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Recent Levelling reviews

Luke ‘s second time back work for our task always very happy how he complete task

Level garden ground,tidy garden bed

$200

Awesome, hard worker. Will highly recommend him.

Remove weeds and turn soil and level

$220

Great. Arrived on time and did a great job. Tx Fabian.

I need a stretch of garden leveled (16m x 4m)

$250

On time, good work, friendly, hard working and very helpful. Thank you very much!!

Need Bobcat to level garden area

$300

Jordan was punctual, great communication beforehand, very professional and efficient.

Soil levelled and the excess removed

$400

Good job Alvin R

Quote Move, level, compact 6m3 crushed rock

$20

low

$150

median

$250

high

$485

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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

Compact and Level dirt at front of house

$200

Hilbert WA, Australia

15th Nov 2024

Needing a 1450 x 3550 strip of dirt compacted and levelled out at the front of the house. Wanting it to be about 60mm below the gate level for pavers to go in. Price negotiable and can be completed anytime. Potentially may need to remove some dirt

Level backyard. In preparation for paving/lawn

$300

Doreen VIC 3754, Australia

15th Nov 2024

Having recently removed a retaining wall, the excess soil has been spread across backyard and side ways of house. We wish to pave and lawn the backyard. Before this though I am in need of someone to level precisely the backyard. Perfectly flat! Stingline level. For backyard and sideways of house. Backyard is 12. Meters long. I would suggest a mechanical thumper might help once it has been levelled. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-100m² Has green waste bin: No

Vacuum and mop floor- 2 levels

$150

Ashburton VIC, Australia

15th Nov 2024

Just floor as we moved in today Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: 4+ Number of bathrooms: 2 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

Basic Ground Levelling for Dome Structure 2 * 4.5 metre square areas

$700

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

15th Nov 2024

We’re looking for someone with experience in ground leveling for a quick and straightforward job. We need two areas located near each other, each about 4.5 square meters (total 9 square meters), levelled so that we can lay down a single layer of plastic pallets. The ground just needs to be stable and level, as we plan to place dome structures on top of the pallets. The ground is already close to level, so this should be a simple task for someone with the right skills. We estimate about 16 pallets will fit across both areas. Requirements: Experience in basic ground leveling. Able to ensure a stable, flat surface for pallet placement. Let us know your availability, and we’ll discuss a time that works. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Level a garden bed

$250

Reedy Creek QLD, Australia

14th Nov 2024

Remove and reinstall the garden bed wooden border. Level the soil inside the whole garden bed.

Pressure clean cement tiles/gutters Split level home Hills Dist

$600

Castle Hill NSW, Australia

14th Nov 2024

Pressure clean cement tiles /Gutters on split level home

Paving levelling

$500

Marangaroo WA, Australia

14th Nov 2024

Pavers around patio have sunken would like the two front rows levelled and filled with sand. Perimeter is about 35m long.

Cleaning for House in Beaconsfield - 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, 2 levels

$250

Beaconsfield NSW, Australia

9th Nov 2024

Full house cleaning. Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: 2 Number of bathrooms: 2 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

The team did a wonderful job!! Thank you!!

Need extension ladder to get to first level of apartment

$20

St Kilda VIC, Australia

3rd Nov 2024

Locked myself out need extension ladder to get to level 1 of apartment asap

He’ll go above and beyond to get your task done

House cleaning and tidy, single level - 3 bed 2 bath.

$140

Cheltenham VIC, Australia

31st Oct 2024

House cleaning and tidy, single level - 3 bed 2 bath 1 kitchenette. Needs cleaning and basic tidy up including all surfaces and carpets. Needs to look presentable and neat & tidy. Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: 3 Number of bathrooms: 2 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

Excellent Service, great eye for detail & a good communicator.

Someone to level lawn mix sand being delivered for my front lawn

$400

Mount Pleasant WA, Australia

31st Oct 2024

I need someone to spread new lawn mix soil that is being delivered for my new from lawn. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 150m²-300m² Has green waste bin: Yes

As I understand it, Jaskaran did not complete the work himself, it was a team of sub contractors. I supplied all the tools to complete the job and some further leveling will need to be completed before we can lay the lawn, but it was a lot of soil to spread, so the extra help was worth it.

Clean gutters - small single-level house

$120

Hughesdale VIC, Australia

28th Oct 2024

Straightforward job, no additional explanation needed

Jacob is friendly and professional, and does a great job - would definitely hire again!

Dig and level out sand / mulch for planting

$100

Morley WA, Australia

27th Oct 2024

Dig and level out sand / mulch for planting .

Mathew was an excellent Airtasker. Communicated really well before and after. Arrived promptly and performed the job efficiently and to a great quality. Highly recommend!

Level and compact backyard

$500

Northbridge WA, Australia

25th Oct 2024

We have recently dug up our backyard to remove all the reticulation and are in the process of building new garden beds. Once this is done, we need someone to bring some sand and level the central area and then compact it, so that we can put the pavers back down (we will do the pavers, you dont have to do that). The area is a cross shape (there are planter beds in each corner) and is approximately 12m2. The photo below shows the yard's current state - noting there will be two more beds in the back left and right corner installed before the levelling needs to be done. The task includes sourcing the sand, carting it through the back gate (pictured back right) and levelling and compacting. Please quote for labour, and we can cover the cost of the sand/soil separately.

Scott was super helpful - got the job done efficiently and gave us some great advice. Will 100% use again

Level off surface and place pavers back down

$60

Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

15th Oct 2024

Level off surface and place pavers down. You'll need your own tools and equipment. Pavers are all in the backyard.

Great service, very happy.

removing weeds and site levelling 4OMM below kerb/ footpath/ driveway

$220

Wellard, Western Australia

15th Oct 2024

removal of weeds and removal of sand on site to about 40mm below driveway Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-100m² Has green waste bin: Yes

great communication and very efficient.

Tree removal and ground levelling

$5

Dandenong North VIC 3175, Australia

11th Oct 2024

Dig out old garden beds to level flat. Pictured it looks like long grass but there are garden beds in there that need to be dug up and flattened/levelled out so it can become part of the lawn. Pull up banana trees, kumquat tree and other large shrubs and bushes. Can come to view the property to quote appropriately.

Levelled out old garden beds with excavator cut down trees, shrubs and bushes, and cleared the green waste. Pongi and his brother were extremely professional in their approach, came with all the equipment and communication was fantastic. Pongi ensured we were happy with the end result. Really nice guys! Highly recommend, you can be sure they will do a great job.

1st Level House Clean

$200

Benowa QLD, Australia

8th Oct 2024

We need a deep clean of the bottom story of a house. There is 1 x kitchen, 1 x bathroom, 2 x living rooms, 1 x dining room and the general walkways. We need all surfaces dusted and wiped and all floors vacuumed and mopped. We want everything to be cleaned - all surfaces, tables, chairs, couches, cabinets etc. The house hasn’t been cleaned in a while so there is a lot of dust and grime. The price is for the completion of the job. please note, if 1 person is cleaning, this will take longer than 2 hours. If there are two people, please do not split the time between the two. Type of clean: Regular Number of bedrooms: None Number of bathrooms: 1 Equipment and supplies: Tasker must provide

The two cleaners that came were good but they were not the people I was talking to. Once the time was up I got a call asking me to pay more so they can finish the job. Shitty position to be in as half the work was yet to be completed. On the phone I got told it will be an extra $50.00. then they charged me an extra 100. Dont get me wrong, the two guys who came to do the job were good, the management or whoever are rubbish

Gutter cleaning - split level home.

$200

Westmeadows VIC 3049, Australia

7th Oct 2024

Gutter cleaning - split level home

Prompt, responded, efficient