Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• mow lawn to an agreed height including high-traffic areas and trims

• edge lawns and paved areas and clear grass from borders and paths

• trim and shape hedges and shrubs and remove cuttings from site unless agreed otherwise

• spot-weed control and basic border tidying; chemicals used only if requested and with PPE

• collect, bag and remove green waste or load customer-provided skip

• inspect drainage and turf condition and advise on seasonal follow-up or repairs

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most routine maintenance visits take 1–3 hours for an average suburban front or back garden. Larger gardens, heavy overgrowth or seasonal clearances commonly take 3–6 hours. Factors that extend time include restricted access, need for extra labour or machinery, extensive waste removal and poor weather.

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured for public liability and can you show a certificate

• exactly what is included in the price (mowing, edging, waste removal) and what costs extra

• will you need access to mains water or electricity and is parking required near the gate

• do you use herbicides and can you provide product names and safety advice

• how will green waste be disposed of and are disposal fees included

• can you provide a written quote and expected start/completion dates

How to Avoid Surprises

• check gate width, steps and any narrow access for equipment and vehicles

• agree parking or permit arrangements to avoid delays while unloading equipment

• point out buried services, irrigation lines and wildlife features before work starts

• clear fragile items, ornaments and secure pets away from the working area

• confirm who supplies consumables such as seed, fertiliser or herbicide and agree costs