Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect wisteria, shrubs and surrounding structures to assess size, age, and any fabric damage

• prune wisteria to remove dead wood, reduce length, and train main stems or framework

• thin and shape hedges, shrubs and climbers in the garden to improve airflow and form

• remove ivy from walls, fences and tree bases including severing roots where safe to do so

• collect and remove arisings, dispose of green waste or load to client arrangement

• use appropriate PPE and ladders/harnesses for working at height and take precautions against contamination from old ivy

• leave site tidy and advise on follow-up pruning and feeding to encourage healthy wisteria flowering

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Most routine wisteria pruning and garden tidying takes 2–4 hours for a typical suburban garden; large or high wisteria, heavy ivy or restricted access can extend this to a full day or more

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• have you pruned wisteria and removed structural ivy before and can you show examples

• will you need scaffold, a cherry picker or harness and who arranges and pays for it

• what is included for disposal of cuttings and are there extra charges for a skip

• how will you protect walls, fences and nearby plants from damage during ivy removal

• are you insured for accidental damage and public liability and can you provide certificates

• what aftercare do you recommend and when should I book the next trim

How to Avoid Surprises

• ensure a clear access route and parking for a van or trailer

• move patio furniture, ornaments and delicate plants out of the work area

• tell the tradie about underground services, boundary disputes or fragile walls before work starts

• confirm where arisings will be left and whether you want them removed or composted on site

• check for tree preservation orders or leasehold rules that might limit cutting before booking