What causes uneven lawn?

Settlement of filled ground over time. Burrowing animals creating tunnels beneath. Uneven topsoil spread when the garden was first laid.

How much does it cost to fix uneven lawn?

Typical costs range from £1,350 to £4,575 depending on severity and location. Get a free quote from a local landscaper on Tradesfolk.

CosmeticCommon in SepRecommended trade: Landscaper

Uneven Lawn

A bumpy or undulating lawn with dips, mounds, and hollows that make mowing difficult.

What Is Causing This?

1Settlement of filled ground over time
2Burrowing animals creating tunnels beneath
3Uneven topsoil spread when the garden was first laid

How Urgent Is This?

Cosmetic

This is a cosmetic issue. It is not causing damage and can be addressed in your own time.

What Needs to Be Done

A landscaper will topdress low areas with a soil and sand mix, fill hollows gradually, and level high spots by lifting turf and removing excess soil.

How Much Will It Cost?

£1,350 – £4,575

National average estimate

Labour: £775 – £2,400 | Materials: £575 – £2,175

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Planning Permission Guidance

Some fixes for this problem may require planning permission or building regulations approval. Check if your project needs permission:

Patio or Paved Area

Generally permitted. Laying a patio or hard surface in the rear garden is permitted development as an improvement within...

Decking

Generally permitted under Part 1, Class E of the GPDO (treated as an improvement within the curtilage). Decking that doe...

Swimming Pool

Generally permitted. Outdoor swimming pools are considered engineering operations within the curtilage and are permitted...

Garden Room

Generally permitted under Part 1, Class E as an outbuilding. Garden rooms follow the same rules as other outbuildings. T...

How to Prevent This

Topdress the lawn lightly each spring. Address mole or ant activity promptly. Roll the lawn in spring when the ground is soft.