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I was amazed at the level of detail that was went to for the cleaning. Will be using them again and again. Cannot recommend them enough.

Clean one bedroom split level apartment

$100

Did a really good job, worked in heavy rain as well!

Level a backyard area of approximately 15sqm

$150

Ben did an amazing job - just responding time was the only issue.

Gurney outside house 1 level

$150

Did a great job very happy with results. Very punctual and professional. Excellent knowledge of turf, landscaping and preparation

Turf preparation - wheelbarrow soil & spread level

$400

Very professional. Did what was asked to a high standard and cleaned up all cuttings

Trim my hedge into a nice and levelled rectangle

$60

Thanks for a thorough job! So happy with the result 🙂

Dirt removed and ground levelled small carspace

$200

low

$150

median

$250

high

$469

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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

Clear and level 5m x 2m of gravel to make way for pavers.

$200

Coopers Plains QLD, Australia

22nd Jul 2024

I have an area approximately 5metres long x 2m Wide, and need help clearing some gravel on top of weed matting. I have pavers ready, but need to clear the area. I have a ute and wheel barrow, i need help clearing and possibly leveling the area, dumping the gravel into my ute. I will also be helping on the day.

Need levelling and general inspection

$1,000

Jewells NSW, Australia

22nd Jul 2024

Levelling and fix concrete to ensure water goes away from the house and in the drain Waterproofing where applicable Fix and check outside pool tiles.

Landscaping, levelling, plastic underlay and white rocks

$50

South Granville NSW, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Landscaping, levelling, plastic underlay and white rocks to be supplied by landscaper

Need to a planting design in a upper level small and rocky area

$250

Riverview NSW, Australia

21st Jul 2024

Looking to add a soft space on a raised section at the back of the house. The upper area is sitting on a large sandstone stone with areas of soil and a tree in the centre

We are requesting a quote for leveling a 22 m sq backyard truff patch

$150

Oran Park NSW, Australia

21st Jul 2024

we are requesting a quote for leveling a 22 m sq backyard truff patch. The existing turf is layed on bit uneven ground with small dpresstions of about 5-6 cm. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Garden leveling

$150

Oran Park NSW, Australia

20th Jul 2024

Needs to level small back yard garden Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Backyard level

$500

Bentleigh East VIC, Australia

20th Jul 2024

Leveling backyard Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Clean gutters on 2 levels of house

$200

Newtown NSW, Australia

20th Jul 2024

Need gutters cleaned front and back, on two levels. There is a deck at the back that allows easier access on that side to get to the top. Black spiky gutter guards are in place (see pic)

Level and compact 60 sq meters

$500

Truganina VIC, Australia

16th Jul 2024

Need backyard compacted and levelled.

Awesome to work with.

Gardening works - Level the existing soil in garden bed

$250

Brookwater QLD, Australia

14th Jul 2024

Need the soil to be levelled up in the garden bed as the soil surface has un-evened after tree stumps were grinned. Type of gardening: Other, Garden cleanup Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: yes Lay weed mat ( weed mat provided by me)

Would recommend Trevor for any garden work as he is punctual and gets the job done

Weeding / low level gardening

$50

Coombabah QLD 4216, Australia

14th Jul 2024

I'm moving house and need some minor weeding and gardening to be done My line trimmer broke this morning (great timing) and I need the back fence line to be trimmed. Need some weeds inbetween the pavers to come out. Also would like a bit of tidying up of the plants along the front path. Please see photos. You will have to clean up after (you can dump into my wheelie bin if need be) Please bring your own gear to get the job done

Wayne was very prompt, flexible to suit my timing, and got the job done beyond my expectations. Cleaned up after himself too! Would highly recommend

Leveling and grading Lawn mix soil already spread in backyard

$100

Truganina VIC, Australia

14th Jul 2024

The top soil already spread and compacted using lawn roller but it is not leveled properly. Just need someone to level it using a machine. Shouldn’t take more than 1-2 hours. P.S: Will get this done during non-rainy day.

Great job doing leveling of the lawn.

Window cleaning 3 level townhouse.

$5

Hawthorne QLD, Australia

12th Jul 2024

3 level Townhouse needing windows cleaned inside and out. .

Thanks for a great job Brayden

Specific cleaning tasks at end of lease level

$180

Balmain NSW, Australia

12th Jul 2024

I did an end of lease clean of my house and the agent came back with some specific things that need to be re-done. What I need is to re-do the kitchen including the oven and stovetop, the floor and skirting boards of just one bedroom, two ceiling fans and the exterior and interior of three sliding doors. I look forward to hearing from you. Type of clean: End of lease Number of bedrooms: 2 Number of bathrooms: 1 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

Amazing job!! She left the house sparkling. Would highly recommend.

Need pile of sand leveled in preparation for turf

$250

Nerang QLD, Australia

9th Jul 2024

Have truck load of clean fill sand on front lawn needing it leveled out ready to turf between sand pile and house

Absolutely amazing, on time, fast worker. Highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Level courtyard and install garden beds

$500

Castlemaine VIC, Australia

7th Jul 2024

Level courtyard: I am looking for someone to level my courtyard in preparation for paving (4m x 2m). Installation of 3 garden beds. I already have the wooden sleepers and the sizing requirements. The task would involve cutting them to size and installing them. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

thanks for finishing the job!

Window cleaning - exterior only - 2nd level.

$150

Wahroonga NSW, Australia

26th Jun 2024

I need eight upper level second story exterior windows cleaned. May involve taking down and cleaning screens also. Good access from Terrace courtyard below. May need ladder or pole. Prefer Thursday. Or possibly Friday or Saturday. To complete the End Of Lease Clean

Fabulous window cleaner. Worked so hard and helped me so much. Thanks again.

Weed removal and level 60sqm backyard

$250

Mount Druitt NSW 2770, Australia

23rd Jun 2024

I need weed removal and level for turf installation. It is 60 sqm. I need weeds pulled out. Please note the task is to remove weed and not hedge trimming, whipper sniper or mowing. You can use pickaxe that I have. If you have rotary or any weed digging too you can use that too.

Good communication and work done

House Clean(one off 4bm 2 bth single level)

$200

Seaton, South Australia, Australia

23rd Jun 2024

House due a thorough "Spring Clean (only 18mths old) including Oven, 2bthrms (shower screens, mirrors etc), 3 glass sliding doors, alfresco area, front door patio , vacuum lounge, furniture dusting, carpet vaccum(4 bdms) vacuum/mop tiled areas, skirting boards, other general House clean. Single storey.

Imelda and Mary were friendly, diligent, thorough. They did an amazing job, completing all tasks listed and interacted with our family moving around the house(including our Golden Retriever) with patience and kindness. Imelda was excellent to with from start to finish and lived up to the other reviews that prompted me to book her.

Labourer needed to level soil

$125

Maroochydore QLD, Australia

19th Jun 2024

Needing someone for 2-3 hours to help me rake and level to get ready for turf, only a small area, I’ve already done half the prep

Great worker, was in time