Excavation

Due to our block having a slope/fall of 1.5m front to back, we knew we would need to get some excavation work done as part of our landscaping. I can't believe we thought we might be able to this ourselves! Our good friends who own Glenvale Homes were able to help out in this job - thanks guys! It took 3 days (part days) to dig, level and clear off the excess dirt (they were estimating about 10 truck loads removed!).  We have decided to level off the area that extends from the alfresco as we will deck this area. The higher area we left (some of) to create some variance to the yard and create a raised platform of grass. Gives us a better indication of the area we have to work with. Included are my husbands sketches and plans for the area! (We will obviously need to do retaining walls too!)

The raised area - approx 50cm high

Now Level from the Alfreco

Down the Side - Great space - bigger than we imagined (4.5m)

Our Landscaping Plan!