Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• rake and remove leaves and loose debris from beds, borders and hard surfaces

• hand-weed borders and paving; spot-treat perennial weeds where agreed

• edge borders and tidy lawn margins to give a neater finish

• light pruning of low shrubs and deadheading herbaceous plants where requested

• collect and remove green waste to a garden waste sack or van load; note skip hire is extra

• follow basic PPE and safe handling for chemicals if weedkiller is used and put up warning signage where needed

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most domestic garden tidies and weeding visits take 1–4 hours on site; small front gardens may be 1 hour, average back gardens 2–3 hours and heavily overgrown plots can take a half day or more.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured for garden work and waste removal and can you show proof

• do you charge by the hour or offer a fixed price for the whole tidy

• how will green waste be disposed of and is disposal included in the quote

• do you use herbicides for persistent weeds and what products and safety measures do you follow

• what access, parking or vehicle restrictions should I tell you about before the visit

• will you need a water or mains power supply and do you bring all necessary tools

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear narrow access routes and park nearby or advise your tradie about permit rules

• tell them where to leave green waste or if you want it taken away versus composted

• point out buried services, irrigation lines or new planting to avoid accidental damage

• secure pets and note any communal building rules or neighbour access requirements

• confirm chemical use and ask for COSHH or product details if you have children or wildlife concerns