Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• cut and remove overgrown vine growth from balcony floor, balustrade and planters

• sever and remove above‑ground stems and take away clippings

• remove or trim roots accessible from the balcony and check for root ingress into joints

• detach vines from railings, trellis and fixings and tidy remaining fastenings

• collect, bag and remove green waste and larger root sections for disposal

• inspect balcony surface and report any membrane, paint or timber damage that needs repair

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most balcony vine clearances take 1–4 hours depending on vine coverage and ease of access; small low balconies can be cleared in 1–2 hours while large, root‑bound growth or jobs requiring scaffolding or specialist safety measures can take a full day.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Do you have experience clearing vines from balconies of similar height and construction?

• How will you protect decking, glass and paintwork during removal?

• Will you need scaffolding, a cherry picker or harnesses and how is that quoted?

• How will you dispose of green waste and are you a registered waste carrier?

• Do you carry public liability insurance and can you provide references or photos of similar jobs?

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear furniture, potted plants and fragile items from the balcony

• check with building manager or freeholder about access rules, permits and working‑at‑height requirements

• arrange parking or a nearby drop‑off for tools, or advise the tradie if parking is restricted

• tell the tradie about nesting birds, bees or other wildlife before booking

• confirm access to water and electricity or note if these are not available