Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect hedge for size, health and any nesting birds

• cut sides and top to agreed shape and height using hand and powered trimmers

• reduce overgrown sections where safe to do so, working in stages for large hedges

• remove arisings by chipping, bagging or loading for green waste collection as agreed

• protect adjacent plants, fences and hard surfaces and tidy working area on completion

• use appropriate PPE and safe working-at-height measures such as ladders or MEWP hire where required

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Small suburban hedge 0.5–2 hours; medium hedge 1–4 hours; large or very overgrown hedges may take a day or require return visits. factors that extend time include height and length of hedge, poor access, nesting birds, wet weather and on-site disposal method

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured and can you confirm public liability cover amount

• do you charge per metre or per hour and how many operatives will you use

• is disposal included and will you chip on site or remove arisings

• how will you manage nesting birds and comply with wildlife protection rules

• will you need access to electricity, water or a suitable parking space for a chipper or van

• do you provide a written quote and can you confirm start date and payment terms

How to Avoid Surprises

• check access and confirm where the crew can park or load equipment

• point out buried services, water taps and irrigation to avoid accidental damage

• move vehicles and delicate items from the working area before arrival

• be aware of bird nesting season (typically March–August) and agree timing in advance

• agree disposal method and location for chippings or bags before work starts

• check garden rules or estate covenants for boundary hedges and obtain any necessary permissions