Finding a Gardener in Harold Wood: If you have a garden that is looking tired and overgrown, the time has come to get it back in shape. If you are too busy or too idle to do it yourself you are going to have to call in some help. That help should come in the shape of a professional Harold Wood gardener with a bit of experience, and not the "fellow down the road" who knocks on your door and offers to jet wash your patio. The problem is that "geezer down the street" will probably know very little about gardening, whereas a professional will have a wide spectrum of knowledge. If you are still not sure, read the rest of this article.
You do not want your precious garden to be spoilt by someone who doesn't have to knowledge to look after it properly. So, try to find a local Harold Wood gardener who is trustworthy and reliable. This is even more important if you have plants or trees in your garden which need specialist care. Don't make do with any Tom, Dick or Harry, get yourself a decent gardener.
The thing about gardening is that there are always jobs that need doing routinely, even on small gardens. The warmth of spring and summer increases the frequency with which these jobs need to be done. Most people in Harold Wood who have gardens will typically need tasks done like weeding, general tidying, mowing lawns and hedge trimming. There are plenty more jobs that might need doing for example garden fencing, driveway cleaning, waste clearance and decking installation, most Harold Wood gardeners will also be willing to tackle these.
An hourly rate of around £20 is what you should expect to pay for a decent gardener. Usually gardeners will not be happy doing just one hours work. It's not uncommon for a gardener to request at least two hour minimum visit times. Don't forget, they have to get to and from your location, they have to unload and load their van and they may have to dispose of your waste which could mean a trip to the local tip.
Asking for money up front is not normal for gardeners (unlike builders), so be extra careful if they do. Having said that, a deposit for materials may be required for bigger projects like decking or fencing. It is quite normal for a gardener to request cash payment, rather than card or cheque, so make sure you have some to hand. Always insist on a receipt whether you pay by cash, cheque or card, proof of payment is important in case of any future arguments.
Make certain the gardener knows what your expectations are for your garden, job lists can help make everything clearer. Ask your gardener about your specific garden conditions and get advice about the best plants to grow to get the perfect results. Make sure that all twigs, weeds and lawn cuttings will be removed and disposed of afterwards, certain gardeners don't do this. You really do not want to be stuck with a huge mound of garden waste that is difficult to dispose of.
Gardening is thirsty work, so don't forget to make a hot or cold drink for your gardener to keep his/her spirits up. This type of kindness is always welcome and your gardener may show his/her gratitude by doing a great job on your garden. In order to benefit from his/her knowledge and to keep a friendly rapport going, pop out for a chat now and again. Having said that, don't hold your gardener up by wittering on all day and preventing him/her from getting on with the job.
Garden Clearance Harold Wood
If you allow "green" waste and general junk to build up in your garden, a time will come when you'll need a garden clearance specialist. Certain Harold Wood gardeners will be able to do this, but unless they have a Waste Carriers Licence, they will be limited in the volume and kind of waste they can take. If you've got a local council green waste bin (you usually pay extra for these), you might be able to dispose of most of it gradually, if the volumes of waste are only minimal.
If your garden in Harold Wood has become piled up with all kinds of garbage, and not just green waste, you'll probably need to contact an authorised Harold Wood garden clearance expert, who'll be accustomed to managing and recycling such waste. If you've got a largish amount of rubbish in your garden you might also consider renting a mini-skip. Adopting this approach will permit you to maybe clear out your garage, your shed and perhaps even your loft, as well as your garden waste.
"Green" waste will usually be thought of as stuff like: turf, bushes, twigs, logs, lawn trimmings, topsoil, dead plants, tree branches, hedge clippings and roots.
Garden Design Harold Wood
A gardener who clips your hedge or mows your grass may not necessarily be good at designing a garden. While some gardeners in Harold Wood will have a go at garden design they may not be the best people to help with this. Establish if your gardener is one of those who relish garden design. You might find that in the end you have to call in a specialist.
Some Harold Wood gardeners will also help with garden watering, gravel laying, greenhouse assembly, disease identification Harold Wood, the installation of wildlife gardens, lawn mowing in Harold Wood, garden tidying, potting out Harold Wood, soil health checks, snow clearance Harold Wood, patio installation in Harold Wood, hedge clipping, plant sourcing, tree planting, garden trellis, pressure washing in Harold Wood, shrub care, tree surgery Harold Wood, bush trimming, water feature installation in Harold Wood, garden levelling, jet washing Harold Wood, path cleaning, garden management, shrub planting Harold Wood, strimming in Harold Wood, soil irrigation, shed removal in Harold Wood, weed control, domestic garden maintenance, digging, plant selection Harold Wood, winter maintenance Harold Wood, rotovating Harold Wood, decking installation and other professional gardening services in Harold Wood, Greater London. Listed are just a small portion of the tasks that are undertaken local gardeners. Harold Wood professionals will be happy to inform you of their full range of gardening services.
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Harold Wood Gardening Services
- Harold Wood Garden Design
- Harold Wood Pest Control
- Harold Wood Watering/Irrigation
- Harold Wood Garden Decking
- Harold Wood Lawn Care
- Harold Wood Lawn Turfing
- Harold Wood Garden Weeding
- Harold Wood Tree Surgery
- Harold Wood Water Features
- Harold Wood Hedge Pruning
- Harold Wood Garden Tidying
- Harold Wood Lawn Mowing
- Harold Wood Planting Advice
- Harold Wood Driveway Cleaning
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