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Garden walls are a more substantial alternative to fencing, they’re often chosen to provide a bit more perimeter privacy, support outdoor structures or to complete your grand garden designs. Find an experienced bricklayer, and they’ll be able to build you a garden wall that fits the style of your home and slots seamlessly into your garden.
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Garden walls add a touch of panache to your outdoor space. But they’re there to do more than just elevate your garden design.
There are many reasons why you might need to build a garden wall. Often garden walls are selected over alternatives like fencing because they provide a solid base to fix another structure on (or to). Garden walls can be used to support fencing and pergolas, suspend bulky items like planters, and shallow walls can be used to support decking too. A solid brick wall can also act as a retainer, holding soil and earth in place – particularly handy if your garden has a steep slope or bank.
But garden walls can help to solve other issues. For example, their robust brick construction makes them ideal for reducing road noise. They can also provide an elegant privacy-boosting solution.
Whatever your reason for building a garden wall, find an expert, reliable bricklayer. They’ll ensure your brick boundary is structurally sound, and built to last.
Cost of garden wall building
Most garden wall building jobs will be priced per square metre. So, the price you pay will be influenced by the size of the wall you want to have constructed. Excluding materials (the bricks or stone you choose will affect the price significantly), expect to pay:
- For a single-skin wall, anywhere from £200–£300 per sqm
- For a double-skin wall, anywhere from £250–£400 per sqm
How to build a garden wall
The process to build a garden wall will differ depending on what purpose your wall needs to serve – whether it’s there to act as a retaining wall, or is simply intended to be a neat perimeter.
Your bricklayer will usually follow this five-step process:
- Drawing up plans. Your bricklaying expert should begin by sketching out the design and size of your wall, so there’s no confusion about what you want (and what you’re paying for). Make sure any shrubs, plants, other garden features, and (crucially) electrical cables and water pipes are included, so there are no shocks as the ground is dug for the next phase – foundations. A single-skin wall often won’t provide enough solidity, so most bricklayers will recommend building a wall that’s double skin (two bricks wide).
- Laying foundations. Even shallow garden walls need a solid base to sit on. Your tradesperson will be able to advise on the depth of the foundations you need for your wall. Usually, they’ll dig a trench around 300-mm deep, pouring concrete to the required level and tamping it down to form an even, flat surface when it dries.
- Preparation for laying. Your bricklayer will then set out a string line to ensure blocks and bricks are laid neatly. At this stage they’ll mix up mortar – typically six parts sand, one part cement and one part hydrated lime, with mortar plasticiser added to the water.
- Laying blockwork. Then it’s time to lay the blocks or bricks. Beginning at one end, your bricklayer will spread the mortar along the string line, around 12–15 mm in depth. Once the first brick is laid in place, it’ll be gently tapped down, compressing the mortar to a 10-mm depth. The next brick should be laid with around a 10-mm gap. To give the blockwork that classic overlapping pattern, the next row (or course) begins with a half brick, so each new complete brick straddles the joint on the row below.
- Pointing. As the mortar sets, it can be neatly pointed in using a trowel. For a smart finish, your bricklayer should aim to smooth the mortar back to a few millimetres from the brick face. And, after clearing away any mess, that’s the job done.
Types of bricks for garden walls
- Standard clay brick walls. These are the most common types of brick walls, and are the cheapest option too. You’ll have the choice of a range of bricks – in different sizes, styles and colours. For something more authentic or rustic, you could consider reclaimed or second-hand bricks – just beware you can pay more for these bricks than new ones.
- Natural stone walls. For a top-end finish, look no further than natural stone. Depending on how rugged you want your wall to look, you can opt from an undressed stone (which is essentially the raw stone that’s been dug from a quarry) through to a fully dressed stone – typically machine-cut into neat blocks. Natural stone walls are impressive, but you’ll pay premium prices for that premium style.
- Dry and semi-dry stone walls. A genuine dry stone wall will be built without mortar, using stones which fit neatly together. Finding those jigsaw puzzle pieces can make dry stone walls expensive though, so another option (which might save time and material costs) is semi-dry stone walling. To the untrained eye, it appears to be a genuine dry-stone wall, but there’s mortar hidden between the joints to reinforce the structure.
The qualifications your garden wall building expert needs
Your garden wall builder won’t need to hold accreditations or formal qualifications, but an apprenticeship, diploma or some form of vocational training in bricklaying is helpful.
Beyond that, look for experience and evidence of previous garden wall building work they have completed. And ensure they’re able to provide a number of independent customer references.
Planning permission for garden wall building
Garden walls standing over one-metre tall and bordering a public road or pavement require planning permission. And the same goes for any garden wall over two metres in height. You can read more about planning permission for garden walls on the Planning Portal website.
Insurance for garden wall building assembly
Make sure your property and possessions are protected against any damage by asking your professional for proof of their public liability cover.
Questions you should ask your garden wall building expert
- Will they be quoting by the size of the wall, or on a day-rate basis?
- Can they supply bricks and materials?
- Will a single-skin wall be sufficient, or will a double-skin wall be required?
- Are they able to build natural stone walls as well as brick walls?
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Having worked for myself for 30 years in most aspects of construction and maintenance my good reputation means everything to me. I pride myself on leaving a satisfied customer who will recommend me to family and friends.
I found Paul to be approachable well mannered an excellent tradesman and just an all round really nice fella
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Richard and his team did a great job of replacing our garden gazebo roof. Pete and the lads who worked at the property were professional and courteous throughout and I’d have no hesitation in recommending them.
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From the first visit from John to give us our quote and discuss design and layout we received great service. They obtained permission for dropped kerb and completed the two car driveway with little bit of landscaping in two days. David, Lewis & Anthony worked hard and left everything tidy and all rubbish was collected the next day. Would definitely recommend. No payment was required until job completed to our satisfaction. We’ve since had two neighbours ask for their contact details. ??????????
We are a family run business who prides its self on our reputation we carry out full reroofs to minor roof repairs we also undertake all PVC soffits facia and guttering dry verge caps and dry ridge also all pointing work welcome our work is all guaranteed
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Excellent work from Steve and his team - weather hampered completion, but Steve kept us informed and the team delivered a great job ready for our new gates to be fitted ... the pillars look like the original and have always been there and they made a great job of the other works especially the blending in of the drive cobbles
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Excellent service from Clint - super friendly and professional, very knowledgeable, really efficient with contact and communication. So happy with the work completed and will definitely be using Midlands for any further work in our garden. Definitely hire Clint with confidence!
Hi, my name is Neil. I've been a Landscape Gardener for 17 years and hold a City and Guilds Certificate in Decorating. My wife is also certified in Garden Design. We have two loyal members of staff and deliver a friendly and reliable service.
Good communication and all work completed to an excellent standard. No problems.
"Local plumbing and heating engineer always giving the best finish. With over 10 years of experience in both commercial and domestic property's."
Lindley Developments are committed to offering first class products and services at competitive prices. We have over 40 years experience in the construction industry, providing roofing works, building, Internal alterations and all types of glazing.
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TIGER PAVING & LANDSCAPING LTD Experienced and professional installers of paving and hard and soft landscaping services ABOUT US At Tiger Paving & landscaping Ltd, we believe in bringing together the very best in workmanship, and materials, to guarantee you a service that that is second to none . We strive to offer the highest level of quality and attention to detail, with the emphasis on customer satisfaction and value for money. Our hand picked team are dedicated ,highly skilled with many years experience and most importantly care about your garden project as much as you do! AREAS WE COVER We cover the whole of Kent, South East London and Kent/Sussex borders with the majority of our clients being located between Ashford and Bromley area's. WHY CHOOSE US Each job large or small, is fully project managed from the first call, through to completion, with the emphasis on attention to detail and 100% customer satisfaction. We are fully insured for up to £5 million public and employers liability and carry an upper tier waste licence . When you choose Tiger Paving & landscaping Ltd to carry out your garden project, we want you to not only be thrilled with your transformed outdoor space, but also to enjoy the experience of working with the Tiger Team! HOW CAN WE HELP YOU If you are looking to re-vamp your outdoor space and would like some idea's, and help with the best way to get the most from your budget. Or even if you know exactly what you want, but want to make sure that you are using the right company to come and make your dream garden a reality, then please contact us for an appointment to come and discuss your requirements SERVICES THAT WE OFFER Fencing, Driveways, Patio's Resin bound surfacing, Brickwork & rendering, Turfing, Artificial turf Decking, Sheds and summer houses Garden clearance and maintenance. Tree and stump removal Concrete slab bases FREE ESTIMATES We offer a no obligation free site visit and written estimate, or if you are just curious about potential cost for a future job and can provide us with dimensions and photo's of your garden, we can also provide you with a ball park estimate/budget figure for your project via email. WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA Visit our FB or Instagram pages via our website to see some more of our current and previous work www.tigerpavingandlandscaping.co.uk We hope that our services are of interest to you and look forward to hearing from you! The Tiger Team .
What Can I say !? Nicola, Paul and the team did a brilliant job from start to finish ! Nicola always on the ball either texting or phoning with updates when required. Paul and his team doing the grafting in the garden and overcoming obstacles easily! Great solid new fencing all round ! Will certainly use them again!
we are a friendly family run business. providing a quality job at a good price.
They did a great job, left the place nice and tidy and at a good price, couldn't fault them all would definitely recommend! Was also a quick turnaround from quoting to finishing off the work
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Marcus priced job for pointing and brickwork 17th April and was done and dusted 30th April. Pleased with job and would recommend.
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He appears to be a lovely guy when he came to the property. He told me he would have sent a quote via text message but haven’t heard back from him. Tried to call him but he didn’t answered the call
Welcome to JM Landscapes & Driveways Ltd, your trusted partner in transforming outdoor spaces across the Midlands! We're a family-run business founded on a simple principle: dedication to excellence in gardening and landscaping. At JM Landscapes & Driveways, we specialize in general garden maintenance, paving, fencing, and decking. Whether it's a residential haven or a commercial landscape, our team of two brothers brings a combined 15 years of expertise to every project we undertake. What sets us apart? Our commitment to your satisfaction. We stand by our work and won't expect payment until you are completely thrilled with the results. Your happiness is our priority, and we ensure that our craftsmanship exceeds your expectations. From sprucing up your backyard to creating stunning outdoor spaces, we're passionate about enhancing the beauty and functionality of your property. Our services cater to both domestic and commercial clients, offering tailored solutions to suit every need. When you choose JM JM Landscapes & Driveways Ltd, you're choosing a team dedicated to quality, reliability, and personalized service. Let's transform your landscape into a masterpiece together.
I used the rated people site to try & find a reliable company to relay my front drive. I had a first response from JM Landscapes and Myles of JM actually called out at the weekend, the day after my enquiry, to discuss the job & agree terms Myles, Jim and the team were ready to start the following Monday and worked efficiently and effectively to deliver an excellent job that I would be happy for anyone to view. First class service, first class job.! I can truly thank JM for their work & thoroughly recommend!
i have over 20yrs experience in the building trade .have nvq level 2 brickwork qualification also work with various types of building companies to gain more knowledge in the industry ..i am firm believer in letting my work speak for itself.
Paul was absolutely brilliant - really efficient and high quality work. We had a difficult wall rendering job - very high up. Paul was punctual, friendly, explained things clearly and did a great job. No problems with the third party who Paul hired to provide a mobile tower - Paul coordinated it all.
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