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Considered the task and provided good advice. Worked quickly with attention to quality. Would recommend!

Level area and apply crushed granite

$500

Andrew was a pleasure to do business with. He was happy to work with material we already had on hand but very honest about its limitations and the implications of these choices. He kept us up to date on progress and regularly checked in. We are very happy with the work completed.

Help with levelling and surfacing a gravel parking space

$650

I can recommend Blake without hesitation. My issue was with roofing tiles and of course the job was dependent on weather conditions. Blake kept me informed about when he would be at my home and was very professional when on site.

Refit 10 slipped concrete roof tiles on a single level garage roof

$350

Good communicator and got the job done!! Great Work.

Mow grass and cut down Yakka root to ground level

$100

Great job. It was a pretty hot day but still did the job with care and good attitude. Recommended!

Clean gutters one level house

$150

Rajesh did a great job. I will recommend him to everyone. They had the knowledge, fast and well communication. Thanks Guys you did a great job

Change Court yard Turf, with layering, leveling, 80 sqm

$2,500

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$150

median

$260

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$500

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Why book a leveling service through Airtasker?

Airtasker takes away the stress of booking yard leveling near you! Whether you want to prevent flooding, reduce drainage problems, build a retaining wall, landscape the slopes around your swimming pool, make raised garden beds, or improve your outdoor space’s overall appearance, Taskers can help with garden levelling in your area. When you use our platform, you can easily find someone offering land leveling near you.

Having an uneven lawn can make watering and fertilising plants unnecessarily difficult. The bumps can also leave distracting and unpleasant brown spots on lawns. But beyond the aesthetics, an uneven lawn can also be a safety hazard. The unseen low spots can roll ankles, and hidden mounds can trip people. This can be an embarrassing experience at the very least, and at most, something that could lead to severe injuries.

You can prevent this from happening by simply putting up a task for lawn grading near you! Once it’s posted, expect offers within minutes from Taskers taking on projects for garden levelling nearby. Chances are you’ll receive plenty of them, so you can check out their profiles, ratings, and reviews to know whose service to pick. Make some arrangements with your chosen Tasker, and the only thing you have to do next is to enjoy your newly levelled lawn!

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Top Levelling related questions

The cost of garden levelling can range from $500 to $6,000. This depends on multiple factors, such as the size of your garden, accessibility, slope, soil, terrain, your location, and the materials or equipment needed for the job. A sloping garden with a steep incline might cost more due to additional labour. If this will be part of a bigger landscaping project, expect landscaping rates to fall between $500 to $20,000. Be sure to include all the details about your task so you can get the right offers for garden levelling in your area.

There’s no need for you to head to your local garden centre to provide tools for your lawn leveling service! When you book a Tasker’s service, it also comes with professional tools and equipment so they can get the job done quickly and efficiently. They have different kinds of rakes, large push brooms, shovels, edgers, soil compactor, and wheelbarrows.

You can level a lawn yourself, provided that you’re willing to spend time and energy on this tedious task. Having a professional level your lawn allows you to do more critical tasks like your work or household chores. It also ensures that it will be done correctly and efficiently the first time around, saving you from mistakes and possibly costly repairs.

Most landscaping projects need permits before proceeding, but with levelling, permits are generally not required. However, keep in mind that some methods, like excavation, can require permits. If you're levelling an area to build retaining walls over 600mm, you'll need to get planning permission from your local council. Some local authorities may also need you to let them know that you will have your lawn levelled. For good measure, approach your local authorities before booking landscape grading near you to ensure you’re following protocols.

It depends on how big your lawn is and its condition. It can only take three to four hours if your lawn is in a relatively more workable condition. Naturally, it can take longer than that if your lawn has a steep slope, high bumps, or inch-deep low spots. The type of soil also affects the amount of time to level a lawn. Discuss these details with your Tasker so they can give you a more accurate timeframe.

What do levelling services include?

Yard levelling involves creating a smooth surface on your piece of land. It almost means the same as grading services, which refers to the sloping of a yard away from the foundation of a home. Both are important when you want to have a beautifully maintained lawn, and avoid soil erosion and other drainage problems in your garden space! 

There are different methods to level or grade your yard depending on its natural grading, soil makeup, vegetation, and general needs. Here are the most common ways that you can expect from yard levelling and grading services near you:

Soil mixture installation

For this method, you may need to have your grass mowed first and detach your lawn as needed. When it’s ready, your Tasker can dig up the grass in the sunken area of the lawn. They can mix topsoil, sand, and compost and then use this soil mixture to fill the sunken areas and holes. Once done with filling out the holes and divots, your Tasker can cover your entire lawn with about 1/4 to 1/2 inches of the mix to even out the land. Keeping this layer thin is important because putting too much can choke your grass. Then, you can run your sprinklers and water your lawn to help the soil mixture settle in, filling air pockets and revitalising your property. Taskers can use a soil compactor and make sure the underlying remains compact and keep your new lawn flat. 

Taskers can also offer sod installation to stimulate regrowth and make your lawn or yard look pristine again. You can use regular grass seed or topsoil for the aftercare, but it's better to ask if laying sods can be done, as well.

Bobcat machinery

When your Tasker uses a versatile piece of machinery like Bobcat for a garden levelling project, it allows them to scoop and move dirt easily. If you book yard grading near you, you may be required to put up barriers around the perimeter of your operation. When your space is ready, your Tasker can start using the Bobcat to shave off parts of your unlevel yard, starting at an area that is as level as possible. As your Tasker levels your yard, they can create benchmarks and check out its grading. If needed, they can adjust low spots with low soil, while the excess soil will be sent to the spoils pile. The Bobcat can still be used to tamp down the ground. Once done, your Tasker can call a dump truck to have the excess dirt removed. 

Excavation

Booking yard grading services near you may not just involve filling holes into level the land, especially if you’re planning to build a structure on it. Your Tasker can first clear out vegetation and tree roots. Then, they can start digging holes to create low-lying areas using a bulldozer or backhoe to be involved. The dirt removed while your Tasker is digging can be used to back-fill around the new structure. Afterwards, the richer topsoil that was also removed can be used to overlay the fill dirt, so that grass and shrubbery can grow well on your newly-graded yard. Take advantage of this method to remove unwanted or contaminated soil if needed.

Recent Levelling tasks

Landscaping : clean, level and place gravel around the house

$500

Albion VIC, Australia

25th Oct 2025

There’s grass around the house that needs to be cleaned up and removed using a bobcat. I’ll be having rocks delivered to the property, which will need to be spread evenly around the house. The job should take around two hours, though I understand the minimum wet hire is four hours. Please note that one side of the house is quite narrow and won’t be accessible by bobcat, so that section will need to be done manually.

Level and brick small garden

$350

East Ward VIC, Australia

25th Oct 2025

*photo is AI generated of how I would like the space to look. Currently patchy grass with a slight slope* Looking for assistance with levelling and bricking half of my small garden. Area to be levelled out and bricked is approx 2.4m x 5m

Gardening, retic installation, levelling, scarifying

$800

Lathlain WA, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Dig 15m trench, 200mm deep. Scarify front lawn and top dress. 55m2.

Level the soil and Install turf

$360

South Maclean QLD 4280, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Level the land and install Turf around 40 sq.m . Hourly rate paid + Airtasker fees or offers invited. 8 Hours. 1.7 ton excavator is available at site and Turf is supplied.

Level ground at side of house

$10

Balwyn North VIC 3104, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Level the ground at side of house

Level path area and cover with stones

$500

Newtown VIC, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Level dirt around pavers and lay out loose stones

Trim and level front verge

$600

Balmoral QLD, Australia

24th Oct 2025

Looking for someone to trim, remove grass and level front verge. In preperation for topsoil and new turfing. Photos now attached. Need to remove spoil offsite. 60m2. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: No

Yard levelling

$1,500

Alice River QLD, Australia

23rd Oct 2025

I have a large area of established grassed yard at Rupertswood that I would like to have aerated, levelled and top dressed. It is predominantly clay and over the years in drought and flood it has become extremely bumpy and hard.

Landscaping- soil Levelling, grass planting

$100

Abbotsbury NSW 2176, Australia

20th Oct 2025

Looking for someone to help with soil preparation and turf laying in the front yard and backyard . Total area: approximately 50–60 sqm. Side pathway 1m wide. Scope of work: • Level existing soil and prepare for turf • Remove large rocks or concrete chunks from the soil • Distribute 1 tonne of topsoil evenly across the area • Lay new turf around existing pavers in front yard • Integrate new turf with existing lawn for a smooth transition All materials (topsoil & turf) will be supplied — just need labour, tools, and attention to detail. Wheelbarrow available. Please include your availability, estimated time to complete, and experience with turf installation when quoting.

Punctual, easy to communicate, and he completed job to highest standard. If you need landscaping job or maintainance work, look no further. 5 star ⭐️

Landscaper: Cut and fill lawn for grading and levelling

$1,000

Sans Souci NSW 2219, Australia

19th Oct 2025

We need a bobcat to cut and fill our lawn that is on a slight slope, so that we can level the area. Front lawn, easy access is 6m x 6.5m. There is some rock and rubble underneath the topsoil that needs to be removed Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Amazing work, great help. Did a fantastic job grading and levelling our lawn

Remove Excess Soil and Level Garden Bed

$200

Palmyra WA, Australia

18th Oct 2025

I need approx. 5cm of soil removed from existing garden beds to lower the levels. All removed soil and sand must be disposed of off-site. The area is around 9sqm and includes established plants and garden edging, so care will be needed when working. Once soil is removed, the remaining sand should be leveled and tidied. There’s also one extra wheelbarrow of sand to dispose of — you can use the wheelbarrow once it’s loaded into your trailer. Requirements: • You’ll need a trailer for disposal • Must work carefully around plants and edging

Good work! Thank you

Mow the lawn and level the dirt

$150

Carrum Downs VIC, Australia

17th Oct 2025

Lawn needs to be mowed and cleaned up. Whipper snip the edges and level two little mounds of dirt as per the pictures Type of gardening: Weeding, Lawn mowing, Garden cleanup, Whipper snipping Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Great service and prompt response

Paving - lift pavers, level and relay pavers on an outdoor area

$600

Alexandria NSW, Australia

16th Oct 2025

Require pavers to be lifted, ground levelled, plastic sheeting laid and then have the existing pavers relaid

Very helpful and great communication. Highly recommended!!!

Post renovation cleaning - single level house

$350

Glenwood NSW, Australia

15th Oct 2025

Single level house 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 2 living areas Renovation finished, no furniture inside house. Must do: Wipe/dust all walls and doors Vacuum and mop floors throughout Wipe down all surfaces, cupboards and drawers Clean all windows and door tracks Clean windows inside and outside Please bring your own cleaning tools and products. Please NO harsh chemicals.

Top quality job! Thank you Irene and team for cleaning our house. Will book again.

Mulch and remove garden waste; level and and clean up garden beds

$550

Burpengary QLD, Australia

12th Oct 2025

Hedges have been removed, resulting in lots of foliage and waste. Fence poles to be dumped. Gardenbeds X 3 to be cleaned from old mulch and leaves.

Everything as per arrangement was done in an excellent manner. I will definitely recommend JLK for anyone who needs a quick and efficient job done.

Pool clean. Need my pool cleaned and levels checked.

$100

Rose Bay NSW, Australia

10th Oct 2025

I need my pool cleaned and chlorine and salt levels checked. My pool cleaner is on holidays so just need someone to do it this weekend preferably on Saturday.

Excellent service. Very thorough job and good person to deal with .

Cut 15 Small Trees to Ground Level & Demolish Garden Bed

$150

Geebung QLD, Australia

1st Oct 2025

I need someone to: Cut approx. 15 small trees right down to ground level (so I can apply poison and stop regrowth) Demolish and remove one garden bed

He did a great job. He is very reliable I highly recommend him

Dig up and level garden area

$350

Yarraville, Victoria, Australia

28th Sep 2025

Need to clear the weeds and level the area next to the shed. There is great access down the side of the house. Will need the greenery to be removed. 1st picture is the area that needs to be cleared/ levelled (left of shed approx 4x1.5m) other photos show the access from the front driveway (2m wide)

Extremely friendly and hard working.

Dig leftover dirt around the pool and level the dirt

$200

Dulwich SA 5065, Australia

25th Sep 2025

Excavation Around Pool: by a wheelbarrow Dig and remove all excess soil surrounding the newly installed pool. Ensure the edges around the pool are neat and level. Soil Redistribution: Spread the excavated soil evenly across the backyard. Focus on using the soil to level any low or uneven areas. Make sure the distribution maintains a proper slope for drainage, directing water away from the pool and house. Sand Spreading: After leveling with soil, spread sand evenly over the entire backyard area behind the fence. Ensure the sand layer is consistent and smooth, ready for either grass, pavers, or another surface. Rake and tamp down the sand to create a flat, compact surface.

ThNks tom for the great help

Levelling backyard

$150

Gables NSW, Australia

22nd Sep 2025

Need someone before this weekend to 1. Remove grass residue 2. Level the backyard, uneven soil due to recent excavation of old turf 3. slope down from fence to house Have a good side access 1.5m with ac unit, approx 750mm clearance on fence door. 15m by 5m backyard size Have 3 marred skip bin in front. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Awesome work, was punctual, professional