How much does a retaining wall cost in Sunshine Coast?
Most retaining walls in Sunshine Coast cost $2,425–$14,550
for a standard residential wall
A 10-metre wall at 1m height in Sunshine Coast costs $2,425–$6,800. Per-metre rates range from $195/lm for timber sleepers to $680/lm for sandstone. Walls over 1.5m need engineering ($485–$1,950).
+3.7%
Retaining Wall costs in Sunshine Coast have risen this quarter, driven by strong construction activity and trade shortages.
Q1 2026 vs Q4 2025
Average Retaining Wall Cost in Sunshine Coast
$126
per hour for standard residential work
Call-Out Fee
$63–$158
Emergency Rate
$263–$735
Common Job
$158–$420
A retaining wall in Sunshine Coast costs $195–$435 per lineal metre for timber sleepers, $240–$580/lm for concrete sleepers, and $340–$680/lm for sandstone. A standard 10-metre wall at 1m height costs $2,425–$6,800. Larger or engineered walls can cost significantly more.
Detailed Pricing — Sunshine Coast 2026
| Service | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timber sleeper wall (per lineal metre) | $195/lm | $310 | $435 |
| Concrete sleeper wall (per lm) | $240/lm | $390 | $580 |
| Block / besser wall (per lm) | $290/lm | $485 | $730 |
| Sandstone wall (per lm) | $340/lm | $535 | $680 |
| Boulder wall (per lm) | $240/lm | $390 | $580 |
| Gabion wall (per lm) | $290/lm | $485 | $775 |
| Small garden wall (5 lm × 0.5m) | $970total | $1,750 | $2,725 |
| Standard wall (10 lm × 1m) | $2,425total | $4,375 | $6,800 |
| Large wall (15 lm × 1.5m) | $4,850total | $8,750 | $14,550 |
| Engineering / structural cert | $485per job | $970 | $1,950 |
| Drainage behind wall | $29/lm | $48 | $78 |
| Old wall demolition + removal | $48/lm | $97 | $175 |
Prices verified February 2026 · Cross-referenced against 90+ Australian trade pricing sources · See methodology
Prices include GST. Based on Sunshine Coast metro area, Feb 2026. Outer suburbs may vary.