I rented a 1.6t mini digger with the end goal to make a somewhat level lawn from a previously uneaven area with hedge stumps and tree stumps in many places.

I ripped up the high parts and pushed the soil towards the end.

The main area is 80ft X 50ft and the section in front of the hedge on the left is probably 20ft X 40ft.

I need some advice, I just jumped head in at the opportunity to get started. I have some ideas but really need some next steps and cost savings.

I have access to a tiler/rotovator (can't find what's the right name).

The whole area is not perfectly level, it probably has like a 10-20° maybe a little more downwards and I also created some high spots where I moved the dirt around.

I need to mention the upper lawn at the bottom of the photo is 3-4ft higher than the other section.

I am also thinking about drainage and what's the best way to go about it.

by LuckSkywanker

3 Comments

  1. IMHO_grim

    I think someone, not gonna say who, had big fun in the big dirt toy.
    Here to see what others recommend.

  2. Vegetable_Grab_2542

    I would smooth it out a bit so you can see what happens with drainage off that area when it rains and plan accordingly, where do you want what, make a map, get some sod or whatever and just take time to plan your layout. Run it by a pro. Looks good considering all the stumps and garbage you got out of there now you can use that space and incorporate it into the whole yard.

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