Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Assess size and condition of bushes and agree cut-back level with you

• Trim back overgrown shrubs, reduce height and shape faces and sides

• Thin out internal growth and remove dead or diseased branches

• Cuttings collected and either bagged for disposal or chipped on site if requested

• Tidy edges and paths, sweep up debris and leave site safe and accessible

• Note any pest, rot or tree protection issues and advise on follow-up work or safety measures

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Small back garden tidy and light pruning typically takes 1–2 hours; medium gardens or denser growth 2–4 hours; very overgrown areas or multiple large bushes can take most of a day. access, number of plants, disposal requirements and weather extend the time

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Do you include disposal in the quote or charge separately

• Will you use a chipper on site and is that extra

• Do you have public liability insurance and can I see evidence

• How will you protect fences, sheds and lawns while cutting and moving branches

• Any risk of protected species or nesting birds and how would you handle that

• What PPE will your team use and will you clean up sap/leaf stains from paths

How to Avoid Surprises

• Clear access to the garden and mark any fragile plants or garden features to avoid damage

• Let the trader know about narrow gates, steps or low-hanging cables before arrival

• Agree disposal method and cost up front and whether cuttings will be left as mulch

• Organise parking or a nearby drop-off point for the van to avoid delays

• Tell the trader about pets or children who need to be kept clear while work is carried out