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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?
JA brickwork & building maintenance have over 50 years experience between us ,we specialise in all aspects of buildingwork,from small jobs to big jobs currently building a new big extension on a new school,landscaping, fencing,conservatorys, rubbish removal ,insurance work restore-refurb,we take great pride in all ower work and make sure we offer the best possible services to ower customers.
Adam arrived on time ready to work. He was polite, friendly and professional. I am very happy with the finished work
I am a time served bricklayer based in Glasgow and surrounding areas I have been in the industry for 5 years i undertake all brick and blockwork jobs and I also undertake demolition jobs, rip-outs, removals and handy man jobs
Scott was Excellent from start to finish. He was prompt with what was a very reasonable and competitive quote. He advised me on the job requirements, kept me updated on deliveries and was here precisely when he said he would be The job he completed was to an excellent standard of work and finish. Wholeheartedly recommend Scott for any brickwork or building works
All brickwork,slabbing,steps,monoblocking,fencing & drainage.All landscaping and garden design.I have 40 years of experience,and have never left a customer unhappy with my work.I will offer the best advice for the job in hand.
Excellent job
I all ways wanted to be a bricklayer just like my farther so he sent me to college witch I did for two years learning the trade then worked for various companies gaining my experience giving me the opportunity to working with other trades witch I started to learn witch gave me more confidence to work for myself so I could provide a good customer service with the reliability and attention to detail with the 33 + years in the trade.
5 star! Quick response to advert, & quote. Arrived on time, did a great job & cleaned up afterwards. Definitely use again.
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What a great choice. Jason and his team were very professional and did a five star quality job. They were very tidy and did not stop work from start to finish. Jason himself was a perfectionist. He checked everybody's work and would not leave until he had all issues resolved. I would recommend them to anybody. Len Still
Hi we are a two band company me and my son plus contractor when we need them we do all aspects of the building game as specified in are categories from bricklaying to decorating we aim to keep all are customers happy from start to finish thanks
Very quick response and came the following day to remedy the issue; immediate quote provided no nonsense
Hello Harry Walker here, 15 years Experience in Building, Trade Qualifications for Bricklayer, Reliable, Affordable Service.
Great communications and excellent workmanship by Harry. Thoroughly recommended. Thanks!
Family run business. Have been a bricklayer for 30 years and now my son has followed in my foot steps. I have always been proud of my work especially conservation. I have recently joined rated people because I have had enough of the site work and feel its time to slow down and offer my experience to private work. I have done private work in the past and always ensured works were completed on time,at a reasonable rate and took pride in my work. I am a registered company and can be found on company house. I can supply my registration number for any checks.
Gerwyn from GR Jones Brickwork Limited did an absolutely superb job fitting a DPC Tray also replaced very damaged plasterboard on the inside of my patio door. He also skimmed the whole wall inside. The company are professional, polite. I am that impressed I will be having another job done by them. Price was very reasonable. Would definitely recommend this company.
About Andrey's Property Services. Thank you for looking at our profile page here at Andrey's Property Services. We are a team of highly skilled multi-talented tradespeople and between us we can do pretty much all work required in your home to a very good standard. This can be confirmed by looking at our excellent reviews and pictures of our previous work. Some of the things that make us stand out from the rest - NO UPFRONT DEPOSITS We only ever ask for payment once the work is complete and you have had a chance to make sure you are totally happy with everything. WE DO EVERYTHING Why have multiple tradespeople or multiple companies working on the same job when we can manage the whole project start to finish and take responsibility and ownership for everything. REVIEWED & CHECKED We have been through numerous checks into our background by independent organisations including TrustATrader and others that you can find on our website Including criminal background checks, public liability insurance checks, necessary qualification checks. ALL WORK GUARANTEED At Andrey's we are so confident in the quality of our work that we offer a full one to ten year guarantee on any work we do, totally free of charge. This combined with our 1 million pound public liability insurance should give you full confidence in Andrey's Property Services.
AVOID AT ALL COSTS. Andrey completed work under contract with guarantees, but within 2 months the exterior paint peeled off & looks awful. After acknowledging the poor workmanship, Andrey has systematically avoided all accountability - dodging calls, breaking promises, and blatantly refusing to honour his contractual obligations. A complete lack of professional integrity, despite us having all records of communication - he cannot be trusted to stand behind his work.
I am an experienced bricklayer with 11 years of expertise in providing high-quality brickwork services. Specializing in both residential and commercial projects, I take pride in delivering precise, durable, and aesthetically pleasing results. Whether it’s laying foundations, building walls, or creating custom masonry features, I ensure every job is completed with attention to detail and superior craftsmanship. My commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction makes me a trusted choice for all your brickwork needs. NEW BUILD HOUSES FOOTINGS ALL BUILDING ASPECTS GARDEN WALLS EXTENTIONS RENOVATIONS
Great job, quick, professional and tidy and even helped with a few other bits. Will be saving this number
Deanway pointing Has been trading since 2002 we undertake private and commercial work Offering partial reporting to full repoint or property’s At affordable prices we carry out quality work always completed on time always at the price quoted Thanks for your interest in Deanway pointing Kind regards Derrick
A very neat and tidy job - completed by a hard working and trustworthy guy. Highly recommended.
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avon stone contractors ltd are a Bristol based company who specialise in all aspects of stonework and landscaping from traditional lime repointing and stonework restoration to patios and fencing plus much more feel free to contact us for a no obligation quote
Nothing to find fault with. Avon Stone gave a competitive quote for the work, turned up when they said they would, did the work well in good time and were pleasant to have around. Would definitely be happy to use again.
Shane’s home improvements has firmly built it’s reputation on perfection with outstanding customer service, reliability and attention to detail. We provide a dedicated, personalised service, providing solutions to maximise your outdoor space. We strongly believe that a job is not worth doing unless it is done right. Shane’s home improvements has extensive expertise in providing a number of services, including design and construction of Patios, Walling, cedar & softwood Fencing, Millboard & timber decking, contemporary garden buildings, stainless steel and glass balustrades & balconies, block Paved, natural stone and resin bound driveways and Paths and installation of Artificial Grass/AstroTurf and much more. Drawing from our 13 years of experience, we offer a whole world of garden design ideas, which are excellently installed to suit different garden types, shapes and sizes, and fully meet your personal requirements. From modern designs to more traditional styles, we ensure you’re delighted with the end result. We Provide bespoke landscaping services for private and commercial clients Renowned for our quality installations and workmanship combined with high-quality materials such as natural stone paving, vitrified paving, porcelain paving, stainless steel, glass, cedar and Millboard decking. Shanes home improvements are a landscape design and home improvement services company you can trust
T Rawley Stonemasonry is a small, family business specializing in Stone masonry, Brickwork and stone flagging. We are listed building and conservation specialists.
Tom, arrived on the time and on the date agreed and provided a first class service rebuilding our dry stone wall as i had major concerns the wall was about to collapse on to our vehicle. The quotation was fair price for all the hard work that tom put in to making sure the project was completed to a very high standard. We will definitely be using Tom's services again for all future project works. Fully recommended. Kind regards Lee
Hi, i have been in the building trade for 20 years, I' m a qualified bricklayer and do all kinds of building work Very hard working and reliable and fully insured with public liability insurance and i work to a very high standard...
Great work and exactly what I needed, no mess afterwards very professional and would definitely use again if I needed him.
We are a family run Utility & reinstatement business that are based in the area of Coventry. We have been trading since 2016. We specialise in gas, water and electric service renewals to existing and new builds and also offer driveways, and drop kerb services. Also brickwork ,concrete pads . Garden make overs . All our workers are time served with correct credentials and experience. We hold the below accreditations 1. iso9001 2. Constructionline Gold 3. Acclaim 4. SSIP 5. LRQA GAS, WATER & ELECTRIC services & mains 6. Tarmac, backfill, bricklaying nvq
From a single tile to a new roof we cater to all with a range of colours and options to suit all budgets. We supply and fit new upvc dry verges and dry ridge to eliminate the ongoing cost of yearly maintenance we also supply and fit maintenance free gutter systems with integrated hedge hog systems in place to ensure gutters need no maintenance we also supply and fit new upvc facial soffits and barge board new walls built and repointing available also we do weather pointing new joists flat roofs we supply and fit Epdm Firestone rubber flat roofs to eliminate the ongoing costs associated with older materials. ig. Felt roofs that will degrade as time passes we also supply and fit upon request eco friendly roof systems for those who prefer a greener planet friendly option thanks for reading any questions pls feel free to contact us
C & N Constructions is a well-established company offering construction and landscaping services for both residential and commercial clients. Our faith: We believe in open and honest communication and shared goals which will generate greater continuity in workload and thereby provide sustained improvements in quality, efficiency & delivery. Our mission: To safely deliver any project, any time, in any environment for the benefit of our customers, shareholders, employees and the communities we serve. Company vision: C&N Constructions is committed to building long-term relationships based on integrity, performance, value, and client satisfaction. We will continue to meet the changing needs of our clients with our quality services delivered by the most qualified people. Get in touch and we can start asap! We offer free and no obligation project estimate.
The job was to cut back a severely overgrown patch of garden. Chris & his team, Adrian & Cosmin, gave me a competitive quote, after coming to visit the site to assess what needed to be done. They started next day and completed the job quickly and to my complete satisfaction. The site was cleaned up & all waste taken away. I will definitely use them again and strongly recommend them.
A friendly service you can trust to get the job done ((( liability insured )))
Couldn't be happier with the work that David and Chris carried out. They completely transformed our garden and gave valuable input into the design as it progressed. They put in some serious hard graft to get the job completed in the timeframe they gave and the price we were quoted is exactly what we paid. They left the place clean and tidy as well. Absolutely would recommend, thanks guys..
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 did a great job, arrived on time, clear communication, polite, professional, accommodating and cleaned up after the work. Quality of the work was great and can definitely recommend him.
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