Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Remove weeds, dead growth and surface debris from garden beds

• Dig out persistent roots and invasive plants to the depth agreed in the quote

• Lift old mulch, turn over and rake soil and prepare surface for new planting or topping

• Edge beds and tidy borders; collect and bag green waste for disposal or skip loading

• Remove larger roots or small stumps where agreed and note if specialist stump grinding is needed

• Identify invasive species (eg Japanese knotweed) or suspected contamination and advise next steps; operatives will use basic PPE

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Small single bed (up to ~5 m²): 2–4 hours. Medium or multiple beds: half day (4–6 hours). Large beds or jobs with heavy roots/stumps may take 1–2 days. Factors that extend time include wet ground, poor access, presence of invasive species or the need for a skip

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Do you include removal and disposal of green waste in the quote?

• How will you identify and deal with invasive species or suspected contaminated soil?

• How many operatives will attend and what equipment will you use

• Do you charge extra for access difficulties, parking or if a skip is required?

• Are you insured and can you provide references for similar clearances?

• How will you handle unexpected extra costs if hidden roots or rubble are found

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear access and a nearby parking permit or space for the van

• point out buried services, irrigation pipes, old rubble or compost heaps before work starts

• agree where green waste will be left or whether a skip is required and who arranges it

• tell the tradie about protected trees, wildlife or services that restrict digging

• confirm working hours and a contact on site for decisions or unexpected findings

• request written confirmation of what the quote includes and how extras are approved