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Preparing for a tight-access retaining wall quote

A useful access brief starts at the street and follows the route to the wall.

Describe the complete route

Measure the narrowest point you can reach safely and note gates, steps, slopes, sharp bends, overhead obstructions and the surface along the way. Include where a truck could stop to unload.

Photograph the pinch points

Photograph each gate or turn and take a wide view of the wall from accessible ground. Tell the contractor if access is shared or if a vehicle would need to use a neighbouring property.

Ask how access changes the quote

Ask what equipment they expect to use, how they will bring materials in and take spoil out, and what surfaces need protection or reinstatement. Ask them to confirm access during a site visit.

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