Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• survey site, measure length and height and check access and boundaries

• cut back sides and top to agreed height and shape

• reduce or remove sections down to ground level if removal requested

• chip arisings onsite where possible and bag or load into skip

• remove cuttings and green waste from site or deliver to recycling centre

• grind out stump and backfill with soil if stump removal requested

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Trimming a short garden leylandii (10–20 m) typically takes 2–4 hours with a two‑person team; full removal with stump grinding and waste removal can take 1–2 days depending on access and equipment

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured for public liability and arboriculture work

• will you be using a chipper and do you include chipping in the price

• do you remove all arisings and handle disposal or charge extra

• do you need planning/tree preservation orders or neighbour notices

• how many operatives and what equipment will you use

• can you provide a written quote and timescale with payment terms

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear a parking space and safe unloading area for vehicles

• confirm boundary lines and neighbour agreements for shared hedges

• check nesting bird season (mar–aug) and delay if needed

• arrange skip access or confirm green waste removal method

• ensure safe access (ladders, scaffolding or access lift) and level ground

• secure pets and keep children away from work area