Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect extent of Virginia creeper on walls, gutters, rooflines and fences

• cut back and remove loose stems and tendrils to a manageable level

• remove growth from gutters, window frames and roof edges and clear debris

• gently detach creeper from masonry where possible and highlight areas needing repair to owner

• remove and dispose of cut material or load into customer bin as agreed

• use ladder or tower scaffold where required and wear PPE to protect against sap and debris

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most single‑storey jobs take 1–3 hours on site; jobs involving rooflines, tall walls or careful detachment can take 3–6 hours or require a separate day for scaffold setup

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured and do you carry public liability cover?

• will you remove creeper from masonry or only cut back and leave roots attached?

• do I need scaffold or a tower and what is the extra cost and timescale?

• how will you protect gutters, windows and fragile brick or render during work?

• is removal and disposal of cut material included or extra?

• do you check for nesting birds and will you delay work if necessary?

How to Avoid Surprises

• clear parking close to working area or confirm where tradie can load a van

• unlock gates and give clear access to walls, fences and gutters

• move delicate pots and garden furniture out of the work zone

• tell the tradie about nesting birds or climbing plants you want to keep

• confirm disposal method and where cuttings will be left if you are not having them removed

• check if any building or conservation restrictions apply for external works on your property