Finding a Gardener in Walton-on-Thames: You should never be ashamed to ask for assistance if your Walton-on-Thames garden is a bit lacklustre and you simply cannot find the time to tackle it yourself. When you take the plunge and do this, be careful who you choose. Do you call the "fella down the street" or an established local Walton-on-Thames gardener? Whilst formal qualifications are not a requirement for gardeners, a professional is likely to have a wider range of knowledge than that "geezer down the road" and will have a reputation to uphold.
You certainly want a gardener who will treat your garden with respect and not cause it any harm or damage. So, your main objective must be to find a trustworthy Walton-on-Thames gardener who has a reputation for doing an excellent job. If you've got trees, plants and shrubs needing special attention, this will become more important still. Don't make do with any Tom, Dick or Harry, get yourself a decent gardener.
The jobs that need doing on a routine basis are much the same with both large and small gardens in Walton-on-Thames. These repeat jobs will have to be done a lot more often in springtime and summer, dying off to nothing by winter. Among the most common jobs needing to be done in Walton-on-Thames gardens are hedge trimming, general cleaning, mowing lawns and weeding. Jobs like waste removal, driveway cleaning, fence repairs and laying patios are also something most Walton-on-Thames gardeners will tackle.
Decent gardeners will come at a premium, so don't expect them to work for peanuts. Charges generally start at approximately twenty pounds per hour. You should anticipate your gardener needing more time than one hour is he/she is to get your garden looking good again. Generally gardeners would prefer to spend a minimum of 2 - 3 hours to make it worthwhile. This is not excessive if you consider that they have to drive to your house and back and might need to take your waste to the local rubbish tip, which could be miles away.
Be wary of "gardeners" who ask for payment in advance, no genuine Walton-on-Thames gardener would do this. Payment of some money up front could be appropriate when bigger jobs are being done like fencing or decking. Of course gardeners often ask for payment in cash after the work is completed. Whether you pay by cheque, cash or card, insist on a receipt, this will prevent later disputes over payment.
Right from the start and before any work commences, ensure your gardener has a clear understanding of exactly what needs doing. Your gardener will be there to give you advice and guidance on any aspect of your garden, so make the most of his/her knowledge. Taking away all the garden waste such as hedge clippings and lawn trimmings may not be included in the service, therefore you should establish whether your gardener will do this or not.
While most gardeners bring their own food and refreshments it doesn't hurt to ask if they would like a cup of tea or coffee while they are working. Treating your gardener well could easily result in you getting some extra work done at no additional charge. Go out and talk to your gardener now and again to keep a friendly rapport going and also to pick their brains. Don't overdo this though, because constant nattering will slow down the whole process and may put your gardener off returning.
Walton-on-Thames Garden Design
If you have bigger plans for your garden and are thinking about a total re-design, you might need more than a run of the mill gardener. Not all gardeners who do routine maintenance will be skilled in the design area of gardening. Find out if this aspect of gardening is something that your gardener is comfortable with. At the end of the day it might be necessary to locate a specialist.
Tree Surgery Walton-on-Thames
If needed, some of the better gardeners in Walton-on-Thames will be quite willing to do some basic tree surgery tasks, as the majority of them will have an elementary knowledge of trees and plants. Whilst your neighbourhood Walton-on-Thames gardener ought to have the vital skills to handle pruning and clipping, for any important work it is best to use the specialist services of a qualified tree surgeon.
Tree damages to property and outbuildings is not at all uncommon, and this can quite easily occur if trees are permitted to get overgrown. Additionally sewer lines, building footings, patios and drives can be irreparably damaged by tree roots, therefore keeping an eye on any trees growing on your land is crucial. Have a chat with your gardener if you have suspicions that any trees on your property in Walton-on-Thames are causing issues, since they'll probably be able to help to resolve the issue.
Some Walton-on-Thames gardeners will also help with garden tidying, garden watering, plant selection Walton-on-Thames, water features, driveway cleaning, shed replacement, leaf clearance, hard landscaping, raised beds, winter maintenance, plant sourcing, strimming in Walton-on-Thames, potting out, nature gardens, artificial turf in Walton-on-Thames, soft landscaping, disease identification, jet washing, bedding plants, irrigation Walton-on-Thames and other gardening jobs in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey.
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Walton-on-Thames Gardening Services
- Walton-on-Thames Pest Control
- Walton-on-Thames Leaf Clearance
- Walton-on-Thames Lawn Mowing
- Walton-on-Thames Garden Clearance
- Walton-on-Thames Garden Management
- Walton-on-Thames Fencing Repairs
- Walton-on-Thames Garden Watering
- Walton-on-Thames Decking Repairs
- Walton-on-Thames Turfing
- Walton-on-Thames Planting Advice
- Walton-on-Thames Hedge Pruning
- Walton-on-Thames Garden Tidying
- Walton-on-Thames Garden Design
- Walton-on-Thames Tree Pruning
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