Landscaping Southern Highlands

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A Lush Green Lawn in a Park with Trees and Bushes — Simon Dickson Excavations in Moss Vale, NSW

Southern Highlands Landscaping

A well-prepared landscape starts from the ground up. At Simon Dickson Excavations, we offer practical, heavy-duty landscaping services across the Southern Highlands helping transform rough, uneven ground into clean, usable spaces ready for your finishing touches. Whether you're starting fresh with a new build or reshaping an existing yard, we handle the excavation, shaping, and soil prep to get the base right from day one.


Our team works with homeowners, builders, and landscapers to deliver earthworks that support everything from gardens and lawns to patios, retaining walls, and outdoor features. We know the terrain in the Southern Highlands, and we know how to grade and level it properly so drainage flows the right way and surfaces last. With the right equipment and an experienced team, we help make outdoor areas more practical, beautiful, and long-lasting.


Call us today on 0412 929 892 and let’s get your landscape ready for whatever’s next.

Earthworks for Function & Finish

Before you lay turf, build a deck, or install a path, you need a site that’s level, stable, and built to last. That’s where we come in. Our landscaping services include land grading, site leveling, topsoil spreading, and general clearing. We work with the natural shape of your property to create a base that supports your outdoor vision—whether it’s functional outdoor living or a stunning new garden.


We’re all about doing things right the first time. That means understanding drainage, avoiding future washouts, and compacting soil properly. Whether it’s for a new home, acreage, or commercial landscaping project, we provide tailored site prep that helps other trades finish smoothly. You handle the design—we’ll shape the ground beneath it.

A Lush Green Lawn in a Park with Trees and Bushes — Simon Dickson Excavations in Moss Vale, NSW

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Why is ground preparation important in landscaping projects?

    Proper ground preparation ensures stability, drainage, and longevity for all outdoor surfaces. It involves clearing, levelling, compacting, and sometimes installing drainage to create a solid base. Skipping this step can lead to uneven surfaces, erosion, water pooling, and costly future repairs.

  • What’s the difference between hard and soft landscaping?

    Hard landscaping involves the construction of solid features like retaining walls, pavers, decking, and pathways. Soft landscaping focuses on organic elements such as soil, plants, grass, and mulch. Most outdoor projects include a mix of both, with earthmoving usually needed at the start of either type.

  • How does excavation tie into landscaping?

    Excavation is used to clear debris, remove excess soil, or create space for new structures like patios, pools, or garden beds. It’s often the first step in reshaping a yard, ensuring levels are correct and that the area is properly compacted and drained before installing final surfaces.