Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• mow lawn to an agreed height using a rotary or cylinder mower

• trim hedges to shape and specified height using powered trimmers

• strim and edge borders, paths and fence lines for a neat finish

• remove small saplings and regrowth from hedge bases and tidy cut branches

• collect and remove cuttings or blow them into a compost heap as agreed

• minor pruning of thin branches with secateurs to tidy shapes

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most small residential grass and hedge jobs take 1–3 hours on site; larger gardens, long or very tall hedges or heavy regrowth can take a half day or more Factors that extend time include hedge length and height, density of growth, number of lawns, access restrictions, weather and whether cuttings are removed from site

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured for public liability and employer’s liability?

• do you include green waste removal or leave cuttings on site?

• will you need ladders, elevated access or scaffolding and how will you manage working at height?

• do you provide your own power and fuel or will you need access to electricity?

• what measures will you take to protect shrubs, fences and paving?

• can you provide a written estimate and clarify payment terms?

How to Avoid Surprises

• provide clear access and a nearby parking space or permit

• point out buried irrigation, tree roots or hidden objects in borders

• secure pets and keep children away from the working area

• agree disposal method and where cuttings should be left before arrival

• tell the tradie about planning restrictions or tree preservation orders