Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• mow lawns with a pedestrian or ride-on mower and tidy edges

• strim around borders, fences, flowerbeds and hard surfaces

• prune and remove small branches and overhanging growth to clear paths and gutters (work up to about 3 m; higher requires specialist access)

• collect green waste; chip on site where possible or bag for removal

• remove cuttings from site or place in agreed council/household bins

• use PPE, check for hazards (hidden wires, services, protected trees) and flag work needing an arborist

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Small suburban garden with light branch clearing typically 1–2 hours; medium gardens 2–4 hours; larger gardens or heavy brash 4–8 hours or multiple visits. Weather, restricted access, number of operatives and the need for chipper or arborist access can extend time on site.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• have you done this sort of branch work here before and can you show photos or references

• what is included in the price (call‑out, labour, disposal, chipping) and do you charge hourly or fixed

• how will you dispose of arisings and is green waste removal included

• do you have public liability insurance and relevant qualifications for tree work

• will you need access to water, power or a nearby parking space and how long will you be on site

• if larger trees are involved when would you recommend an arborist and are there protected trees or council consents

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear access routes, move cars and garden furniture away from the work area

• tell the tradie about underground services, sprinkler heads and overhead cables

• agree removal or chipping of cuttings and who pays for tip/haulage fees

• check for protected trees or local authority rules before pruning larger branches

• arrange a nearby parking space or permit if the street is restricted

• secure pets and agree a contact number and start time for the visit