Finding a Gardener in Upper Norwood: Bringing in some outside assistance to knock a tired and bedraggled garden back into shape is something many busy people have to do these days, especially after a long and blustery winter. It is tempting to call on the "fellow down the street" who helps out your neighbour, or you could actually bring in a proper Upper Norwood gardener. Generally speaking that "fella down the street" will have very little gardening knowledge, while any self-respecting Upper Norwood gardener be bursting with horticultural expertise.
If you cherish your garden you will want a gardener with some savvy, who appreciates what you have and looks after it correctly. Always be certain to get hold of a local Upper Norwood gardener who can be counted on. Some plants and trees need special care, in which case this is even more important. You shouldn't take any chances, hire the best gardener you can afford.
Routine maintenance is the key with all gardens, whether small or large, with a seemingly endless list of jobs to do. You will need to book in more regular visits by your gardener in the spring and summer as these jobs pile up. You'll not be surprised to learn that the most commonly requested gardening jobs are mowing lawns, weeding, general tidying and trimming hedges. Most decent gardeners in Upper Norwood will tackle other jobs such as garden fencing, cleaning driveways, waste clearance and laying patios.
Gardeners rates vary, but professionals will probably set you back around £20 per hour, with that "chap down the road" accepting perhaps £10 or £12 for the same time period. You should anticipate your gardener needing more time than one hour is he/she is to get your garden looking good again. It's not uncommon for a gardener to request at least two hour minimum visit times. This is understandable when you factor in travelling time, loading/unloading, and waste disposal.
It is not the norm for Upper Norwood gardeners to demand money up front, be very suspicious of anyone who does this. However this could legitimately happen with bigger jobs like landscaping where money for materials is required. Once the work is completed, it's not unusual for the gardener to ask for payment in cash rather than a cheque. Whatever kind of payment you and your gardener agree on, get a receipt to avoid later arguments.
Be clear what your requirements are before the gardener begins work, have a list of jobs that need doing. Any self-respecting gardener will be more than happy to help you get your garden in order, use this help and guidance wisely. Removing and disposing of lawn and hedge clippings isn't always part of the service so make sure that your gardener will do this for you.
Gardening makes you thirsty so keep yours supplied with drinks if you're at home. You can expect your gardener to very much appreciate gestures like this and to repay you with increased output. It is useful to always have a friendly relationship with your gardener, so try to have regular chats with him/her, sharing ideas and opinions. Most gardeners will not however want you standing over them all day nattering.
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You will discover that some Upper Norwood gardeners will be willing to do a certain amount of garden clearance, provided that there is only green waste and there isn't too much involved. A few gardeners in Upper Norwood might even have a "Waste Carriers Licence", which permits them to take larger amounts and different kinds of waste. If the levels of waste are relatively small you may be able to get rid of most of it using your council garden waste bin (if you've got access to one).
You'll most likely have to bring in a licenced garden clearance expert, if like many other householders in Upper Norwood, you've got a garden which is stacked up with all manner of garbage, and not only "green" waste. You could also think about renting a mini-skip if you have a good amount of junk in your garden. This would enable you to get shot of not just garden waste, but perhaps also clear out your shed, your garage and possibly even you loft space.
"Green" waste would usually be considered as items like: turf, shrubs, pruned branches, twigs, weeds, logs, sawdust, hedge clippings, lawn trimmings and topsoil.
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