Busselton Retaining Walls

The most common reason for having one is to provide much needed structural support in soil or water application to avoid erosion and runoff from your property. They are usually found around many homes, businesses, schools, residential or commercial properties, and places where additional support is needed.
To achieve our client’s expectations, we manufacture and utilise high quality materials and products to ensure that the wall is completed effectively and to the highest possible standard. We have a variety of materials used to build retaining walls such as Concrete Blocks, Stone Veneers, Poured Concrete, Bricks, Timbers, Boulders, and Limestone Blocks.
As a general rule, building a retaining wall needs professional assistance from a licensed retaining wall specialist. These types of structures are massive and they require careful planning, proper design, and construction, as well as a local government permit. Most important, when building a retaining wall is to determine if an engineering plan is needed for the project.
On average, most retaining walls are between 1 to 2 metres high. This is optimal because it doesn’t require any anchors, or expensive engineering methods, though in some cases the wall must be higher for dams or certain commercial properties.
The wall should lean into the hill at a minimum of 2 cm for every 30 cm of height in order to maintain a safe load on the wall. This can also help with the drainage when the soil becomes saturated.
Every retaining wall should include a drainage behind the wall. Though it is a good idea to install a drainage pipe on all walls, there are certain situations where a perforated drain pipe is absolutely necessary. These walls need a drainage system regardless of the wall height.
A permanent retaining wall can last between 25 to 100 years, depending on the material, soil, and groundwater. But consider the type of material used to construct a retaining wall and any necessary maintenance needed for the structure’s longevity and performance.
A retaining wall is extremely risky to construct because, in a worst case situation, it may collapse. It might lead to possible hazards if you don’t have enough expertise and tools. Your local council, on the other hand, determines the maximum height at which you can construct walls without obtaining approval. If you’re planning to construct a structure that will be higher than the council’s regulations, please contact us and we’ll gather the required permits and planning permissions from a structural engineer. Professionals at Busselton Retaining Walls undertake evaluations and precise measurements to ensure that the foundation’s condition and strength meet local government standards for structural stability and strength.
Our retaining wall products and structures are engineer designed, tested and constructed from Australian Standard 4678. Our specialists carry out some evaluations and accurate calculations to guarantee that the condition and strength of the foundation exceed the required structural strength and stability.

Absolutely! Limestone block is one of the most solid, affordable, and natural retaining wall construction materials. It is extremely weather resistant, and although it may naturally erode over time, the corrosion will only be superficial and will not affect your home’s structural integrity. It’s also available in a range of colours and can be cut to a variety of finishes, making it very versatile. If you want to have your own limestone block retaining walls, you can contact us and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

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