, whether you want traditional brickwork or contemporary block and stone. If you’re in Addiscombe or heading towards West Wickham, we’ll plan around typical driveway widths and side access.
We start with a site visit to assess levels, soil pressure and water movement, then propose a practical design with drainage and safe load paths. Our builds include proper footings, reinforcement where required, and tidy edges for planting and paving. You’ll get clear communication, a written scope, and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty. Homeowners choose us for retaining walls Shirley area projects because we engineer first, then finish beautifully.
In the London Borough of Croydon, ground conditions can vary between heavier clay and mixed made ground, so we size footings and drainage accordingly. We plan deliveries and waste removal around residential parking and school-run traffic near Trinity School. Many Shirley plots have level changes close to boundaries, so we design to protect fences, neighbours and existing landscaping. Our retaining walls in London Borough of Croydon are built to cope with seasonal rainfall and long-term ground movement.
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Costs vary by height, length, access and the level of engineering needed. As a guide, sleeper or block retaining walls often start around £250–£450 per linear metre for lower walls, while brick or stone can be £400–£800+ per linear metre. Gabion walls commonly fall between £350–£650 per linear metre depending on stone type. Drainage, steps, and terracing can add to the overall budget.
Most small garden retaining walls take 2–5 days, including excavation, footings and drainage. Medium projects with terracing, steps or multiple levels typically take 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on wall height, ground conditions, access for machinery, and curing time for concrete. If we’re matching brickwork or using natural stone, the build can take longer due to the extra detailing and careful laying required.
Many garden retaining walls are permitted development, but rules can change depending on height, proximity to a highway, and whether the wall forms part of a boundary. If your property is affected by specific restrictions or you’re altering levels significantly, additional checks may be needed. We’ll advise during the survey and can help you confirm requirements with the London Borough of Croydon, especially for front garden works or complex terracing.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our retaining wall workmanship, covering structural issues caused by installation defects. This includes key elements such as footings, wall construction, and installed drainage where specified. Normal wear, impact damage, or problems caused by later alterations (for example, adding heavy loads or changing levels) aren’t covered. We also use proven materials and correct build methods to reduce movement and cracking over time.
We build brick walls to match existing homes, natural stone for a premium look, sleeper walls for warm, contemporary gardens, and block walls that can be rendered or faced. Gabion walls are popular for modern schemes and excellent drainage. We can also include steps, planters and full terracing to maximise space. We’ll help you choose based on height, budget, maintenance preferences and how the finish will sit with your property and garden style.
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