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Garden clearing and weeding

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01/10/25, 12:14

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Scope of Works

 

• remove surface weeds from borders, paths and patios

• cut back and trim overgrown shrubs and low hedging

• clear moss and weeds from paving and apply targeted treatment to persistent growth

• remove and load green waste into the trader's van or the customer's skip

• turf or ground clearance and rotavation on request

• inspect for invasive species (Japanese knotweed) and advise required actions

 

Typical Cost

 

Charge Type

Low £

High £

Notes

Call-out / Minimum

£80

£120

First 30–60 min on site

Labour per hour

£35

£55

Per operative

Materials

£10

£120

Herbicide, mulch, plants

Disposal

£30

£300

Green waste bags or skip

Extras (e.g. skip hire)

£0

£150

Machinery hire, steep access charge

TOTAL (most jobs come in here)

£140

£650

Most small clears and routine weeding

 

Time on Site

 

Small weeding jobs 1–3 hours; typical garden clearing 3–8 hours; very overgrown or multi-day clearances 1–2 days. time increases with poor access, large volumes of waste, presence of invasive species or adverse weather

 

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

 

• what exactly is included in the quote and what would be an extra charge

• how will you dispose of green waste and are disposal fees included

• do you have insurance and public liability cover

• can you handle invasive species and will you provide a written plan if found

• do you use herbicides and what precautions do you take around pets and neighbours

• will you provide before and after photos and a written invoice detailing work done

 

How to Avoid Surprises

 

• ensure clear access and let the trader know about steps or long wheelbarrow runs

• check parking or loading restrictions and provide permits if needed

• secure pets and fragile garden items before work starts

• tell the trader about any known invasive plants or buried hazards

• agree start time, payment method and who is responsible for skips or special permits

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