Piled Retaining Walls
We specialise in piled retaining wall design, manufacturing and installation. These steel piles form permanent retaining walls to support a variety of construction and groundwork projects.
- Contiguous, secant and king post options
- Can be installed using driven or CFA techniques
- Highly accurate computerised installation system
Why use piled retaining walls?
- Suitable for all soil types
- Temporary and permanent options
- Can be installed using vibrationless techniques
- Can be painted for an aesthetically acceptable finish
- Zero ground disturbance
- Immediate load-carrying capacity
Our retaining walls in action
Green Piling installed piles for a new bridge – A876, Kincardine
Green Piling installed piles for a new bridge – A876, Kincardine
Over 3 separate visits, 210 piles were developed by Green Piling.
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We developed Plots 18 & 19 in Forth Quarter – Edinburgh
We developed Plots 18 & 19 in Forth Quarter – Edinburgh
Using high-quality, professional equipment we maintained pile stability for house plots in Scotland's capital city.
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We installed over 1300 Steel Tubular Piles for one project – Seal Sands
We installed over 1300 Steel Tubular Piles for one project – Seal Sands
We installed over 1300 Steel Tubular Piles in Seal Sands for Conoco Phillips.
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Green Piling and other contractors supported Ideal Boilers – Hull
Green Piling and other contractors supported Ideal Boilers – Hull
We worked alongside Network Rail and other contractors to support Ideal Boilers, Hull.
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New Cement Grinding Plant at Tilbury Docks for Cemex UK
New Cement Grinding Plant at Tilbury Docks for Cemex UK
Cemex UK hired us to update their Piles, to make way for a new Cement Grinding Plant.
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We were sub-contracted to work on Tilbury Power Station for National Grid
We were sub-contracted to work on Tilbury Power Station for National Grid
A successful project, sub-contracted by National Grid.
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Piled retaining walls: fast & effective excavation
Steel sheet retaining walls provide countless benefits compared to reinforced concrete walls. Not only are they faster and more cost-effective to install, they’re much narrower, allowing for installation close up to the site boundary which therefore maximises usable site space.
Rapid installation
Installation time for piled retaining walls is minimal, making it a great option for time-sensitive construction projects.Â
Customisable
We can design and fabricate retaining walls to your exact specifications. Plus, exposed sheet piles can be shot-blasted and painted for an aesthetically pleasing finish.
Built to your requirements
Our engineers can meet your unique design specifications, including retaining walls designed in accordance with relative Highways Agency or Network Rail standards.
Advanced installation process
Our installation process uses modern rigs equipped with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) instrumentation. This technology monitors key parameters such as pile depth, penetration rate, drill resistance, concreting pressure, and extraction rate, which allows for efficient control throughout the installation process.
Quality assurance
Made for your project
Whether you’re constructing basement walls, embankment stabilisation, or landscape terracing, every retaining wall we design is bespoke. We factor in soil conditions, loading requirements, drainage, site access, and sustainability goals for practical, buildable solutions that stand the test of time.
Safety built in
From the initial concept through to construction, health and safety is embedded in everything we do. Our retaining wall systems are fully compliant with current regulations, and our team is trained in CDM standards, ensuring a safe, controlled installation process.
Sustainable commitment
We design retaining walls with sustainability in mind from day one. This includes selecting low-carbon materials where possible and optimising wall geometry to reduce the amount of waste produced.
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Other piling & foundation solutions
Green Piling offers a comprehensive range of piling services to meet the unique demands of your project.
Foundation Piles & Beams
Sectional Flight Auger Piling
Sectional Flight Auger Piling
Sectional flight auger (SFA) piling is a bored soil replacement piling technique ideal for installation in areas where restricted access requires a smaller rig.
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Restricted Access Piling
Restricted Access Piling
Restricted access piling systems and specialist piling rigs designed for tight manoeuvrability in tight, limited access workspaces.
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Sheet Piling
Sheet Piling
Green Piling is a leading UK steel sheet piling contractor, delivering bespoke temporary and permanent retaining solutions across a wide range of ground conditions and sectors.
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Steel Tubular Piling
Steel Tubular Piling
We specialise in the design, supply and installation of continuous flight auger (CFA) piles for commercial, industrial and residential projects.
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Piling Design
Piling Design
Alongside pile manufacturing and installation, we provide a comprehensive, in-house design and estimating service to help achieve your project goals.
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Pre Cast Pile Supply
Pre Cast Pile Supply
We supply high-quality reinforced pre-cast piles to support commercial, industrial and infrastructure construction projects across the UK.
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Precast Concrete Piling
Precast Concrete Piling
As the only manufacturers of pre-stressed, pre-cast concrete piles in mainland UK, we provide piling design, supply and installation for commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects.
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Continuous Flight Auger Piling
Continuous Flight Auger Piling
We specialise in the design, supply and installation of continuous flight auger (CFA) piles for commercial, industrial and residential projects.
Find out moreFrequently asked questions about retaining wall piling
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What is a piled retaining wall?
A piled retaining wall is a type of retaining wall that uses vertical piles to support and hold back soil, water, or other materials. These piles are driven or drilled deep into the ground and can be connected by beams or boards to form a continuous wall. These walls are then used to ‘retain’ (or hold back) a substance, such as earth, water or filling material, or as excavation support.
What kinds of projects use piled retaining walls?
Piled retaining walls are commonly used in situations where strong support is needed for excavation, slopes, or waterfronts. Check out our case studies or get in touch to see how we can support your project.
What types of retaining walls are there?
We offer three key types of retaining walls. Continuous piled walls are formed by a line of closely arranged piles in a line and are commonly used for excavation support and slope stabilisation.Â
Secant pile walls, on the other hand, consist of overlapping piles to form a water-tight structure, which makes them an ideal option for water cut off in drainage channels.Â
Finally, king post walls are a cost-effective retention method that uses beams and precast concrete panels and are often used for basements, embankment retention and flood defence walls.
Why choose Green Piling for piled retaining walls?
With decades of industry expertise and a complete in-house team, Green Piling offers end-to-end solutions that deliver real results on site. Our integrated approach to design and installation ensures each retaining wall is engineered for buildability, safety and efficiency. By managing every stage under one roof, we streamline communication, reduce costs and eliminate delays.
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