Retaining Walls
Solid walls.
Built to hold.
Timber and concrete retaining walls up to 1m across Greater Brisbane. Built to last, because what is behind the wall matters as much as what is in front.
Brisbane's hilly terrain means retaining walls are a necessity for thousands of properties. Whether you are managing a level change between yards, preventing erosion, creating a usable outdoor space, or building a fence-on-wall, Shield Fencing builds retaining walls that are structurally sound and look the part.
Why choose
retaining walls?
Up to 1m Height
We specialise in retaining walls up to 1m in height (approximately 5 sleepers). Walls above this height require engineering design and are not within our scope.
Drainage Included
Proper drainage behind the wall is critical. We install ag pipe and backfill correctly to prevent pressure buildup and premature failure.
Multiple Material Options
Treated pine sleepers, hardwood timber, or concrete, each with different aesthetics, lifespans, and price points. We will help you choose.
Fence on Wall Ready
Need a fence on top? We build combined retaining wall and fencing solutions so everything integrates cleanly.
Fully Licensed & Insured
All retaining wall work compliant with Queensland building codes. Fully insured to $10 million.
Erosion & Land Management
Retaining walls prevent soil movement, protect garden beds, and create usable flat areas on sloping blocks.
Available options.
We'll help you choose the right product for your project and budget.
Concrete Sleepers
The strongest and most durable option. Concrete sleepers will not rot or deteriorate, require minimal maintenance, and can carry a fence on top.
Maximum longevity, fence-on-wall, low maintenance
Treated Pine Sleepers
H4 or H5 treated pine sleepers stacked horizontally. A cost-effective option that suits most residential applications up to 1m.
Garden edges, modest level changes, budget-friendly projects
Hardwood Timber
Dense hardwood sleepers provide greater strength and longevity than pine. Better suited to taller walls and areas with heavy soil pressure.
Taller walls, higher pressure loads, premium finish
What clients say.
Professional, reliable and outstanding service. We recently engaged Shield Fencing to construct a retaining wall using concrete sleepers and to install a Colorb…
Karin from Riverhills
Retaining Wall & Colorbond Fencing
We recently had a retaining wall and fence built by Shield Fencing, and I couldn't be happier with the whole experience. From start to finish, their communicati…
Max from Paddington
Retaining Wall & Timber Fencing
Excellent communication from start to finish, competitive quote and excellent job. Always kept us up to date with progress, checked in with us regularly. Would…
Julia from Alderley
Retaining Wall & Colorbond Fencing
Great job without any problems. Quick, efficient and very professional. I would recommend Shield Fencing. Their quote was detailed and they delivered every poin…
Rob from Redbank Plains
Retaining Wall & Timber Fencing
Common questions.
Clients should identify known underground services prior to works. We recommend contacting Before You Dig Australia (BYDA) to request a free service locator plan before any excavation begins. We take a proactive approach on site, however unknown services can impact the installation process.
Ready to build
your retaining wall?
Whether you need to manage a slope, create a level yard, or support a new fence, we will assess your site and deliver a retaining wall built to last.
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