Garden waste bagging in Exeter
Professional garden waste bagging services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Garden waste properly bagged up and ready for council collection. The heavy, messy work done for you.
The Pile Of Doom In Your Garden
You did the fun bit - cutting back the shrubs, clearing the borders, pruning the hedge. Or maybe your gardener did it and left you with a massive pile of green waste sitting there.
Now you're looking at it thinking "I need to bag all that up." But:
- Those bags are heavy when full
- It's awkward and messy
- Your back already hurts from the clearing
- The bags keep splitting
- You've run out and need more
So the pile sits there, getting bigger, getting in the way.
💡 Pro tip: Don't overfill bags - council won't take them if they're too heavy to lift, and you'll hurt yourself trying. Two-thirds full is the sweet spot.
Why Proper Bagging Matters
It's not just shoving it in bags. Here's what makes the difference:
| ✅ Done Properly | ❌ Rushed Bagging |
|---|---|
| Bags filled but not too heavy | Overstuffed, impossible to lift |
| Woody bits broken down to fit | Long branches sticking out |
| Positioned for easy collection | Dumped wherever |
| Bag strength checked | Splits when lifted |
The problem? Bags that are too heavy don't get collected. Bags that split make more mess. Waste left badly bagged sits there for weeks.
Pricing
| Amount of Waste | Time Needed | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 bags worth | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| 4-6 bags worth | 1 hr | £60 |
| 7-10 bags worth | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Larger volumes | 2+ hrs | £110+ |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Bag supply additional if needed - typically £5-10 for pack of bags.
What's Involved
🌿 The Process
- Assess the pile - see what we're dealing with
- Break down big bits - woody stuff snapped to fit
- Fill bags systematically - heavy enough to be worth it, light enough to lift
- Position for collection - wherever council collects from
- Clear up - pick up stray bits, leave it tidy
✅ You get:
- All waste bagged and ready to go
- Positioned for easy collection
- Your back and knees intact
- Garden clear again
Perfect for These Situations
✅ After heavy clearing - loads of waste to deal with
✅ Physical limitations - can't manage the lifting/bending
✅ Run out of steam - did the cutting, can't face the bagging
✅ Regular maintenance - monthly/seasonal clear-up help
✅ Before collection day - deadline looming, pile still there
Why Choose Us for Garden waste bagging in Exeter?
Waste properly bagged and ready
Heavy lifting done for you
Positioned for easy collection
Saves your back and time
What to Expect
Step 1: Survey the Pile
I'll look at what needs bagging, estimate how many bags we need, confirm you've got enough (or need me to bring more).
Step 2: Systematic Bagging
Work through the pile methodically - breaking down anything too big, filling bags to a sensible weight, keeping everything contained.
Step 3: Position & Tidy
Bags positioned wherever your collection point is, any stray bits picked up, area left clean.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to bag garden waste yourself? Here's how to do it without breaking yourself:
🔧 What you need
- Proper garden waste bags (not general rubble bags)
- Thick gloves (thorns, splinters)
- Secateurs or loppers for breaking down woody bits
- Someone to hold bags open (makes it SO much easier)
📋 Efficient bagging method
- Set up an assembly line - pile, bagging area, collection point
- Break down all the big stuff first
- Hold bag open (or get helper to) and pack systematically
- Fill to 2/3 full maximum
- Don't mix heavy woody bits with light leafy stuff
🌿 Making bags manageable
- Leaves and soft clippings: can fill more
- Woody prunings: less full or bags get too heavy
- Hedge clippings: break down small, compress as you pack
- Thorny stuff: bag carefully, don't overfill
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Overfilling bags so they're impossible to lift
- Leaving long branches sticking out
- Not checking bag strength before filling
- Forgetting gloves with thorny material
💡 Pro trick: If you've got really woody stuff, jump on it first to break it down (once cut to length). Much easier than trying to snap thick branches by hand, and compresses it down significantly.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🍂 Council schedules: Most councils collect fortnightly. If you've got more than 2-3 bags, you might need multiple collection weeks. Plan accordingly.
Brown bin full? Many councils offer garden waste bins as well as bags. If you generate a lot of waste regularly, the bin might be worth getting.
Not council collection? If you're using a private collection or want waste removed immediately, I can load it in my van and dispose of it - just discuss when booking.
Regular garden work: If I'm doing regular garden maintenance for you, bagging can be part of that service rather than a separate callout.
Timing matters: Don't wait until the night before collection day to realize you need help bagging. Give yourself (or me) time to get it sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you supply the bags or do I need to provide them?
I can bring proper garden waste bags if you need them (added to the cost), or use your council-supplied brown bin, or use bags you've already got. Whatever works for your council's collection system.
Can you bag up waste I've already cut/cleared or do you do the clearing too?
Either or both. This service is specifically bagging up stuff that's already cut or cleared into piles. If you also need help with the actual clearing, cutting, or pruning, that's additional work we can discuss.
What if I've got way more waste than will fit in bags?
Then we need to discuss options - multiple collection weeks, hiring a skip, or me taking it away in my van. I'll advise what makes most sense for the volume you've got.
Do you put the bags out on collection day or just prepare them?
I'll get them bagged and position them where they need to go for collection. If your collection day is while I'm there, great. If not, they'll be ready for you (or me on a return visit) to put out.
Can you help if I can't lift the full bags?
Absolutely - that's often exactly why people need this service. I'll bag it up and position everything where you need it. If you need bags put out weekly for collection, we can discuss a regular arrangement.
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