Waller business guide

How to Get Work as a Self-Employed Waller

Dry stone walling is a specialist craft: show customers whether you rebuild boundaries, make new garden walls or repair agricultural walls. Show the construction, not only the finished face.

Prove how the wall was built

Photograph the foundation, through-stones, hearting and coping during a rebuild. Record the local stone and whether the project was a repair or a new wall. These details show an owner why a properly rebuilt section differs from simply stacking loose face stones.

Survey stone and access before estimating

Measure the length and height, identify which stone can be reused and whether additional material needs transporting to site. Clarify boundaries and whether a bank or nearby trees affect the base. Put disposal, access for materials and any staged rebuild in writing.

Find work where the craft is needed

Rural estate managers, landscapers and conservation projects are more relevant contacts than broad home-improvement advertising. Show examples in the local stone style and describe your repair method. If you hold Dry Stone Walling Association certification, state the grade accurately.

Build your waller business

Create a TradrLink profile to show local customers the waller services you actually provide.