Retaining Wall Services
Expert Concrete Block Retaining Wall Construction
Whether you're dealing with a steep block, want to create garden terraces, or need to protect your new home's foundation from soil movement, proper retaining wall construction is essential.
We design and build structural retaining walls throughout Mt Barker, Hahndorf, Stirling, and the surrounding Adelaide Hills areas. As licensed retaining wall contractors, we specialise in concrete block retaining walls and timber sleeper systems—each with integrated drainage for long-term stability.
Why Retaining Walls Need Professionals
Many Fail Within A Few Years
Drainage is Critical. Without proper drainage behind retaining walls, water pressure (hydrostatic pressure) builds up, causing walls to lean, crack, or fail altogether. We install ag lines, drainage rock, and weep holes in every wall.
Foundation Matters. Retaining walls must sit on properly compacted, level foundations with adequate depth. Inadequate footings cause settling and structural failure.
Engineering Requirements. Walls above certain heights require engineering certification. We know local regulations and when engineering is necessary.
Soil Considerations. Different soil types exert different pressures. Clay soils, common in Adelaide Hills areas, require specific construction approaches.
What Makes An Embark Retaining Wall
What We Do
Site excavation and preparation for wall installation
Proper drainage installation behind walls
Terracing for sloped properties
Cut and fill work for level platforms
Site preparation for landscapers
Perfect For
Creating flat entertaining areas on sloped blocks
Terraced garden beds for Adelaide Hills properties
Driveway access on steep blocks
Preventing soil erosion on hillside properties
Building platforms for home extensions
Servicing Mt Barker and the surrounding Adelaide Hills—we cover an approximately 25km wide radius.
Let Us Work Together.
Call Us Directly: 0401 089 545
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