5-Metre Dry Stone Wall Rebuild Completed in Under a Week: A Client’s Five-Star Experience

Derbyshire Walling and Landscaping
Nov 24
2 min read

⭐ Client Review Spotlight

“I contacted Jacob initially due to his excellent Google reviews and range of dry stone walling skills. The wall repair required was largely made up of huge stones that needed a complete rebuild of around 5 metres. Jacob responded to my questions quickly and within a week of the first contact the wall has been restored to its former glory! I cannot recommend Jacob and his team highly enough.”

🔧 A Challenging Wall Requiring Specialist Skill

This project involved a collapsed dry stone wall made from exceptionally large stones — the kind that require precision, strength and deep knowledge of traditional walling techniques. The damaged section was around 5 metres long and required a complete dismantle and rebuild to ensure long-term stability.

Dry stone work of this scale demands:

Correct footing and foundational depth
Placement of large stones to avoid shear movement
Tight packing and correct batter (wall angle)
Structural interlocking for long-term strength

This is where decades of experience truly matter.

⚡ Fast Communication & Fast Turnaround

One thing this client appreciated was the speed and clarity of communication. From the initial enquiry to the full rebuild, everything was completed in under one week.

This includes:

Initial site conversation
Assessment of the stone structure
Safety checks
Full restoration and finishing

Efficiency is important — but never at the cost of craftsmanship. We pride ourselves on delivering both.

🧱 Restoring the Wall to Its Former Glory

Once the rebuild began, each stone was repositioned with purpose, ensuring the wall not only returned to how it once was but was also structurally improved. Proper coursing, weight distribution and interlocking were essential to achieving a long-lasting finish.

The client’s final words — “restored to its former glory” — represent exactly what we aim for on every repair, whether it’s a 2-metre garden wall or a large rural boundary wall using historic stone.

🤝 Why Clients Trust Derbyshire Walling

This review highlights what many of our customers value:

✔ Skilled dry stone walling and traditional techniques
✔ Experience with large stone structural repairs
✔ Quick, clear communication from the first enquiry
✔ Fast turnaround without compromising on quality
✔ Reliable, respectful and professional team

Our work is designed to last — blending traditional craftsmanship with modern reliability.

📞 Thinking About a Stone Wall Repair or Rebuild?

Whether you need a minor repair, full rebuild or a new stone feature for your property, we’d be happy to help.