Workshop
Ask a question

The Bunnings Workshop community can help with your home improvement projects.

How to remove a retaining wall?

toffeeapple
Building a Reputation

How to remove a retaining wall?

Hi All!

Back here again looking for some advice.

I have recently purchased a property (villa, 2 dwellings side by side) and it's under strata.

I came to inspect it today and looking to remove old retaining wall timber and extend the courtyard (will be looking to remove and relay pavers). Also looking to remove clothesline from middle and moving it somewhere else (I'm reaching out to strata to put a new fence dividing the two properties as that is also timber fence that is leaning.

There are huge tree trunks and roots that you can see on the wall and the roots run on the pavered area (some pavers are lifted).

The backyard neighbour also has the fence leaning (again strata issue...).

Any assistance? I want to d.i.y but my wife is hesitant. Apparently this is not common property and I can do what I want in my own courtyard (just need approval for fence).

 

image12.jpgBackyard.jpgDividing Fence (clotheslien attachedDividing Fence (clotheslien attachedSee backyard neighbour's fence leaning..See backyard neighbour's fence leaning..See backyard neighbour's fence leaning..See backyard neighbour's fence leaning..

EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to remove a retaining wall?

Hi @toffeeapple 

 

That inspirational picture looks great. However, I advise having your retaining wall assessed by a professional and getting a quote for its replacement. Due to its size and complexity, it's best to have this done by a professional.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

See something interesting? Give it the thumbs up!

Why join the Bunnings Workshop community?

Workshop is a friendly place to learn, get ideas and find inspiration for your home improvement projects