Retaining Walls in Shortlands built to look sharp and stay put. From brick and stone to sleepers and gabions, we engineer walls that manage levels, water and space. We’ve completed many projects across Shortlands and nearby areas.
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Sloping plots around Shortlands station and Ravensbourne often need strong, well-drained structures to create usable garden levels. We design and build retaining walls that stabilise banks, define borders and open up space for patios, lawns and planting. Whether you’re near Shortlands Golf Club or closer to Bromley, we tailor the wall style to suit the setting. Expect clean lines, careful groundworks and tidy finishes.
Shortlands is known for large Edwardian houses, Victorian villas and well-kept 1930s properties, many with mature gardens and changes in level. We match materials and detailing to period character—traditional brickwork for classic façades, natural stone for softer landscaping, or sleepers for contemporary terraces. If access is tight between side passages or you’re working with a long rear garden, we plan deliveries and build stages to minimise disruption. Homeowners across BR2 value solutions that look refined and perform year-round.
Our process starts with a site visit, level checks and a clear recommendation on structure and drainage. We handle excavation, footings, reinforcement where required, and proper backfill with weep vents or land drains to relieve pressure. You’ll receive a written scope, transparent options, and workmanship backed by our 10-year warranty. Fine Landscaping is based just 20 minutes away, so aftercare and follow-up are straightforward.
Gardens in the London Borough of Bromley can combine clay subsoil with heavy rainfall, so drainage and pressure relief are essential. In Shortlands, access and parking can be limited on residential streets, so we schedule deliveries and spoil removal carefully. We also consider nearby trees and roots, common around established plots, and adjust foundations and wall types accordingly. The result is retaining walls shortlands area homeowners can rely on in every season.
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Costs vary with height, length, access and the level of engineering needed. As a guide, sleeper walls often start around £180–£300 per linear metre, while brick or block walls commonly range £250–£450 per metre. Stone and gabion walls can be £300–£650+ per metre depending on finish and basket size. Drainage, excavation and waste removal are usually the biggest variables on BR2 plots.
Most domestic retaining wall projects take 2–7 working days, depending on length, height and materials. Small sleeper or low block walls can be completed in a few days, while taller brick, stone or engineered systems may take 1–2 weeks including curing time for footings. Access, weather, spoil removal and drainage installation can extend timelines. We provide a realistic programme before work starts.
Many garden retaining walls are permitted development, but rules can change with height, proximity to highways, and whether the property is listed or in a conservation area. If the wall forms part of a boundary, supports a raised terrace, or significantly alters ground levels, extra checks may be needed. We’ll advise during the survey and can help you confirm requirements with the London Borough of Bromley before you commit.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our retaining walls, covering structural integrity when built to our specification and maintained normally. This includes correct installation of footings, wall construction and agreed drainage components. Materials are also covered by relevant manufacturer warranties where applicable. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, unauthorised alterations, or issues caused by external drainage failures beyond the agreed scope.
We build brick walls, natural stone walls, sleeper walls, block walls and gabion walls, with options for steps, curves, copings and integrated planters. For challenging sites we can specify reinforced blockwork, geogrid systems or terracing to reduce pressure. We’ll help you choose a finish that suits your home and budget, and we design drainage and foundations around your levels and soil conditions. Retaining walls in London Borough of Bromley benefit from robust, water-managed details.
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