Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Assess hedge species, length, height and check for nesting birds

• Trim sides and top to agreed shape and height

• Remove dead wood and thin dense sections to improve air and light

• Chip cuttings on site or gather and load for disposal as agreed

• Tidy edges and leave site broom-swept and safe for pedestrians

• Use appropriate PPE for thorns and operate ladders or scaffold safely

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typical domestic hedge trimming takes 1–4 hours depending on length, height and access; factors that extend it include heavy overgrowth, multiple hedges, nesting birds, poor access or the need for hire equipment

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Are you insured for public liability and employer's liability and can you show certificates

• Do you remove green waste or chip on site and what are the disposal charges

• Will you need to use ladders, a cherry picker or scaffolding for taller hedges

• How many operatives will attend and how long do you estimate the job will take

• Do you check for nesting birds and will you postpone work if nests are present

• What payment terms and guarantee do you offer for workmanship

How to Avoid Surprises

• Clear access and driveways and reserve parking for the crew where possible

• Tell the tradie about overgrown areas, buried services or recent boundary changes

• Check for nesting birds (Mar–Aug) and agree deferral or protection measures if required

• Confirm who is responsible for disposal and whether a skip or green waste collection is needed

• Check for any local restrictions or TPOs for very tall hedges and get neighbour consent if trimming a shared boundary