Landscaping, by definition, refers to an activity that changes the visible features of any area of land. Landscapers from Hand Made Gardens are licensed, trained professionals having landscaped thousands of gardens across Adelaide spanning over 4 decades. Working with or changing the natural landscape is something just about every project involves, whether it be excavation of soil to lay quarry rubble for a paving job, or digging out 100 tonnes of earth to level and then build a retaining wall.
Typically all earthworks Adelaide landscapers encounter has consequences. If there's been changes to the slope, or instead of natural earth there is now concrete or paving, where will the water flow during heavy rainfall as a result of changing the original landscape? With over 45 years experience, the landscape designers and landscapers from Hand Made Gardens take this and much more into account when designing and constructing your new landscaping project.
Depending on the nature of the job, additional earthworks may be required to dig trenches before installing a drainage system that's then connected up to your stormwater pipe. These days, high water removal efficiency can be carried out even with a narrow profile that blends seamlessly with your chosen pavers. Landscape designers, in consultation with engineers, the licensed paving contractors laying the pavers and drainage system installers will make sure you have no problematic puddles.
Poor drainage can have serious consequences. Excess water build-up can saturate soil, degrade landscaped areas and attract unwanted insects. Prolonged water exposure can even erode concrete and, if allowed to get too close to your home, cause edge wetting or salt dampness to your foundation's damp course.
Although not sexy, sometimes the earthworks Adelaide residents need to have completed is for installing a quality drainage system to a low lying driveway. It's important to ensure water is efficiently and effectively removed from the property so as not to flood the garage or house — vital when the base level is below the road, with the drive sloping down towards the property.
Earthworks FAQ
Do I need a Dial Before You Dig check before earthworks?
Yes — a Dial Before You Dig enquiry is lodged before any excavation to check for underground gas, water, electricity and telecommunications lines. It's standard practice on every job, not something you need to arrange yourself.
Do I need council approval for earthworks?
Small garden-scale excavation and levelling generally doesn't need approval, but larger site cuts/fills, retaining walls over a metre, or work near a boundary or easement can — we'll flag it if your job needs a council step.
How much does earthworks cost?
Access to the site and what's actually underground both affect the price, so it's quoted individually after a proper look at the job.
What's involved in fixing a garden drainage problem?
Usually regrading the ground so water actually falls away from the house, plus new stormwater lines or an agricultural drain where needed — the fix depends on where the water's actually coming from and pooling.
Can earthworks be done without damaging the rest of the garden?
Kept to the specific area that needs it wherever possible — this is garden-scale work with the right-sized equipment, not broad civil earthmoving that disturbs everything.
Do you require earthworks on your property? If you know what your budget is and have something in mind, ask us to quote on it.
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