Perth’s soils vary from coastal sand to Darling Range clay. Each type affects wall design, drainage, and cost.
Perth Soil Types
- Sandy (most suburbs): Easy excavation, good drainage
- Limestone (coastal): Harder to excavate, stable foundation
- Clay (foothills): Needs extra drainage attention
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