Garden and driveway tidy-up

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Scope of Works
• remove leaves, loose debris and sweep driveway and paths
• trim back overhanging branches and cut back invasive shoots
• mow small lawn areas and tidy borders
• weed paving joints and flowerbeds; apply weedkiller if agreed
• clear moss and algae from hard surfaces; power‑wash available as an extra
• inspect and clear driveway drains; operatives use gloves and eye protection and will report contamination concerns such as ticks or rodent waste
Typical Cost
Charge Type | Low £ | High £ | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Call-out / Minimum | £80 | £120 | First 30 min on site |
Labour per hour | £40 | £60 | Typical per operative per hour |
Materials | £0 | £60 | weedkiller, jointing sand, consumables |
Disposal | £30 | £120 | green waste sacks or small skip collection |
Extras (e.g. chipper, power‑wash, skip) | £60 | £220 | chipper hire, contractor power‑wash, skip hire or permits |
TOTAL (most jobs come in here) | £150 | £500 | typical tidy‑up for a small to medium garden and driveway; larger jobs or hired equipment cost more |
Time on Site
Most tidy‑ups take 1–3 hours for a small front garden and driveway; larger or heavily overgrown areas can take 4–8 hours or more depending on access, number of operatives and whether power‑washing or chipper/skip hire is needed
Questions to Ask Your Tradie
• Do you include green waste disposal and skip hire in the written quote?
• How many operatives will be on site and what estimated hours do you allow for my job?
• Is power‑washing included or charged as an extra and do you need a water supply on site?
• Do you hold public liability insurance and can you provide a copy or policy number?
• Will you need vehicle access, parking or a permit for a van or skip, and where would you place it?
• How do you protect delicate plants, paved surfaces and neighbouring property during work?
How to Avoid Surprises
• leave clear parking or arrange a permit for the tradie van
• confirm where green waste or a skip can be placed and check any communal rules
• tell the tradie about narrow gates, steps or low branches before the visit
• ensure access to a water supply and power socket if you want power‑washing
• secure pets and protect or move delicate pots and plants out of the work area
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