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Posted by Sweetpea on December 18, 2008 at 7:42pm
Hi everyone,Another daft question from the one who hasnt started yet ! Waiting for the weather to get better and my lovely Christmas job at Marks and Spencer to end.Slight sarcasm you may detect, but at least it has got me used to being on my feet all shift and humping things about after sitting on my derriere in an office for the last 25 years!Anyway,the question,I just had an odd moment when I looked at a neighbours overgrown hedge and tried to think what I would charge if they wanted me to sort it out which is obviously what I want to be doing.It's about 3m long and 1m high and small evergreen leaves and pink flowers.Think escallonia or something?So where would I start?Hourly rate ( how long?) or job done?If you used shears instead of petrol trimmer etc it would obviously take longer so is that something you have to accomodate yourself ? ie you get paid for the job and best do it as quick and professional as possible?Any kind thoughts and/or advice would be appreciated.
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  • Mark December 18, 2008 at 8:27pm
    Quick & professional is the way...and I would charge an hourly rate as you will also need to clean up etc and that way your covered..

    I would have thought form start to finish an hour would be generous depending on access the state of it etc etc. I would also be tempted to use something powered to cut it with but maybe that's just me !
  • Kerrie John-The garden design Co December 18, 2008 at 9:25pm
    Hi Sweetpea

    "It's about 3m long and 1m high and small evergreen leaves and pink flowers.Think escallonia or something?"

    I think the first step is to find out what species the hedge is. Then Google or find a good book on pruning. Unless you know what you are dealing with it is difficult to say how much, how often, what spoil needs to disposed, or what type of cutters will be involved.

    All the best
    Kerrie
  • Tim Haywood December 18, 2008 at 9:30pm
    I would agree with Mark, assuming professional hedge cutters and a traditional 'hedge finish' (eg. square and tidy) an hour sounds about right, including clearing up. With the right kit, it is amazing how much hedgetrimming one can get through in a short amount of time.

    You also need to bear in mind ease of access and whether the customer wants you to take the waste away. As Pro Gard, I would probably give a fixed price for a small job such as this although it would be based on my hourly rate. The customer often appreciates a 'cap' on a price so that they know the maximum they will have to pay.
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