Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect plants and site, mark relocation positions and safe working areas

• Dig root balls to appropriate size, lift and wrap root systems for transport

• Prepare new planting holes and amend soil with topsoil or compost as required

• Replant, stake or mulch as needed and apply initial watering

• Remove and dispose of excess soil, rubble and green waste or load for client removal

• Use PPE and safe manual handling; arrange mini-digger or mechanical lifting for large specimens if specified

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most small plant relocations take 2–6 hours; moving a single large shrub can be 1–3 hours and multiple specimens or small trees may take 1–2 days

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Have you moved this species/size before and can you provide examples

• What method will you use to protect roots and minimise transplant shock

• Do you supply topsoil/compost and staking materials or should I provide them

• How will you dispose of excess soil and green waste and is disposal included

• Are you insured for third-party damage and do you have public liability cover

• Will you need special access, parking or a permit for machinery on site

How to Avoid Surprises

• Clear a safe access route and reserve parking close to the work area

• Mark underground services or get them located before digging

• Arrange water supply on site for immediate watering after replanting

• Check for tree protection orders, boundary constraints and any permission needed

• Keep pets and children away from the work area and let the tradie know of hazards