A garden you can enjoy, all year round. Regular care, seasonal tidy-ups and a little expert attention. A free visit lets a local installer understand your priorities, check practical details and recommend a specification that suits both the garden and your budget. You will receive a fixed written quote for the agreed scope, with no obligation to go ahead.
Regular visits that suit the garden
The right maintenance plan starts with the actual garden rather than a standard list of jobs. A lawn-heavy plot needs a different routine from mature shrubs and planted beds. Agree visit frequency, seasonal tasks and what happens in unsuitable weather. Regular care can include lawn mowing, border attention and hedge trimming, with adjustments as growth changes through the year. Explain whether you prefer a neatly managed finish or a softer, wildlife-friendly approach. Useful access, somewhere safe for equipment and arrangements for garden waste should be discussed before the first visit.
One-off tidy-ups and seasonal cutbacks
An overgrown garden is easier to tackle with a clear order of work. Start by identifying plants worth keeping and any damaged fences, unstable paving or hidden hazards. A one-off tidy can address long grass, weeds and manageable hedge growth, while seasonal cutbacks should suit the plants rather than be carried out indiscriminately. Nesting birds and other wildlife need consideration before hedge work. A neglected space may need more than one visit. Ask for the scope of the tidy-up to be written down so you know whether waste removal and follow-up care are included.
Lawn care and hedge trimming
Scottish lawns can stay soft and waterlogged after sustained rain. Cutting at the right height and avoiding unsuitable ground conditions helps protect the turf. Bare areas, compacted soil and persistent moss may need a more specific approach than simply mowing more often. Hedge trimming should preserve the intended shape while considering the plant’s growth habits and the time of year. Keep boundary access and sightlines in mind. For large or unusually high hedges, ask whether specialist equipment is needed and ensure that work is priced separately from routine low-level maintenance.
Looking after decks, fences and patios
Outdoor surfaces benefit from gentle, appropriate cleaning rather than automatically using the most powerful jet-wash setting. Timber decking needs leaves and algae removed, followed by a suitable oil or stain when conditions allow; a 2–3 year re-oiling cycle is a useful guide. Composite needs occasional washing, not oiling. Fence treatment can help preserve the finish of suitable timber, but treatment cannot repair structural rot. Patio cleaning should suit the stone or slab type and should not damage joints. An installer can identify when maintenance is enough and when a repair is the safer choice.
Plans, guttering and clear costs
Ongoing maintenance plans should explain the usual visit length, tasks, seasonal adjustments and any extras. Hourly rates are a guide rather than a guarantee of the total cost: access, the condition of the garden and waste volumes all affect the work. Guttering installations can be discussed as a separate job, with suitable safe access and clear scope. If maintenance uncovers rotten decking, loose posts or drainage problems, ask for a separate written repair quote before work goes ahead. A tidy, cared-for garden is the goal, but every additional service should be agreed rather than assumed.
What’s included
Your exact specification is agreed with the installer. The written quotation should make the following elements clear, along with any extras, removal and waste arrangements.
- Agreed tasks and visit frequency
- Lawn care and hedge trimming as needed
- Seasonal cutbacks and one-off tidy-ups
- Surface cleaning and timber treatment by agreement
Guide prices
Guide prices for Glasgow & East Dunbartonshire, 2026. These are typical ranges only; your fixed written price comes after a free site visit. Prices depend on size, access, ground conditions, height and materials.
| Work / material | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Hourly rate | £25–£40 per hour |
| Regular maintenance visit | £50–£100 per visit |
| One-off garden tidy | From £150 |
Discuss the whole project
If the work involves more than one part of the garden, tell the installer at the first visit. Fencing, paving, garden design and decking often need to be planned together so access and drainage still work. Ask about product care, insurance and workmanship terms before accepting the quote. Partners carry out and are responsible for their own installation work.