Costs & Guides

Do you want to know how much it will cost to clear your garden and remove your trash?

We’ll look at the average expenses of garden garbage collection in this guide.

Continue reading to learn more!

How Much Does Garden Clearance and Waste Removal Cost?

Garden waste removal might cost anything between £70 and £200. The cost, on the other hand, will be determined mostly by the size of your garden and the amount of rubbish that needs to be removed.

Green garbage removal is predicted to cost between £100 and £150. The same can be stated for brown garbage removal.

The cost of collecting soil rubbish is roughly £0.15 per kg.

You should budget for the following charges when it comes to soil garden waste disposal:

• 50kg of waste – £7 – £10
• 100kg of waste – £15 – £20
• 250kg of waste – £37.50
• 500kg of waste – £75 – £80
• 1000kg of waste – £150 – £200
• 1500kg of waste – £225 – £250

Garden Waste Removal Prices

Garden trash can be removed in a variety of ways, including:

Hire a Skip

Renting a skip and then filling it with waste is one option. Depending on the size of the skip required, the cost of hiring a skip ranges from £70 to £450.

You can work at your own pace and, if necessary, dispose of additional trash at the same time.

The cost will be determined by the skip’s size. The table below shows the average expenses of various skip sizes.

Skip SIze	Cost
2 yards	£70 – £100
3 yards	£75 – £110
4 yards	£100 – £260
6 yards	£120 – £275
8 yards	£160 – £370
10 yards	£180 – £400
12 yards	£220 – £440
14 yards	£230 – £450

If you have a small amount of garden garbage to dispose of on a regular basis, ask if your local council has a garden waste collection service. These are either free or cost £150 to £200 a year.

You will be allowed a specified amount of time to use a skip when you hire one. If you need it for a longer amount of time, you will have to pay more. Renting your skip for a shorter period of time, on the other hand, can often save you money. It’s a good idea to talk to the skip rental company about it.

The cost of garden clearance and garbage collection is influenced by a number of factors, including your location. If you live on a bustling industrial estate, for example, your expenses may be cheaper than if you reside in a quieter neighbourhood.

Manchester’s average cost is about 10% to 12% less than the national average. Similarly, Liverpool’s pricing are much lower than the national norm, with hiring rates over 20% lower than the national average. The cost of hiring a skip in Glasgow is between 10% and 20% less than the national average.

In contrast, the southeast of the United Kingdom has greater rates than the rest of the country. London’s cost of living is about 12-17 percent more than the national average. As a result, hiring a skip in London is more expensive.

Cost of Removal by Volume

The type of waste may also influence the cost, as anything that requires specialised treatment, transportation, or disposal is more costly to manage. As a result, you’ll be charged according to the amount of trash that needs to be hauled away.

Garden trash removal costs are sometimes determined based on the volume of waste, as this may necessitate multiple trips or a larger van.

When using waste removal firms that charge by volume, keep the following charges in mind:

Amount of Van Space	Volume (M3)	Cost
One sixteenth	0.75	£45 – £55
One eighth	1.5	£70 – £80
One quarter	3	£90 – £100
Three-eighths	4.5	£120 – £130
One half	6	£140 – £150
Five-eighths	7.5	£165 – £175
Three quarters	9	£200 – £210
Seven eighths	10.5	£220 – £230
Full	12	£240 – £250

Cost of Removal based on Weight

Some yard waste removal firms may charge based on the weight of the waste. If you have a large amount of trash to dispose of and can consolidate services, your costs per tonne can be decreased.

As a result, when you hire a company to collect your waste, you will be charged by the weight of the heavy items, such as mud and bricks.

The following table shows the average costs of heavy trash disposal:

Weight	Cost
100 KG	£14 – £16
500 KG	£70 – £80
1 tonne	£140 – £160
1.5 tonne	£210 – £240
2 tonne	£280 – £320

What are the Supply Costs of Garden Waste Removal and Clearance?

Depending on the size of the operation and how much trash you need to clear from your garden, you might save anywhere from £30 to £200 if we exclude the cost of labour.

If you have a lot of yard waste to dispose of, you’ll most likely need to hire a skip, which will cost the same as the prices shown above.

The price of a leaf blower can range from £50 to £100. Expect to spend between £50 and £500 on a new lawnmower, though some can cost as much as £1000.

A hand trowel will cost between £5 and £10, a pruner between £10 and £230, and a hedge trimmer between £30 and £60.

The entire cost of garden garbage disposal, whether done by hand or by professionals, is influenced not only by the type of waste, but also by the size of the garden and accessibility.

The expenses of supplies, excluding labour, are listed in the table below.

Supply	Cost
Leaf Blower	£50 – £100
Lawn Mower	£50 – £1000
Hand Trowel	£5 – £10
Pruner	£10 – £230
Hedge Trimmer	£30 – £60

What are the Additional Costs of Removing Garden Waste?

When it comes to garbage collection fees, there are a few factors that can increase the cost.

It’s also a good idea to consider other projects you can do at the same time, as they’ll almost certainly result in more garden detritus. As a result, it would be significantly more cost-effective to combine many jobs.

Here are a few of the most common jobs to think about:

Landscaping

You should consider the cost of landscaping garden jobs if you want to improve the appearance of your outside.

Landscaping includes turfing, which costs between £150 and £850, decking, which costs between £1000 and £9000, and fencing, which costs between £500 and £1000.

Garden walls, which cost between £920 and £1900, and shelters, which cost between £700 and £1000, can also be built by landscapers. Gardening services, such as tree and hedge cutting, are also available, with prices ranging from £90 to £330.

Landscapers charge between £100 and £180 per day for larger projects, or between £8 and £15 per hour for smaller ones. Landscapers charge varying rates for different jobs. Turfing, for example, costs around £30 to £40 per square metre in labour.

The cost of landscaping is also dictated by the duration, as the longer landscapers work on a job, the higher the cost. Turfing a modest 10 square metre garden takes 4 to 8 hours, while a shed larger than 100 square metres might take up to 3 days.

Installing eight fence panels for a new fence should take one to two days, but any more than that could take up to five days.

Hedge Removal

A small hedge can set you back between £100 and £170, while a medium to large hedge would set you back between £225 and £425 to remove. A 10-metre hedge costs roughly £125 to £175, a 20-metre hedge costs £175 to £225, a 30-metre hedge costs £225 to £275, and a 40-metre hedge costs £275 to £325. Trimming a 10-meter hedge costs between £150 and £200, £200 to £250 for a 20-meter hedge, £250 to £300 for a 30-meter hedge, and £300 to £350 for a 40-meter hedge.

Costs can vary substantially depending on the size and type of hedge, the number of tradespeople on the job, ease of access, and whether the contractor(s)/company charges by the hour or by the metre. Hedge trimming and pruning are more likely to be included in this category.

Your location is also a key cost factor. Laborers in different parts of the country, particularly the southeast and London, charge higher rates. Contractors in Scotland, the north of England, and Northern Ireland, on the other hand, are more likely to offer lower prices.

The majority of hedge maintenance tasks do not necessitate the use of supplies. Labor costs typically vary from £40 to £70.

Hedge maintenance ranges from £20 to £40 per hour, or £2.50 to £5 per metre. Accessibility, the number of hedge cutters hired, the time it takes to complete the job, and whether or not any additional work is required before or after are all factors that can affect the labour cost of hedge maintenance operations.

As previously indicated, the length of the project has a significant impact on labour costs and hence on the overall cost of such work. On average, it takes half a day to a day to remove a small hedge. A medium to large hedge, on the other hand, will take anything from three-quarters to two days to clear.

Laying Turf

Ground preparation, such as removing an old grass and treating the area with weed killer, may be required before the new turf can be installed. They should also check the depth of the topsoil, which must be at least 100mm before fresh turf may be installed. The earth should next be loosened, compacted, and levelled to ensure that it is completely smooth.

After the turf has been prepared, it can be laid out in a straight line. To create a brickwork look, the turf will be staggered row by row.

Once it’s all spread out, they’ll rake the edges, and any obvious fissures or exposed turf should be filled in with light dirt. To ensure that everything looks as it should, the lawn’s edges should be cut to the exact size and form you desire.

The cost of dwarf ryegrass turf is expected to range between £2 and £7 per square metre. Expect to pay between £3 and £6 per m2 for creeping red fescue lawn. The cost of annual meadow grass turf varies between £10 and £20 per m2, with the specific price dependent on the product.

A tradesperson can put turf in anywhere from 4 hours to 3 days. The amount of time it takes is determined by the size of your garden and the amount of grass that needs to be installed. How long it takes to put turf in your garden is determined by the quality of your garden and its accessibility.

Fence Installation Cost

If your existing fences are falling apart or you want to improve the privacy of your property, you should consider the cost of fence panels and posts.

The price of putting up a garden fence is determined by the size and type of fence panels you choose. As a result, a 4-foot fence costs between £550 and £1,100, while a 6-foot fence costs between £700 and £1,700.

A fence installer’s average daily rate for a 36-foot fence installation is between £300 and £400. For fencing that is around 200 feet long, expect to pay around £750 to £1200 in labour. Some fence companies charge an hourly cost of £7 to £15.

The time it takes to install new fences also influences the cost of a fence replacement. The size of the fence and the materials used will influence how long it will take to complete. For example, a 36-foot fence system with or without posts should take about one day to erect, whereas a 200-foot fence could take two to three days.

Tradesmen Costs for Garden Waste Removal

Although most gardeners charge by the hour, it’s difficult to determine the cost of garden work. Hourly rates for general cleaning can range from £15 to £20 per hour, with hedge trimming expenses ranging from £90 to £120 per hour.

Gardener labour costs are also influenced by the location and size of the company you hire; for example, major organisations in the north of England charge around £30 – £35 per hour, whilst a medium-sized garden maintenance company can charge around £45 – £50 per hour.

The cost of a task is determined by how long it takes to execute it. Small gardens, for example, can take anywhere from 3 to 6 hours to complete, but large gardens can take up to 2 days to complete. The table below shows the average cost vs the job’s duration.

How Long Does It Take to Clear Garden Waste?

The cost of a task is determined by how long it takes to execute it. Small gardens, for example, can take anywhere from 3 to 6 hours to complete, but large gardens can take up to 2 days to complete.

Diverse jobs will necessitate varying amounts of time. The table below indicates how long it takes to get rid of yard garbage.

Weight of waste	Duration
50 kg	5-10 minutes
100 kg	15-20 minutes
250 kg	25-30 minutes
300 kg	35-40 minutes
500 kg	45-50 minutes
600 kg	55-60 minutes
750 kg	65-70 minutes
800 kg	75-80 minutes
1 tonne	85-90 minutes

Types of Garden Waste Removal

If all of the trash in your garden is garden waste or garbage generated by gardening, your costs will be minimal. If you have other items in your garden to dispose of, such as old flowerpots, damaged furniture, or outbuildings, the charge will be more. Because soil is heavy and difficult to move, you’ll have to pay more to get rid of it.

Here are a few rubbish removal services to consider.

Recycling

Because it helps to safeguard the environment, recycling is one of the most environmentally beneficial methods of disposal. Metals, PVC, PP, LDPE, glass, and a wide range of other materials are all recyclable.

Recycling diverts waste from landfills and aquatic environments by turning trash into useful components. Many organisations and municipalities have made recycling straightforward by employing labels that indicate whether or not a product is recyclable.

The best thing about this garbage disposal method is that it is both economical and environmentally friendly. It saves the government money on trash collection, employs thousands of people, and has the potential to generate a lot of revenue. To make money from recycling, simply deliver recyclable materials to the nearest recycling centre.

Pros:

Cost-effective
It’s simple to do and it’s good for the environment.

Cons:

None

Animal Feed

Your pet can serve as a highly effective waste disposal system. Rabbits and hamsters, for example, will happily consume any crumbs you provide. Dogs, on the other hand, will eat a wide range of food scraps, including large meat bones. If you have pets, make sure the food you have left is suitable for them.

Pigs, because they consume nearly anything, are the most efficient food waste disposal agents. Animals are often effective at reducing the amount of food waste created by a family. It is not necessary for the animals to be yours. Simply locate someone who has cattle and devise a waste disposal strategy with them.

Pros:

Environmentally friendly, produces less waste, and is inexpensive.

Cons:

It takes some time.

Biological Reprocessing

One of the most efficient ways to deal with various sorts of organic waste is to use this method. Any garden can benefit from shredded paper, onion peels, fruit rinds, and other organic waste as compost or mulch. The only commodities that can be processed with biological reprocessing are paper, food, and plant products.

Waste can be composted in a variety of ways. The procedure used to break down food or paper waste depends on the final usage, whether it’s for industrial products or residential piles. In addition to composting or mulching, biological reprocessing can provide waste gas for energy production.

Pros:

Effective

Eco-friendly
It improves the soil’s structure.

Cons:

None

Incineration

Waste materials are thrown onto a mound and subsequently burned in this method of waste disposal. This type of garbage disposal is also known as thermal treatment. Incineration can be done on a large or small scale, and it can be used to eliminate a wide range of wastes.

Most countries with limited land favour the incineration method. The energy generated by burning waste products can be used to generate heat, electricity, or steam. One drawback of this kind of disposal is that it may damage the environment.

Pros:
Easy to do
Cons:
Not good for climate change

Landfill

It’s one of the world’s most widely utilised waste disposal systems. Gathering, transporting, depositing, and burying waste on a specific piece of land are all part of the process.

Authorities work hard to ensure that each landfill’s design is sanitary and efficient in terms of land use. Nonetheless, in many societies, landfills constitute a substantial source of health and environmental issues.

For starters, the gas generated by these landfills is always hazardous. Without a doubt, the other four disposal alternatives are preferable to landfills.

Pros:

The most prevalent.

Cons:

Dangerous

FAQs

Q: Is it possible to pay for garden waste pickup on a monthly basis?
A: Yes, it is fairly typical to be able to pay for garden garbage on a monthly basis. Most firms will allow you to pay them once a month to come out and take care of your garden.

Q: Do local councils offer garden cleaning services?
A: Garden maintenance aid from the local government may be available to the elderly, disabled, or vulnerable. It’s only available if you’re physically unable of doing the duty and don’t have any other family or friends who can help. It’s possible that the service will be charged.

Q: What are the advantages of removing garden waste?
A: Any form of yard waste could be hazardous. Cuts and scratches are typical as a result of having piles of yard trash laying about. Its elimination will make your home safer and more fun to live in.

Having a garden that you can’t use is meaningless. If the trash is gone, it will look better and be more enjoyable to use. Getting rid of rubbish will also keep mice and rats away.

Q: Do local tips take garden waste?
A: Some cities provide a garden waste bin that is collected as part of their home waste collection service. If you don’t have this type of service or if your container is full, garden rubbish can be recycled at your local Household Waste Recycling Centre.

Q: Can I put anything in my garden waste bin?
A: You can normally only put garbage in these dumpsters that is the result of gardening. Examples include grass clippings, leaves, hedge trimmings, and weeds. Check with your local municipality to be sure, as information differs depending on where you live.

Q: When is the best time to burn garden waste?
A: There are no laws governing bonfires. One can be consumed at any time of year or day. It is considered courteous to have bonfires that are blazing no later than nightfall, save on Bonfire Night.

The existing guidelines make it illegal to burn any rubbish that may pollute the environment or harm people’s health. The only thing you should burn is plant-based garden debris.

Q: Can you use composting for garden waste removal?
A: If your garbage is solely green, you may be able to keep it while it composts. This is a fantastic way to dispose of waste in an environmentally acceptable manner while simultaneously giving soil and plant fertiliser.

If you don’t have a lot of space, but you have, and you have the patience to wait (composting can take a year or more), it’s worth considering.

Q: Is the upkeep of the garden the responsibility of the landlord?
A: Garden upkeep responsibilities in rental homes are usually specified by the tenancy agreement’s terms.

Some landlords may include this service in the lease, meaning that they are responsible for garden maintenance on a regular basis, while others may not. As a result, it is the tenant’s obligation to maintain their garden, including hiring a gardener if necessary.

Q: How much does regular garden maintenance cost?
A: Garden upkeep prices vary so much that it’s difficult to give a definite figure. Instead, most gardeners will charge by the hour. In London, however, this fee may be as low as £15 per hour or as high as £50 per hour.

Furthermore, most gardeners have a two-hour minimum payment requirement. For larger jobs, gardeners will gladly provide a fixed charge rather than an hourly rate.

Q: How do I hire a gardener to assist with maintainance?
A: Seek out suggestions for reputable gardeners from local horticultural institutions, garden centres, and nurseries. The Gardeners Guild is the best professional organisation representing garden maintenance gardeners, and word of mouth is widely used to recommend garden maintenance gardeners.

Gardeners must demonstrate that they have at least one horticultural qualification at Level 2 or higher before joining the Guild.