Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Remove garden waste: collect branches, leaves, grass cuttings and load for disposal or composting

• Mow and tidy lawn edges, strim around borders and pathways

• Prune and shape shrubs and small hedges (light pruning) and remove cuttings

• Weed beds and paved areas, sweep paths and patios; jet-washing available as extra

• Check and tidy borders, replace or top up mulch/soil if agreed and report any issues such as disease or rot

• Leave site broom-clean; operatives use PPE and will not apply herbicides or pesticides without prior approval

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typical tidy-up for a small to medium garden: 2–4 hours; overgrown or larger gardens commonly take a half day to a full day (3–8 hours). Factors that extend time include limited access, high volumes of green waste, need for machinery (ride-on mower, chipper), working at height for tall hedges, and poor weather

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Are you fully insured (public liability) and can you provide your policy details

• Do you charge per hour or offer a fixed price and what specifically is included (materials, disposal, machinery)

• How will green waste be removed and is skip hire or tipping included in the quote

• Will you need access to water or electricity on site and do you require parking or a permit

• Do you use herbicides/pesticides and will you seek written consent before applying chemicals

• What will you do if you find boundary damage, rot, or protected plants that need specialist work

How to Avoid Surprises

• Confirm access: leave gates unlocked, point out narrow paths and any steps or low branches

• Arrange parking or a permit close to the work area to avoid time lost moving equipment

• Point out underground services, irrigation heads, and ornamentals you want to keep

• Tell the team about pets, compost heaps or hazardous items and secure valuables beforehand

• Agree disposal method and where to stack cuttings for removal to avoid extra handling charges