How Much Does Garden Maintenance Cost in the UK?

Having a front and back yard that’s straight out of a magazine cover is something we all want. But let’s be honest. It’s often hard to keep up with all the chores, and unless you’re green-fingered, your front and back yards are the last to get attention.

Thankfully, there are a bunch of crazy-good gardeners who still make sure your home has a green, lush yard and receives the much needed TLC.

But what are the garden maintenance prices? With most companies, you’re never sure what you’ll pay, how they form the price and exactly what work goes into “maintenance”.

So, if you want to find out:

• What exactly you’re paying the gardeners for;
• How gardening companies form the price;
• And how much it’s going to cost you.

Then keep on reading as we have all of this information, and more, below!

How much do gardeners charge per hour in UK?

Most UK companies charge an hourly rate. The prices for gardening maintenance vary between £30 and £85 per hour on average. Additionally, most garden maintenance jobs require at least two hours minimum charge.

The type of work that is required, as well as the size and condition of the garden, can also affect the time and pricing, so it’s very hard to guesstimate a fixed price for the garden maintenance service. Each company has its own standards, and the costs differ considerably.

If you think about going with a cheaper option, you need to consider the following points:

Now, let’s look into the factors that are so important for forming the final garden maintenance service price.

What are the pricing factors for garden maintenance?

Every professional charges different prices and has a different way of providing the service. Since most gardeners charge hourly, the garden maintenance cost depends on the amount of work needed.

Here are six of the most significant factors that influence the gardening services prices:

1. Area size
   What is the area – flat or hilly? How big is it? Are there difficult-to-access sections? The answers to all these questions play a significant role in determining the price of your gardening service.
   
2. Condition
   Depending on how well-maintained your front and backyard currently are, the gardening costs may vary. An overgrown area takes more time, and sometimes even an additional garden clearance service should be performed. It also makes a difference whether you need the service just once or you want repeat visits, for instance, weekly, monthly or every 2 months.
   
3. Types of plants
   The more specific the plants and flowers in your yard are, the more fertilising, weeding and pruning attention they require. However, during the autumn season, native plants may cause more detritus. All of these factors influence the time frame and, therefore, the final price for the gardening service.
   
4. Equipment and materials
   Most gardeners will come equipped to perform the usual tasks. However, if there are more specific chores which require individual attention and extra equipment, they may incur additional costs that are not included in the standard rate.
   
5. Number of gardeners
   A team of two or three gardeners will do the job much quicker than a solo professional. Even if the price per hour for one gardener is lower, consider the fact that the service will take longer.
   
6. Season
   During the winter, yards are less likely to require special attention. Spring and summer are the seasons when the gardens “awake” and need special care. The high demand of gardening services in the summer can influence the pricing.

What does the garden maintenance include?

Before booking a gardening service, you need to know what to expect from the professionals. The service could include weeding, hedge trimming, lawn mowing and planting. However, the specialists can also be prepared to deliver additional solutions such as landscaping, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, fence painting and more.

Since gardening service prices depend on quality, materials, labour and time frame, you need to make sure you receive a service that is worth it.

Here is what you can expect from the gardeners of Fantastic Services:

We work with local gardeners who provide excellent service for and boast proven expertise in:

What to look for in a gardener?

There are a couple of things that you need to require from the company you’re going to book service from:

Count on experienced gardener to take care of your green space!

As we already mentioned, gardening maintenance is not an easy job. It requires special training and years of experience. The gardening specialists at Fantastic Services are insured, qualified and ready to assist you.

From planting to hedge trimming and lawn mowing, they cover it all! You can just book your service online, then sit back and relax in your fresh and eye-pleasing garden.

The quality of service is of the utmost priority for our company. The experienced and skilful professionals do not make compromises with their work. They perform garden maintenance with attention to detail, creativity and accuracy.

Takeaways

• Different companies have different prices but also vary in quality standards.
• The cost of garden maintenance depends on multiple factors.
• Typically, the costs vary between £20 and £110 per hour.
• A garden maintenance service requires specific skills and training.

***

Did you find this post helpful? Do you have any further questions? Let us know in the comment section below!