Backyard Roo helps Como 6152 homeowners with the jobs that appear most on Swan Coastal Plain blocks: instant turf laid on grey sand, brick paving that holds on Bassendean soils, and limestone retaining walls for sloping verges near the Canning River. We run from Gosnells, 15.3 km away, Mon–Sat 7am–5pm.
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Quick jobs we can book in Como
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Fixed written quotes
Measured on site, itemised, no surprise variations.
Built for Perth conditions
Sandy soils, hot summers and waterwise rules planned in from day one.
Clean finish
Green waste removed and the site left tidy at the end of every visit.
Landscaping services in Como
- Lawn mowing & lawn care — regular cuts, edging, weed control
- Turf laying — Sir Walter, TifTuf, couch, kikuyu, synthetic on sand prep
- Paving — driveways, patios, paths, lift & relay repairs
- Retaining walls — limestone, concrete sleeper, timber sleeper, post & panel
- Garden care & hedging — pruning, mulching, seasonal clean-ups
- Reticulation — bore checks, sprinkler repairs, controller upgrades
- Pressure cleaning — paving, limestone, concrete, driveways
- Yard clean-ups — green waste, storm debris, pre-sale tidy
- Strata & commercial grounds — scheduled maintenance for complexes
- Shed & flatpack assembly — garden sheds, pergolas, furniture
Como soil, terrain and what it means for your yard
Como sits on the Swan Coastal Plain with grey Bassendean and Spearwood sands that drain fast and hold little nutrient. Turf needs a proper sand–loam blend and wetting agent before roll-out, or roots stay shallow and brown off in summer. Paving on pure sand moves unless the base is compacted road base with geofabric — especially driveways carrying daily traffic. Retaining walls near the Canning River foreshore often need engineer sign-off once they exceed 0.5 m; limestone blocks on a compacted sand pad work for garden edges, but structural walls need steel posts and concrete sleepers. Reticulation zones must match hydrozones — sandy beds need shorter, more frequent runs than clay pockets near Kent St.
The suburb mixes original 1950s–70s homes on 700–900 m² blocks with newer subdivisions near Como Beach and the Canning Bridge activity corridor. Older blocks around Thelma St, Robert St and Hensman St often have mature street trees — jacarandas, planes, peppermints — whose roots lift driveway paving and invade reticulation trenches. Newer estates near Eric St and Melville Pde sit on clean fill over sand; compaction here is critical before any turf or paving goes down. Verge gardens along Labouchere Rd, Coode St and Manning Rd must follow South Perth verge policy: maximum 0.5 m plant height, no hard edging, and reticulation overspray onto footpaths is not permitted. Bore water in Como typically sits at 8–12 m depth with moderate iron; iron filters protect sprinkler heads and prevent orange staining on limestone walls and exposed aggregate.
Blocks sloping toward the Canning River foreshore reserve — particularly those off Ryrie Ave and Penrhos Dr — carry a higher water table in winter. Sub-soil drainage behind retaining walls is essential here; without ag-pipe and free-draining backfill, hydrostatic pressure pushes limestone blocks out of line within two seasons. Exposed aggregate driveways on these slopes need a thicker slab (125 mm minimum) and SL82 mesh to handle soil movement. Synthetic turf installs on sandy profiles require a 100 mm cracked-dust base compacted to 95 % MMDD, otherwise the surface develops soft spots under foot traffic. For garden beds on grey sand, composted karri & peat mulch at 75 mm depth cuts irrigation demand by roughly 30 % compared to bare sand.
Council and watering rules for Como
Como is in the South Perth council area — check the South Perth council website for verge treatment, firebreak and building approval rules. Watering roster and the 1 June–31 August winter sprinkler switch-off are set by Water Corporation.
What landscaping costs in Como
| Job | Indicative Perth range |
|---|---|
| Standard clay/concrete pavers, supply & lay | $45 – $65 / m² |
| Heavy-duty driveway paving, supply & lay | $70 – $95 / m² |
| Sir Walter buffalo, full prep & install | $38 – $52 / m² |
| Limestone garden wall 0.2–0.5 m | $150 – $220 / m² |
| Limestone residential wall 0.5–1.0 m | $220 – $320 / m² |
| Exposed aggregate concrete, supply & install | $120 – $185 / m² |
Final price is a fixed written quote after a free on-site visit. See the brick paving cost guide and instant turf installation guide for detail.
Suburbs near Como
We also work surrounding streets:
- Manning — 1.4 km
- Karawara — 2.0 km
- Salter Point — 2.2 km
- South Perth — 2.2 km
- Applecross — 2.5 km
- Kensington — 2.8 km
- All service areas
Frequently asked questions
What turf grows best on Como sand?
Sir Walter buffalo and TifTuf handle heat and low-nutrient sand if prep includes 100 mm blended topsoil and wetting agent. Wintergreen couch is cheaper but needs more water and fertiliser to stay green.
Do I need council approval for a retaining wall in Como?
Walls over 0.5 m usually need a building permit from South Perth council. Walls near foreshore or on boundaries often need engineering certification — check the council site before you start.
How often should I water new turf in summer?
First two weeks: 3–4 short cycles daily so the root zone stays moist. Weeks 3–4: drop to once daily. After establishment: follow the Water Corporation roster — two days a week in summer, off 1 June–31 August.
Can you lift and relay pavers that have sunk on sand?
Yes. We remove pavers, add compacted road base and bedding sand with geofabric, then relay the original pavers. Indicative Perth range for lift & relay is $40 – $60 / m².
Do you service strata complexes in Como?
We run scheduled grounds care for small strata (4–12 units) and larger commercial sites — mowing, hedging, retic checks, pressure cleaning. Monthly programs start from indicative Perth range $350 – $650 / mo for small complexes.
What mulch suits native gardens on grey sand?
Composted karri & peat holds moisture and adds organic matter — indicative Perth range $75 – $105 / m³ bulk. Chipped jarrah lasts longer but breaks down slower; tree-lopper mulch is a budget option at $35 – $55 / m³.
Ready for a yard you actually want to spend time in?
Pick a time on our live calendar and we’ll come out, measure up and give you a fixed written quote — usually within 24 hours.