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Scope of Works
• Strim long grass and weeds to an agreed height across lawns and borders
• Trim edges along paths, driveways and flowerbeds
• Work around fixed obstacles (trees, posts, sheds) leaving safe clearances
• Collect and remove cuttings to green waste sacks or load into customer bin
• Inspect for hazards (glass, wire, irrigation) and report items needing manual removal
• Use appropriate equipment (petrol, battery or electric) and PPE for operator safety
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Call‑out / Minimum | £60 | £95 | first 30–45 minutes on site |
Labour per hour | £35 | £55 | per operative |
Materials | £5 | £20 | fuel, replacement line, green sacks |
Disposal | £10 | £40 | green waste or tip fees |
Extras (e.g. access charge) | £0 | £80 | long grass, steep sites, extra operatives |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £80 | £260 | small front gardens up to larger overgrown plots |
Time on Site
Typically 30 minutes–3 hours depending on garden size, vegetation density and access; very overgrown or steep sites may take longer or need extra operatives
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• Are you insured for public liability and tool damage
• Do you charge a call‑out and what is included in the minimum visit
• Will you remove green waste and is disposal included or extra
• What equipment will you use (petrol, battery or electric) and any noise implications
• Who moves obstacles and do you expect the owner to clear items beforehand
• Do you charge extra for long grass, slopes or when extra operatives are needed
How to Avoid Surprises
• Ensure gates and a clear route to the garden are unlocked and accessible
• Confirm parking or short‑term loading space for the van
• Remove toys, pots and fragile items from the work area
• Secure pets and inform neighbours if work is near a shared boundary
• Point out hidden hazards such as irrigation pipes, glass or tree roots before start
• Agree green waste disposal method and any extra charges beforehand
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