Pathway and parking space clearing

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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
• clear loose litter, leaves and surface debris from the pathway and parking space
• remove or cut back overgrown weeds and vegetation including roots and edging growth
• sweep and clear loose gravel, moss and detritus; use a power brush or pressure washer if requested
• lift and re-bed a small number of loose paving slabs or block pavers and re‑compact joints where needed
• remove and responsibly dispose of green waste, rubble or contaminated material and leave the area tidy
• report any larger defects (sinkage, drainage blockages, oil stains) and provide a separate repair quote
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £80 | £140 | First 30–45 min on site |
Labour per hour | £40 | £60 | Per operative; may rise for weekend or evening work |
Materials | £10 | £120 | Herbicide, jointing sand, small replacement pavers |
Disposal | £30 | £120 | Tip fees, van loads or small skip hire |
Extras (e.g. machinery hire) | £30 | £220 | Pressure washer, mechanical sweeper or small plant hire |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £180 | £650 | Typical small pathway or single parking space clearing including labour and disposal |
Time on Site
Typical small path or single parking space clearing takes 2–6 hours; larger areas or heavy vegetation can take 1–2 days. factors that extend time include poor access, deep-rooted growth, structural repairs needed to paving or kerbs, time to dry after pressure washing, and waiting for skip or parking permissions
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• does your quote include waste removal and any tip or skip fees
• what equipment will you use and will you need a water or electrical supply on site
• are you insured and do you hold a waste carrier registration for removing material
• can you provide a separate estimate for any paving or drainage repairs you find
• will you need a parking bay suspension or permits and who arranges these
• what chemicals do you use for weed control and are they safe for nearby planting and drainage
How to Avoid Surprises
• clear vehicles and personal items from the area so work can start straight away
• provide on‑site parking or organise a temporary parking suspension for the van and skip
• point out underground drains, cables and any previous repairs before work starts
• agree disposal route and skip/van costs in writing to avoid surprise charges
• secure pets and gates and let the tradie know about neighbour access or estate rules
• check whether the tradie will wear PPE and how they handle any contaminated waste
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