Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Site survey and measure existing garden and tree positions

• soil assessment and planting location recommendations

• prepare planting pits, supply and position trees and shrubs, backfill with soil improver and compost

• stake, guard and mulch new trees and set up aftercare instructions

• remove minimal existing vegetation and dispose of arisings, or grub out roots where agreed

• larger tree works may include pruning, crown reduction or use of machinery for safe access

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Small tree planting or a site visit and quote usually takes 2–5 hours; a single-day planting for several medium trees is typically 1 day; larger landscaping or multiple large trees can take 1–3 days or longer. factors that extend time include poor access, large root systems, needing machinery, checking for TPOs, and adverse weather

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• are you insured for public liability and professional indemnity and can you provide certificates

• do you hold relevant qualifications or NPTC tickets for tree works and chainsaw use

• which species and sizes do you recommend and will you supply the trees or do I need to buy them

• how do you handle disposal of arisings and is skip hire included or extra

• are there any planning restrictions, TPOs or conservation rules affecting these trees

• what guarantee or aftercare do you offer for planted trees and what maintenance is included

How to Avoid Surprises

• ensure clear vehicular access and a place to park close to the work area

• mark underground services and confirm locations of drains and cables before digging

• check for tree preservation orders (TPOs) or conservation area rules and tell the tradie if present

• confirm who supplies plants and confirm sizes, root type and delivery timing

• arrange pets and children away from the work area and agree on safe pedestrian routes

• agree a contingency for bad weather and specify where arisings and skips will be placed