Backyard Transformation Quote Builder

Reimagining the whole backyard? Combine decking, a pergola, fencing, turf, retaining and landscaping into one itemised estimate.

Real market datafrom Australian price guides
Set independentlynot by the businesses you hire
Checked monthlyreviewed October 2026

Pick the elements you want and size each, your combined estimate updates live.

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m²
Your combined estimate$16,200 – $23,3502 services · indicative only
Decking$7,200–$10,350
Pergola / patio$9,000–$13,000
Typical deposit to get started: $1,975 (10%)
💰 Ways to save across your project
  • Doing the whole backyard with one landscaper shares excavation, access and waste removal across every element.
  • Composite decking and modular screening cost more upfront but cut years of maintenance.
  • Levelling and drainage done once for the whole yard is cheaper than per-project earthworks.
How we estimate this

A backyard makeover usually means several jobs at once, deck, pergola, fence, lawn and levelling. Pricing them together shows the real budget and the savings of shared site works.

Pricing reviewed: October 2026.

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Pricing reviewed October 2026. Indicative Australian costs, not a quote.

Understanding backyard transformation quote builders in Australia

A backyard makeover usually means several jobs at once, deck, pergola, fence, lawn and levelling. Pricing them together shows the real budget and the savings of shared site works.

Excavation, drainage and access are charged once when the whole yard is done together, rather than mobilising for each element separately. Material choice (composite vs timber, aluminium vs paling) is the other big lever.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a backyard renovation cost?

Anywhere from $15,000 for a deck and lawn to $60,000+ for a full transformation with pergola, fencing and retaining in 2026. Use the builder for your scope.

Is it cheaper to do the whole backyard at once?

Yes, shared excavation, access and waste removal across every element reduce the per-job cost.

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