Garden clearance in the UK typically costs around £150 to £800 for a straightforward domestic job. However, a badly overgrown garden with brambles, shrubs, old fencing, soil and general rubbish can cost £800 to £1,800+ to clear.

For a normal small or medium-sized garden, a sensible working budget is around £300 to £700. This may cover cutting back vegetation, gathering waste, loading it into a van and taking it away.

Heavy clearance costs more because contractors need additional labour, machinery and waste disposal. For example, removing soil, concrete, old decking, sheds or substantial tree growth can push the cost towards £1,500 to £2,500+.

Current UK pricing puts general garden clearance at around £45 to £60 per hour where companies charge for labour, while clearance companies may charge around £60 to £360 per load depending on the volume and type of waste.

Typical garden clearance costs

The table below gives a useful guide for common residential projects.

Garden clearance job	Typical UK cost
Very small garden tidy	£100 to £250
Small garden clearance	£150 to £400
Medium garden clearance	£300 to £800
Large garden clearance	£600 to £1,500
Badly overgrown garden	£800 to £1,800+
Heavy clearance with soil/rubble	£1,200 to £2,500+
Garden clearance labour	£25 to £60 per hour
Clearance team per day	£300 to £700+
Small green-waste collection	£60 to £100
Half van load	£100 to £200
Full van load	£160 to £300+
Skip hire	£150 to £450
Shed removal	£150 to £600+
Decking removal	£200 to £700+
Old fencing removal	£100 to £500+
Concrete base removal	£300 to £1,000+

These figures provide a planning guide rather than fixed quotations. Waste volume, weight, access and the amount of cutting or dismantling required can all change the final price.

What does garden clearance include?

Garden clearance can range from a straightforward tidy-up to completely stripping an overgrown garden before landscaping.

A typical clearance may include:

• cutting long grass
• removing weeds
• cutting back brambles
• trimming overgrown shrubs
• reducing hedges
• clearing dead plants
• gathering fallen leaves
• removing branches
• clearing green waste
• removing unwanted pots
• dismantling small garden structures
• taking away old garden furniture
• removing broken fencing
• loading waste
• sweeping paths and patios
• disposing of waste legally

Larger projects may also involve:

• shed demolition
• decking removal
• tree removal
• stump removal
• soil excavation
• rubble clearance
• old patio removal
• concrete removal

Therefore, two quotes for “garden clearance” may include very different amounts of work.

How much does garden clearance cost per hour?

Where contractors charge an hourly rate, a typical UK figure is around:

General garden clearance

£25 to £45 per hour per worker

Heavy clearance work

£40 to £60+ per hour per worker

Some clearance companies charge around £45 to £60 per hour where cutting, gathering, loading and disposal form part of the service.

London and parts of the South East usually sit towards the higher end.

Hourly pricing works well for smaller jobs where the contractor can estimate the time accurately.

However, badly overgrown gardens are often better priced as a fixed project because the quantity of waste may not become obvious until cutting begins.

Garden clearance day rates

For larger jobs, contractors may quote by the day.

One gardener or clearance worker

£180 to £350 per day

Two-person clearance team

£350 to £600 per day

Heavy clearance team with machinery

£500 to £900+ per day

Current 2026 UK figures put normal gardener rates at around £25 to £45 per hour, while general daily rates commonly fall between roughly £150 and £300 depending on experience, location and the type of work.

Waste disposal may be additional.

Therefore, always check whether a day-rate quote includes taking everything away.

Small garden clearance cost

A small terraced-house garden may only need a few hours of work.

Typical cost

£150 to £400

This might cover:

• long grass
• weeds
• light brambles
• hedge trimming
• leaves
• several bags of green waste

If the garden is already reasonably accessible, a small team may complete the clearance in half a day.

However, minimum call-out charges mean very small jobs can have a relatively high hourly cost.

Medium garden clearance cost

A medium-sized rear garden at a typical UK semi-detached house may need a full day.

Typical cost

£300 to £800

A job within this range may include:

• cutting long grass
• clearing weeds
• removing brambles
• reducing several shrubs
• cutting back hedges
• removing branches
• clearing accumulated garden rubbish

Waste volume usually becomes one of the biggest cost factors.

A garden can look relatively small while still producing several cubic metres of vegetation once everything is cut down.

Large garden clearance cost

Larger gardens require more labour and often several van loads.

Typical cost

£600 to £1,500

A large clearance may take one to three days depending on vegetation density.

Additional costs can arise from:

• large hedges
• mature shrubs
• small trees
• difficult access
• heavy waste
• multiple waste loads

Badly overgrown garden clearance cost

A neglected garden can require much more than normal gardening.

Typical cost

£800 to £1,800+

Current 2026 UK pricing for serious overgrown clearances commonly falls between approximately £800 and £1,800, while jobs involving soil, rubble and structures can reach £1,200 to £2,500+.

A heavily overgrown garden might contain:

• waist-high grass
• dense brambles
• ivy
• nettles
• self-seeded trees
• overgrown hedges
• abandoned furniture
• broken fencing
• old timber
• accumulated rubbish

The contractor may first need to cut pathways through the vegetation before they can properly assess the garden.

Garden jungle clearance cost

Some long-neglected gardens become extremely dense.

Typical cost

£1,000 to £2,500+

These jobs can involve:

• several workers
• brush cutters
• hedge trimmers
• chainsaws
• wood chippers
• multiple van loads
• heavy-duty waste removal

The clearance may take several days.

If large trees require removal, tree surgery costs should normally be quoted separately.

Garden clearance cost by size

Garden size alone does not determine the price because a clean 100m² lawn may take less work than a heavily overgrown 40m² garden.

Nevertheless, the following ranges provide a useful starting point.

Garden size	Typical clearance cost
Up to 30m²	£150 to £350
30 to 60m²	£250 to £600
60 to 100m²	£400 to £900
100 to 150m²	£600 to £1,200
150 to 250m²	£800 to £1,600
250m²+	£1,000 to £2,500+

Dense vegetation or heavy waste can increase these figures substantially.

Light garden tidy-up cost

Not every clearance involves reclaiming an abandoned garden.

A seasonal tidy may simply involve:

• mowing
• light pruning
• leaf clearance
• weeding
• removing a small amount of waste

Typical cost

£100 to £300

Current 2026 pricing for a light garden clearance with waste taken away commonly falls around £150 to £300.

Garden clearance before landscaping

Clearing a garden before a complete redesign often requires a more thorough job.

Typical cost

£500 to £2,000+

The landscaper may need the site cleared of:

• shrubs
• weeds
• old paving
• old fencing
• garden structures
• unwanted soil
• rubble

In some cases, using the same company for clearance and landscaping can reduce duplicated transport and machinery costs.

Garden clearance before selling a house

A neglected garden can make a property appear smaller and less maintained.

A pre-sale clearance may focus on appearance rather than complete landscaping.

Typical cost

£250 to £800

Typical work may include:

• mowing
• hedge reduction
• weed removal
• shrub pruning
• clearing paths
• removing rubbish
• pressure washing

The aim is usually to make the garden look tidy and usable rather than completely redesigning it.

Garden clearance after buying a property

New homeowners sometimes inherit years of neglected vegetation or abandoned garden items.

Typical cost

£400 to £1,500+

The work can include:

• removing rubbish left by previous owners
• cutting back vegetation
• clearing sheds
• dismantling old structures
• removing overgrown shrubs

Mixed household and garden waste normally costs more to dispose of than pure green waste.

End-of-tenancy garden clearance cost

Landlords and tenants may need a garden cleared before a tenancy inspection or new occupants move in.

Typical cost

£150 to £600

The amount depends on the property’s condition.

A simple mow and tidy may cost relatively little, while abandoned rubbish and overgrown vegetation can require a full clearance team.

Green waste removal cost

Green waste includes:

• grass
• leaves
• weeds
• hedge cuttings
• small branches
• plants

Typical removal costs are approximately:

Small load

£60 to £100

Half van load

£100 to £160

Full van load

£160 to £250+

London and South East prices can be around 20% to 30% higher.

A dedicated waste removal company may charge roughly £70 to £300 depending on the quantity collected.

Garden clearance cost per van load

Some clearance companies price the job according to how much space the waste occupies in their vehicle.

Small amount

£60 to £120

Quarter load

£80 to £150

Half load

£120 to £220

Full load

£180 to £360+

Current UK market figures put garden clearance load charges broadly between £60 and £360.

Heavy waste may cost more even if it occupies less space.

Why does garden waste volume increase so quickly?

Standing plants can look relatively compact.

Once contractors cut down:

• hedges
• brambles
• bushes
• long grass
• ivy

the loose material takes up far more room.

A heavily overgrown medium-sized garden can therefore produce several van loads.

Chipping woody material helps reduce the volume.

Soil removal cost

Soil is expensive to remove because it is extremely heavy.

Small amount

£100 to £300

Several tonnes

£300 to £800+

Large excavation

£500 to £1,500+

Skip hire suitable for soil typically costs around £150 to £350+, although weight restrictions mean a smaller heavy-waste skip may be more appropriate than a large general skip.

Rubble removal cost

Garden rubble may include:

• bricks
• concrete
• broken paving
• blocks
• stones
• mortar

Typical cost

£200 to £800+

A large amount may justify hiring a skip or grab lorry.

Rubble is dense, so waste companies often price it by weight rather than volume.

Skip hire for garden clearance

Hiring a skip allows contractors or homeowners to fill it gradually.

Typical 2026 UK prices are approximately:

Skip size	Typical cost
Mini skip	£150 to £250
Midi skip	£200 to £350
6-yard builder’s skip	£300 to £450
Larger skip	£350 to £600+

These prices normally cover delivery, hire and collection.

Current UK pricing puts mini skips at around £150 to £250 and standard builder’s skips at around £300 to £450.

If the skip sits on a public road, you may also need a council permit.

Man-and-van garden waste removal

A man-and-van collection can work well when the waste has already been cut down and piled up.

Typical cost

£60 to £300

One advantage is that loading labour is often included.

A small single load commonly costs around £60 to £150, while a larger load can cost around £150 to £300.

Grab lorry cost for garden clearance

A grab lorry works well for loose heavy material such as:

• soil
• rubble
• hardcore
• broken paving

Typical cost

£250 to £500+

The grab arm can collect material directly from a driveway or accessible front garden.

However, it cannot normally reach a rear garden unless there is suitable access.

Council garden waste collection cost

Many councils provide an optional garden waste bin service.

Typical annual subscription

£35 to £90 per year

This works well for normal ongoing garden maintenance.

However, council bins are usually far too small for a major clearance.

Current UK council green-waste subscription prices commonly fall around £35 to £90 per year.

Bramble clearance cost

Brambles grow rapidly and can make a garden difficult to use.

Typical cost

£200 to £800

A very large bramble-infested garden may cost more than £1,000.

The contractor may use:

• brush cutter
• hedge trimmer
• pruning saw
• heavy-duty gloves
• chipper

Removing the visible growth is only the first stage.

If the roots remain, brambles may return.

Ivy removal cost

Typical cost

£150 to £700+

Ground-level ivy is relatively straightforward.

However, ivy growing over buildings, sheds, walls or tall trees can take longer.

Care is also needed when removing mature ivy from old brickwork.

Overgrown hedge clearance cost

A heavily overgrown hedge may need substantial reduction or complete removal.

Typical reduction

£200 to £700

Complete hedge removal

£400 to £1,500+

The price depends on:

• hedge length
• height
• thickness
• species
• access
• waste volume

Root removal would normally cost extra.

Shrub removal cost

Small shrub

£30 to £100 each

Large mature shrub

£100 to £300+ each

Large shrubs create surprising amounts of green waste.

If the contractor removes the root ball as well, excavation adds labour.

Small tree removal during garden clearance

Small self-seeded trees sometimes form part of a clearance project.

Typical cost

£150 to £500 each

Larger trees should usually be handled by a suitable tree surgeon.

Before cutting down significant trees, check whether they have a Tree Preservation Order or sit within a conservation area.

Tree stump removal cost

Leaving a stump may make future landscaping difficult.

Small stump

£80 to £200

Medium stump

£150 to £350

Large stump

£300 to £600+

Stump grinding is usually quicker than manually excavating a large root system.

Shed removal cost

An old shed is commonly discovered during garden clearance.

Small timber shed

£150 to £350

Medium shed

£250 to £500

Large shed

£400 to £800+

Current 2026 market pricing generally puts basic shed removal around £150 to £500, with larger structures costing more.

If the roof contains suspected asbestos cement, the contractor should not simply break it apart with the rest of the shed.

Specialist assessment and removal may be required.

Shed base removal cost

The concrete base underneath an old shed may remain after the structure has gone.

Typical cost

£300 to £1,000+

The contractor may need:

• breaker
• mini digger
• rubble skip
• grab lorry

Thick reinforced bases cost more.

Old decking removal cost

Rotten decking can take up a substantial amount of garden space.

Typical cost

£200 to £700+

Current UK clearance figures place decking removal broadly within this range.

Costs rise where:

• decking covers a large area
• foundations are concreted in
• access is difficult
• timber is wet and heavy

Old fence removal cost

Small amount

£100 to £250

Full garden boundary

£250 to £600+

Removing concrete fence posts can increase the cost because their foundations are heavy and difficult to excavate.

Old patio removal cost

If garden clearance forms part of a landscaping project, the existing patio may need removing.

Typical cost

£20 to £50 per m²

A 20m² patio might therefore cost around:

Typical total

£400 to £1,000

Heavy reinforced concrete costs more to break up than ordinary paving slabs.

Artificial grass removal cost

Typical cost

£10 to £30 per m²

Disposal costs vary because artificial grass is not treated as normal green waste.

The contractor may also need to remove:

• sand infill
• membrane
• old sub-base material

Garden pond removal cost

A disused garden pond may require draining and filling.

Small pond

£300 to £700

Larger pond

£600 to £1,500+

The contractor may need to:

• pump out water
• relocate wildlife where appropriate
• remove liner
• remove edging
• backfill the hole

Large concrete ponds cost more to demolish.

Garden rubbish removal cost

Some gardens contain more than vegetation.

Mixed rubbish may include:

• furniture
• plastic
• toys
• plant pots
• metal
• old barbecues
• timber
• broken tools

Typical cost

£100 to £600+

Mixed waste normally costs more to dispose of than pure green waste.

Separating recyclable materials can sometimes reduce disposal costs.

Does garden clearance include mowing?

Often, yes, but not always.

A clearance contractor may cut long grass down as part of making the garden usable.

However, a neat finished lawn cut may be considered maintenance rather than clearance.

Ask whether the quotation includes:

• rough cutting only
• strimming
• mowing
• lawn edging

Does garden clearance include hedge trimming?

Basic cutting back may be included.

Detailed hedge shaping is more likely to be priced separately.

A clearance service generally focuses on reducing vegetation and removing waste rather than producing formal garden maintenance finishes.

Does garden clearance include weed removal?

Usually, visible weeds and overgrowth will be cleared.

However, this does not necessarily mean every root will be removed.

Persistent weeds such as:

• brambles
• bindweed
• horsetail
• ground elder

may return unless their root systems receive additional treatment.

Japanese knotweed and garden clearance

Suspected Japanese knotweed should not simply be cut down and mixed with normal garden waste.

Its treatment and disposal require much more careful handling.

If the garden contains suspected knotweed, tell the contractor before clearance starts and use appropriate specialist advice.

Normal garden clearance prices should not be used to budget for knotweed treatment.

Asbestos in garden clearance

Older gardens sometimes contain:

• asbestos cement garage sheets
• shed roofs
• old cement panels
• flue sections
• dumped building materials

Do not allow suspected asbestos to be smashed up and placed into an ordinary waste load.

Testing or specialist asbestos handling may be necessary.

Therefore, mention any suspect material when requesting a quote.

Does a garden clearance company need a waste carrier licence?

If a contractor transports waste from your property as part of their business, they should normally be appropriately registered to carry waste.

Homeowners should check this before handing over waste.

Using an unregistered operator creates a risk that rubbish could be fly-tipped.

Ultimately, householders can face problems if waste from their property is illegally dumped.

What affects garden clearance cost?

Several factors can move the final quotation considerably.

1. Garden size

Larger gardens generally require more labour.

However, condition can matter even more than size.

2. Amount of vegetation

Dense brambles and hedges produce large quantities of waste.

3. Waste type

Light leaves cost less to dispose of than soil, rubble or wet timber.

4. Access

A garden with driveway access costs less to clear than one where everything must travel through the house.

5. Number of workers

Heavy jobs may need two or three people.

6. Machinery

Brush cutters, chainsaws, chippers and mini diggers add cost but can substantially reduce labour time.

7. Structures

Sheds, decking and concrete bases normally cost extra.

8. Trees

Tree surgery requires specialist skills and equipment.

9. Waste volume

Multiple van or skip loads add disposal fees.

10. Location

London and the South East generally carry higher labour and waste costs.

Difficult garden access cost

Access can make a surprising difference.

Possible restrictions include:

• no side gate
• narrow alley
• terraced house
• steep steps
• long garden
• basement access
• no nearby parking

Typical extra cost

£100 to £600+

Where all vegetation has to pass through the house in bags, a clearance can take much longer.

Large machinery may also become impossible to use.

Garden clearance through a terraced house

Many UK terraced houses have no direct rear access.

Contractors may need to:

• bag all vegetation
• protect floors
• carry everything through the property
• use smaller tools
• make more trips

This can add several hours of labour.

Therefore, send access photographs when asking for quotations.

Regional garden clearance prices

A medium garden clearance may cost approximately:

UK region	Typical cost
London	£450 to £1,000+
South East England	£400 to £900
South West England	£350 to £800
Midlands	£300 to £750
North of England	£300 to £700
Wales	£300 to £700
Scotland	£325 to £750
Northern Ireland	£300 to £700

London and the South East typically have higher labour, parking and waste disposal charges. Current 2026 estimates put gardener rates at around £35 to £60 per hour in London, compared with roughly £25 to £45 per hour across much of the rest of the UK.

How long does garden clearance take?

A typical job may take anywhere from a couple of hours to several days.

Small tidy

2 to 4 hours

Medium garden

Half a day to one day

Large overgrown garden

1 to 3 days

Heavy site clearance

2 to 5 days+

Current UK pricing estimates give similar timescales, with light clearances taking a few hours and heavy jobs involving soil or rubble stretching across several days.

Can a garden be cleared in one day?

Often, yes.

A two-person team can make a significant difference to an overgrown garden in one day.

However, clearance may take longer if the garden contains:

• dense brambles
• several large hedges
• trees
• sheds
• soil
• rubble
• difficult access

Waste capacity can also determine whether the entire job finishes in one visit.

Garden clearance before patio installation

Clearing the garden can form the first stage of installing a new patio.

Typical clearance cost

£300 to £1,000+

The contractor may remove:

• shrubs
• old lawn
• paving
• plants
• garden structures

Excavation for the new patio would usually form part of the paving quotation rather than basic clearance.

Garden clearance before laying a new lawn

A neglected area may need clearing before turf installation.

Typical clearance

£300 to £1,000

Additional work may include:

• removing weeds
• rotavating soil
• levelling
• adding topsoil
• preparing the seed or turf bed

A complete lawn renovation will therefore cost more than clearance alone.

Garden clearance before selling or renting

If your main aim is presentation, prioritise the areas that make the biggest visual difference:

• cut grass
• reduce hedges
• clear paths
• remove rubbish
• prune shrubs
• clean patio areas

A tidy garden can look much larger without requiring a complete redesign.

DIY garden clearance cost

Clearing the garden yourself can reduce labour costs.

Possible expenses include:

DIY expense	Typical cost
Heavy-duty garden bags	£10 to £40
Hedge trimmer hire	£30 to £70 per day
Brush cutter hire	£40 to £80 per day
Wood chipper hire	£80 to £200+ per day
Mini skip	£150 to £250
Builder’s skip	£300 to £450
Van collection	£60 to £300

DIY clearance makes most sense when:

• the vegetation is light
• access is easy
• you have suitable tools
• there are no dangerous structures
• there is no suspected asbestos

For a heavily overgrown garden, professional teams can often finish in a fraction of the time.

How can you reduce garden clearance costs?

Several approaches can help.

Separate waste

Keep green waste apart from:

• rubble
• soil
• metal
• general household waste

Different waste streams have different disposal costs.

Remove small items yourself

Taking loose rubbish to an appropriate recycling centre can reduce the volume the contractor needs to handle.

Provide photographs

Clear photos help contractors estimate labour and waste more accurately.

Improve access

Move vehicles and obstacles before work starts.

Combine work

If you plan landscaping immediately afterwards, using one contractor for both phases may reduce duplicated costs.

Compare fixed quotations

A fixed price can offer more certainty than an hourly rate for badly overgrown gardens.

Questions to ask a garden clearance contractor

Before accepting a quote, ask:

• Does the price include labour?
• Is waste removal included?
• How many van loads are included?
• Is VAT included?
• Will you clear green waste?
• Do you take mixed rubbish?
• Can you remove soil?
• Are hedge reductions included?
• Can you remove shrubs and roots?
• Does shed removal cost extra?
• What happens if you find asbestos?
• Are you registered to carry waste?
• Where will the waste be taken?
• How many workers will attend?
• How long should the work take?
• Will the garden be swept and left tidy afterwards?

A detailed quotation makes comparisons much easier.

Example garden clearance budgets

Example 1: small terraced garden tidy

• two workers for several hours: £150 to £250
• one small green-waste load: £60 to £100
• likely total: £210 to £350

Typical work:

• mow long grass
• remove weeds
• trim shrubs
• clear leaves

Example 2: medium overgrown semi-detached garden

• clearance labour: £300 to £500
• hedge and bramble cutting: £100 to £250
• waste disposal: £150 to £300
• likely total: £550 to £1,050

Example 3: neglected garden with shed

• vegetation clearance: £400 to £700
• shed removal: £200 to £500
• waste removal: £200 to £400
• likely total: £800 to £1,600

Example 4: heavily overgrown large garden

• two or three-person team: £700 to £1,300
• machinery: £100 to £300
• several waste loads: £300 to £600
• likely total: £1,100 to £2,200

Example 5: clearance with soil and rubble

• vegetation clearance: £300 to £600
• soil and rubble handling: £300 to £700
• skip or grab collection: £300 to £500
• likely total: £900 to £1,800

Large quantities of heavy material can push this above £2,500.

Example 6: garden clearance before landscaping

• cut back vegetation: £300 to £600
• remove shrubs: £150 to £400
• dismantle old fencing: £150 to £400
• waste disposal: £200 to £400
• likely total: £800 to £1,800

Further landscaping would then be priced separately.

Is professional garden clearance worth the cost?

For a lightly untidy garden, DIY clearance can be perfectly realistic.

However, professional clearance becomes much more useful when the garden contains:

• dense brambles
• large hedges
• several years of growth
• heavy soil
• old sheds
• broken decking
• general rubbish

A team with professional cutting equipment can complete work much faster than most homeowners.

They also handle one of the least convenient parts of the job: transporting and legally disposing of several cubic metres of waste.

For many ordinary gardens, a budget of around £300 to £800 provides a sensible starting point.

Meanwhile, homeowners tackling a genuinely neglected garden should allow closer to £800 to £1,800, particularly when several waste loads or structural removals are involved.

FAQs about garden clearance costs

How much does garden clearance cost in the UK?

A typical domestic garden clearance costs around £150 to £800. Large or badly overgrown gardens commonly cost £800 to £1,800+, while heavy clearance involving soil and rubble can exceed £2,000.

How much does a gardener charge to clear a garden?

General garden clearance labour usually costs around £25 to £60 per hour per worker. Some companies instead provide a fixed quotation based on garden condition and waste volume.

How much does it cost to clear an overgrown garden?

A moderately overgrown garden may cost around £300 to £800. A heavily neglected garden with dense brambles, shrubs and multiple loads of waste may cost £800 to £1,800+.

How much does a small garden clearance cost?

A small garden typically costs around £150 to £400 to clear, depending on vegetation and the amount of waste.

How much does a large garden clearance cost?

A large garden usually costs around £600 to £1,500. Extremely overgrown gardens or those containing structures and heavy waste can cost more.

How much does garden waste removal cost?

A small green-waste collection may cost around £60 to £100, while a full van load generally costs around £160 to £300+.

How much does skip hire cost for garden clearance?

A mini skip typically costs around £150 to £250, while a 6-yard builder’s skip commonly costs around £300 to £450.

How much does it cost to remove a garden shed?

A typical timber shed costs around £150 to £600 to dismantle and remove. Large structures and concrete bases cost more.

How much does decking removal cost?

Removing old garden decking commonly costs around £200 to £700+, depending on the area, construction and access.

Does garden clearance include waste removal?

Many professional clearance quotations include waste removal, but this is not automatic. Always check how many loads are included and whether disposal charges are part of the price.

How long does garden clearance take?

A small garden may take two to four hours. A medium garden often takes half a day to one day, while heavily overgrown gardens can take several days.

Can a badly overgrown garden be cleared in one day?

Sometimes. A two- or three-person team with suitable machinery can clear a significant amount in one day, but large gardens with dense vegetation and several waste loads may take longer.

Does garden clearance include removing roots?

Not necessarily. Cutting down a shrub or hedge does not always include digging out the root system. Ask for root removal to be included specifically if you need the ground ready for landscaping.

Can garden clearance companies remove soil and rubble?

Many can, although heavy materials normally cost more to dispose of than green waste. A skip or grab lorry may be required for larger quantities.

Do garden clearance companies remove asbestos?

Ordinary garden clearance companies should not simply mix suspected asbestos with general waste. Specialist assessment, testing or removal may be required.

What should homeowners budget for garden clearance?

For a typical UK small or medium garden, £300 to £800 provides a useful working budget.

A light tidy may cost less than £300. However, a neglected garden with dense vegetation, sheds, broken fencing or several loads of waste may require a budget of £800 to £1,800+.

When comparing quotations, check both the labour and the waste allowance. A cheaper quote that only includes one small van load could ultimately cost more once the contractor begins charging for additional waste.

Most importantly, make sure that anyone taking waste from your property disposes of it legally. Saving a small amount by using an unsuitable waste carrier is rarely worthwhile if the rubbish later ends up fly-tipped.