Garden & Clearance

Garden Clearance: DIY or Professional? What Really Affects the Price

Garden clearance is one of those jobs that always looks smaller than it actually is.

A bit of ivy, some overgrown bushes, maybe an old fence panel or two…

Then you start pulling, cutting, lifting and suddenly the garden is full of waste, green bins are overflowing, and your back is questioning your life choices.

This guide explains when garden clearance can realistically be DIY and when hiring a professional saves you time, money, and stress.

Quick decision: DIY or professional garden clearance?

DIY garden clearance is usually fine if:

-It’s light overgrowth

-You only have a small amount of waste

-You already have the right tools

-You have access to a tip or green waste collection

-You’re happy to do multiple trips

Professional garden clearance is usually better if:

-The garden hasn’t been cleared in years

-Ivy is covering fences, walls, or structures

-There are heavy bushes, roots, or tree waste

-Old fencing, sheds, or rubbish need removing

-You want everything cleared in one go

-You don’t want to deal with waste disposal

If you’re already wondering “where will I put all this?”, that’s usually your answer.

The most common DIY garden clearance problems

These are the issues people usually run into:

-Underestimating how much waste there actually is

-No way to legally dispose of green waste

-Hidden rubbish under overgrowth

-Ivy damaging fences or brickwork when pulled incorrectly

-Roots left behind that grow back

-Jobs taking days instead of hours

Garden clearance isn’t just cutting, it’s removal, loading, and disposal.

Why professional garden clearance is different

Professional garden clearance is about control and efficiency, not just brute force.

A proper clearance usually includes:

-Assessing what needs removing (and what doesn’t)

-Cutting and removing vegetation safely

-Dealing with ivy without damaging fences or walls

-Lifting and loading all waste

-Leaving the garden clear, tidy, and usable

-Disposing of waste responsibly

This is why a professional clearance often looks dramatic, because it’s done properly, not halfway.

What affects the cost of garden clearance?

Garden clearance prices vary because no two gardens are the same.

The main factors are:

-Size of the garden

-Amount and type of overgrowth

-Ivy, brambles, or thorny plants

-Access for waste removal

-Weight and volume of waste

-Any fencing, sheds, or structures involved

Very cheap quotes usually don’t include full waste removal, which is where costs appear later.

Can garden clearance be done before selling or renting a property?

Absolutely! and it’s often one of the best value improvements you can make.

A cleared garden:

-makes properties look larger

-improves first impressions

-reduces maintenance concerns for buyers or tenants

-helps photos look cleaner and brighter

It’s especially effective for end-of-tenancy, landlords, and property sales.

DIY vs professional garden clearance: the honest answer

If it’s light work and you have time, DIY can be fine.

If you want:

-everything cleared quickly

-no mess left behind

-no waste to deal with

-and a garden you can actually use again

then professional garden clearance is usually the smarter choice.

Need garden clearance?

I provide professional garden clearance services, including ivy removal, overgrown gardens, fence-line clearing, and waste removal.

You can:

Send photos on WhatsApp for a quick assessment

Book a visit or quote

Schedule an appointment at a time that suits you

Sometimes the hardest part of garden work is starting, I’ll take care of that.