Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• inspect site and agree which bushes, hedges and borders to tidy

• trim bushes and hedges to the agreed shape and height

• prune out dead wood and remove light overgrowth from paths and fences

• tidy borders, rake leaves and remove small cuttings and debris

• cut back climbers and remove light growth from walls where safe to do so

• collect green waste, bag or load into vehicle and leave for council/skip collection as agreed

• wear appropriate PPE and report any signs of protected species, nesting birds or unsafe trees

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typical small tidy takes 1–3 hours; medium hedge trims and larger clear-ups take 3–8 hours or may require a revisit for disposal. factors that extend time include restricted access, dense overgrowth, nesting birds or requirement for extra safety equipment.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• do you have public liability insurance and can you show proof

• will you remove green waste or should i arrange a skip

• how many people will attend and what equipment will you bring

• can you confirm if any trees are protected or need permission to work

• how do you manage work during bird nesting season

• what payment methods do you accept and how do you charge for extra work

How to Avoid Surprises

• ensure clear access by moving cars and unlocking narrow gates

• point out buried services, irrigation lines and any fragile features

• agree disposal method and skip placement before work starts

• tell the tradie about narrow drives, steps or low-hanging cables that affect access

• arrange parking close to the property or confirm a safe drop-off point for tools

• let the team know about pets, neighbours and any site rules for working at height