Landscaping

Trees, excavation, paving, planting, grass.

Outside first — it is much easier to run machinery before the external walls are pretty. Trees, levels, drainage, and anything that needs an excavator, a stump grinder, or a Bobcat happen now. Fall away from the house. Dial Before You Dig is free and has saved more buckets than optimism. A pretty courtyard that ponds after rain is a water feature you did not order.

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At a glance

Stage: 4 of 16
Difficulty: Intermediate
Subtopics: 4

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All stages:

1.Ideas 2.Planning 3.Demolition 4.Landscaping 5.External 6.Construction 7.Rough-In 8.Plastering 9.Flooring 10.Finishing Timberwork 11.Painting 12.Cabinets & Fixtures 13.Fit-Off 14.Punch List 15.Move-In 16.Party!

What happens at this stage

Subtopics & components

Click any subtopic to expand. Every component carries a skill-level indicator so you know which bits are DIY-friendly and which are best handed to a licensed tradie. Educational planning only — not trade licensing advice.

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