Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• inspect lawn size, access and surface (paving, slopes, obstacles)

• mow grass to agreed height using rotary or cylinder mower

• trim edges and around borders, paths and garden furniture

• collect and remove or mulch cuttings as agreed

• clear larger debris and check for hazards such as stones or toys

• wear appropriate PPE and follow safe operating procedures

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most standard lawn cuts take 30–60 minutes for a small garden and 1–2 hours for a medium garden; large or overgrown lawns can take 2–4 hours. Factors that extend time include long or wet grass, steep slopes, restricted access, extra edging, hedge work and the need to remove large volumes of cuttings.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured for public liability and do you carry tools insurance?

• do you charge per cut or per hour and what is included in the price?

• will you remove cuttings or leave them as mulch and are there extra disposal fees?

• what equipment will you use and is it suitable for slopes or wet ground?

• can you provide references or examples of similar gardens you have maintained?

• how do you handle hazards such as moss, pests or hidden sprinkler heads?

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear access routes and move obstacles such as bins and garden furniture

• tell the team about buried cables, sprinkler heads or irrigation systems

• confirm parking or permit arrangements for vans and trailers

• secure pets and keep children away while equipment is in use

• agree disposal preference (leave clippings, remove to green waste or compost)