Front and back garden maintenance
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01/10/25, 12:14
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Scope of Works
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• Mow lawn and tidy edges
• Trim and shape hedges and shrubs
• Weed beds, remove invasive growth and tidy borders
• Clear leaves, sweep paths and unblock drains/gullies where safe to do so
• Prune small trees and remove dead wood (with PPE and safe working practices)
• Plant seasonal bedding, lay turf or apply top dressing as requested
• Collect and remove green waste, or load to customer‑arranged skip
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Typical Cost
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Charge Type | Low ÂŁ | High ÂŁ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £60 | £120 | First 30–60 min on site |
Labour per hour | ÂŁ30 | ÂŁ55 | Per operative; half/full day rates may apply |
Materials | ÂŁ10 | ÂŁ180 | Plants, turf, topsoil, mulch and fertiliser |
Disposal | ÂŁ20 | ÂŁ120 | Green waste collection or tip fees, varies by volume |
Extras (e.g. stump grinding, chipper hire) | ÂŁ40 | ÂŁ400 | Specialist plant hire or stump removal |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £120 | £650 | Typical single‑visit front or back garden maintenance; larger or specialist jobs cost more |
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Time on Site
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Most routine front or back garden maintenance visits take 1–4 hours depending on garden size and condition; larger clearances, turfing or planting can take a full day or more. Factors that extend time include heavy overgrowth, high volumes of green waste, restricted access, poor weather and the need for specialist plant or multiple operatives
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Questions to Ask Your Tradie
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• Are you insured for public liability and accidental damage
• What does the call‑out fee cover and how do you charge for time over the minimum
• Do you supply plants, turf and materials or should I provide them
• Will you remove green waste and how is disposal charged
• Do you need water or electricity on site and where should I arrange access
• What PPE and measures do you use for ticks, sharp tools and safe working at height
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How to Avoid Surprises
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• Ensure clear access and a nearby parking space for the van or small plant
• Point out hidden services, sprinkler systems and boundary lines before work starts
• Secure pets and children away from the work area
• Agree green waste removal method and any skip or tipping charges in advance
• Confirm if working‑at‑height equipment or permits are needed for tall hedges or trees

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