Retaining Walls in Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie is building fast. New estates in Thrumster and Sovereign Hills mean cut-and-fill blocks and level changes between neighbours, while older homes along the Hastings River and coastal blocks at Lake Cathie and Bonny Hills deal with water and sand.
RETAINEASE supplies engineered concrete sleepers to Port Macquarie homeowners, landscapers and builders, made at our factory in Cardiff. Every sleeper is steel reinforced, made to meet Australian Standards and won’t rot, warp or discolour. Choose from Woodgrain, Smoothface, Stackstone and Split Face Block in a range of colours.
We supply the complete retaining wall system … reinforced sleepers, galvanised steel channels and concrete post and rail. We also make sleepers for pavers, steps and sea walls.
Building on a new estate? Read our guide to retaining walls in Port Macquarie for tips on estate rules, flood-prone land and drainage.
Our System
Easy to install
Weather Resistant
Structural Integrity
Reinforced Steel
Adheres to Australian Standards
Engineer Designed & Certified
About RetainEase
RETAINEASE is a family-owned and operated business that has been producing concrete products in Cardiff, Lake Macquarie, since 2016. We supply the Hastings with the same engineered sleepers we sell from our own showroom.
We make sleepers for residential, commercial, industrial and in-water projects … from a single garden bed to a structural retaining system for a new subdivision. Every product is engineered to exceed Australian Standards.
Why Choose RetainEase in Port Macquarie
Made for new estates.
Sovereign Hills is part of a $1.5 billion masterplan, and its Sovereign Rise stage alone will add up to 135 homes. Our sleepers come in four profiles and a range of colours, so they can suit estate design guidelines while doing the structural work.
Ready for flood and coastal land.
In March 2021 the Hastings River reached Short Street and Clarence Street, and council later counted more than 1,000 impacted locations. Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s coastal planning also flags acid sulfate soils near the estuaries. Reinforced concrete handles wet ground and salt air without rotting.
Built for the rain.
Port Macquarie averages around 1,408 mm of rain a year, with March the wettest month. A properly drained concrete sleeper wall keeps its line for decades.
Port Macquarie Retaining Wall FAQs
Do I need council approval for a retaining wall in Port Macquarie?
Port Macquarie falls under Port Macquarie-Hastings Council. Many low retaining walls, generally up to 600 mm, can be built as exempt development under the State Environmental Planning Policy (Exempt and Complying Development Codes) 2008, if they meet the policy’s conditions. Taller walls, or walls near boundaries, on flood-prone land or on coastal land, usually need a complying development certificate or development application.
If you’re on a new estate, check its design guidelines too.
Does acid sulfate soil affect my retaining wall?
It can. Port Macquarie-Hastings Council’s coastal planning flags acid sulfate soils in low-lying estuary areas, and disturbing them can release acid. If your planning certificate (Section 10.7) shows acid sulfate soils, ask council what controls apply before you dig footings.
Do you deliver to Port Macquarie?
Yes. We supply Port Macquarie from our Cardiff factory. If you’re passing through, our showroom at 5 Belford Place, Cardiff, is open Monday to Friday, 7am to 3.30pm, and we can send product information and our flyer before you order.
How do I arrange a quote?
Call (02) 4956 5269, email info@retainease.com.au or use the quote form below. We supply both public and trade customers across Port Macquarie and the Hastings.
Do you install retaining walls?
No, we’re suppliers. We can put you in touch with experienced landscapers and installers who work across Port Macquarie and the Hastings.
Are your sleepers engineered?
Yes. Our concrete sleepers are fully engineered, and a generic drawing and design statement are available on request.
The RetainEase System
At RETAINEASE, we have four different types of structural sleepers currently available: Woodgrain, Smoothface, Stackstone, and Split Face Block. These sleepers are not only structurally sound, but they also offer a range of textures and colours, allowing you to choose a solution that complements your property’s style and aesthetic.
Woodgrain
Smoothface
Stackstone
Split Face Block
A structural retaining system for your Port Macquarie project
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Request A Quote in Port Macquarie
Tell us about your Port Macquarie project … the suburb or estate, the wall length and height, and whether you need supply only or an installer referral. If you’re building new, include your estate’s design guidelines and we’ll help you choose a compliant profile and colour.
Contact Us
Phone
info@retainease.com.au
Address
5 Belford Place
Cardiff NSW 2285
Opening Hours
Monday – Friday
7am – 3.30pm
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From new estates in Thrumster to riverside and coastal blocks, every Port Macquarie site is different. That’s why we offer a range of solutions, and we can come to your Port Macquarie site to measure and quote on your retaining wall project.