North & East Melbourne's Licensed Builder

Most Walls Are Built by Landscapers. Ours Are Built by a Licensed Builder.

There's a reason Metricon, Boutique Homes and Nostra Homes trust us — we build walls that actually last, not just walls that look good on day one.

✓ Licensed builder — not a landscaper
✓ 25 years of building experience
✓ Trusted by Melbourne's top home builders
✓ Ballpark figure before any site visit

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Hannah will call you the same day

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We specialise in projects from $20,000 and above. North & East Melbourne only. No obligation.

Why walls fail

Why So Many Retaining Walls in Melbourne Fail Before They Should

Most retaining walls aren't built by builders. They're built by landscapers — and for a simple garden bed, that's fine. But for a wall holding back tonnes of soil, it's a different story.

The most common reasons walls fail early:

✕ Posts not set deep enough for the soil load
✕ No proper drainage installed behind the wall
✕ Built by someone who couldn't read soil reports or engineering plans
✕ Looks perfect on day one — starts moving within a few years

The problem isn't the materials. It's who's interpreting the site and building to a proper standard.

Concrete sleeper being craned into position

Trav — Licensed Builder, 25 Years Experience

The difference

What a Licensed Builder Does Differently

Trav comes from a carpentry and building background — not landscaping. That changes everything about how your wall gets built.

✓ Reads and interprets plans, drawings and soil reports properly before the build starts
✓ Understands construction standards — not just what looks good on the surface
✓ Sets posts to the correct depth and installs proper drainage behind the wall
✓ Builds to engineering requirements so your wall lasts 20+ years, not just 5
✓ Trusted by Metricon, Boutique Homes and Nostra Homes to deliver to professional building standards

Anyone can make a retaining wall look finished. Not everyone builds one that holds.

Trusted by industry leaders

Trusted by Melbourne's Leading Home Builders

When Melbourne's established builders need retaining walls done to a professional standard, they call us.

5.0 ★★★★★ · 29 Google Reviews

What Melbourne Homeowners Say

★★★★★

"Trav and his team are truly excellent. They're great communicators that take pride in their work and operate with integrity. I highly recommend them if you're after a quality retaining wall at a competitive price."

Jenni — Ascot Vale

★★★★★

"I couldn't be happier with the work done on our retaining wall. The quality of the workmanship is outstanding and the finished result looks fantastic. It really gave our home and landscaping a beautiful Hampton look and lifted the whole appearance of the property."

Nick T — Greenvale

★★★★★

"Really impressed with the workmanship from the Melbourne Retaining Walls team. Great value and very quick responses from quoting to after care. They didn't cut corners — even handled a stubborn tree stump without fuss. Thanks again for the great job."

Pat Mullaney — Doncaster East

Our process

A Quoting Process That Doesn't Waste Your Time

No waiting around for a price with no context. Here's exactly what happens when you reach out.

Fill in the form

Tell us about your job and approximate budget. We specialise in projects from $20K+.

Hannah calls same day

Our office manager Hannah calls you the same day to find out more about your job.

Get a ballpark first

We give you a rough figure before any site visit so you know where you stand. No surprises.

Site visit

If the ballpark suits, Trav comes out to inspect. He'll confirm or adjust the figure on site.

Official quote

Happy with the assessment? We send the formal quote and lock in a start date.

No pressure. No vague pricing. Just a clear process from the first call to the last post.

Built properly

We Focus on What You Can't See — Because That's What Makes It Last

A retaining wall is a major investment. The parts that determine how long it actually lasts aren't the parts you can see. They're the post depth, the drainage, the way the site was read before a single thing was built.

✓ Posts installed at the correct depth for your soil and load
✓ Proper drainage system behind the wall — not an afterthought
✓ Built to engineering and construction standards from day one
✓ A wall that looks good and stays good for 20 years or more

Anyone can make a wall look finished. Not everyone builds one that holds.

Ready to Find Out What Your Job Will Cost?

Fill in the form and Hannah will call you the same day with a no-obligation ballpark figure. No site visit required to get started.

Prefer to call? 0483 908 349

Get Your Free Ballpark

Hannah calls same day — no obligation

Name *

Phone Number *

Email Address *

Suburb *

Wall Material *

Approximate Budget *

Timeline *

Projects from $20,000+ · North & East Melbourne only

Common questions

Got Questions? We've Got Answers.

Do I need engineering plans before I call you?

No — you don't need anything before reaching out. Hannah will walk you through what information we need on the call. If engineering is required for your job, we'll let you know during the process.

What areas do you service?

We service North and East Melbourne. If you're unsure whether we cover your suburb, give us a call on 0483 908 349 and we'll let you know straight away.

What's the minimum project size you take on?

We specialise in retaining wall projects from $20,000 and above. This lets us focus on quality jobs and give every client the attention they deserve.

What's the difference between a licensed builder and a landscaper?

A licensed builder is trained to interpret engineering plans, soil reports and working drawings — and is held to a higher construction standard. For structural retaining walls holding back significant soil load, a licensed builder is the right person for the job.

How long does a retaining wall project take?

It depends on the size and complexity. We'll give you a realistic timeframe during the quoting process so you know exactly what to expect before we start.

How soon can you start?

Current availability varies. The best way to find out is to get in touch — Hannah can give you an indication of lead times when she calls you.