You planned it. You prepped it. Now it’s time to build it—and this is where most DIY projects go wrong. In Part 2, we walk through the critical build phase of the 15-step landscaping process—where trenching, underground installs, grading, and timing either lock in a successful project… or create problems you’ll be fixing later. This episode covers: How to properly mark and trench for underground systems Installing drainage, irrigation, gas, and electrical the right way Why poor compaction leads to sinking, shifting, and rework The exact order of operations that keeps your project on track What needs to be done before you move to finishing work This is the difference between a project that lasts—and one that becomes a headache. 🔗  Get the Full 15-Step Checklist + Bonus Audio https://www.youryardcoach.com/15-step-diy-landscaping-project-checklist   💥 Use code NEW15STEP to save $5 (limited time) 🧠 What You’ll Learn: The correct sequence for underground installations  Why compaction and grading make or break your project  How to avoid the most expensive DIY mistakes 📌 Follow Yard Coach: YouTube: https://cutt.ly/UjR6cKF Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/yardcoach/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/YardCoach If you do this phase right, everything that follows gets easier.