Garden maintenance rental in Exeter
Professional garden maintenance rental services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£160
Typical Duration
1-3 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Regular garden maintenance for your rental property - lawn mowed, borders tidy, property always looking presentable for tenants and viewings.
Keep Your Investment Looking Sharp
Scruffy gardens kill rental applications. First impressions matter - both for viewings and for keeping good tenants happy.
Problem is, not all tenants maintain gardens properly. And vacant properties between lettings can turn into jungles fast in Devon weather.
💡 Pro tip: Regular garden maintenance is cheaper than emergency tidy-ups before viewings. It's also better for the property - neglected gardens cause damp issues and pest problems.
Regular Maintenance vs Emergency Tidy
| ✅ Regular Service | ❌ Reactive Approach |
|---|---|
| Always viewing-ready | Panic tidy before viewings |
| Steady manageable cost | Expensive emergency clearances |
| Prevents problems developing | Deal with overgrown mess |
| Tenants appreciate well-kept garden | Complaints about state of garden |
The difference? Professional management versus constant firefighting.
What's Included
🔧 Regular Garden Maintenance
| Task | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Lawn mowing | Every 2-3 weeks (growing season) |
| Edge trimming | Each visit |
| Border weeding | As needed |
| Hedge trimming | 2-3 times per year |
| Leaf clearing | Autumn visits |
| General tidying | Every visit |
📦 You're Left With
- Lawn neatly mowed and edged
- Borders weeded and tidy
- Paths swept and clear
- Property looking cared for
Pricing Guide
| Garden Size | Typical Time | Per Visit |
|---|---|---|
| Small courtyard/patio | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Average garden | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Larger garden | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Set up regular schedule and save time.
Perfect For Your Property If...
✅ Vacant properties - keep viewing-ready between tenancies
✅ Tenants not maintaining - garden getting scruff y
✅ Multiple properties - systematic maintenance across portfolio
✅ Presentation matters - keeping properties looking their best
Why Choose Us for Garden maintenance rental in Exeter?
Regular garden upkeep scheduled
Property always viewing-ready
Lawn mowed, borders tidy
Tenants and landlords both benefit
What to Expect
Step 1: Initial Assessment
I'll visit to see what state the garden's in and what it needs. If it's been neglected, quote for initial tidy-up plus ongoing maintenance.
Step 2: Set Schedule
Agree how often it needs doing - usually fortnightly in summer, monthly in winter. Set up regular visits you don't need to think about.
Step 3: Regular Service
I'll maintain the agreed schedule, let you know if anything needs attention, keep the garden looking decent year-round.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to manage rental gardens yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Essential kit you'll need
- Decent lawn mower (petrol for larger gardens)
- Strimmer for edges and long grass
- Hedge trimmer for boundaries
- Basic hand tools (fork, spade, secateurs)
- Green waste disposal plan
📋 The efficient maintenance routine
- Mow lawn (don't let it get too long between cuts)
- Strim edges and awkward corners
- Quick weed of visible borders
- Trim any overgrown shrubs or hedges
- Sweep paths and patio
- Clear away green waste
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Letting it get too overgrown (then it's a big job)
- Mowing wet grass (clogs mower, looks messy)
- Not edging lawns (looks scruffy even when mowed)
- Forgetting to check for garden waste in tenancy agreement
💡 Pro trick: If tenants are meant to maintain the garden but aren't bothering, photograph it regularly. Gives you evidence for deposit deductions if it's left in bad state at end of tenancy.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Multiple properties? I can set up regular routes maintaining gardens across your whole portfolio. Same day each week/fortnight, one invoice, all sorted.
Seasonal differences: Growing season (April-October) needs regular mowing. Winter usually just occasional tidying and leaf clearing. Adjust schedule to match.
Tenancy changeovers: If you want garden tidy as part of end-of-tenancy prep, I can coordinate that with cleaning and other work. More efficient than separate visits.
Garden waste disposal: I dispose of green waste properly - either composted or taken to the tip. Part of the service, no extra charges unless it's a major clearance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in regular garden maintenance?
Lawn mowing, edging, weeding borders, hedge trimming as needed, clearing leaves in autumn, general tidying. Keeping the garden presentable rather than major landscaping - just regular upkeep so it always looks decent.
How often do rental gardens need maintaining?
Most rental gardens need mowing every 2-3 weeks in growing season (April-October), monthly or less in winter. Depends on the size and how fast it grows. I'll advise on the right schedule for your property.
Who pays for garden maintenance - landlord or tenant?
Tenancy agreement usually says tenants maintain the garden, but not all tenants bother. Some landlords arrange regular maintenance and pass the cost to tenants, others just factor it into the rent. Your call on how to handle it.
Can you maintain gardens while properties are empty between tenancies?
Yes - that's actually quite common. Property's vacant for a few weeks and the garden goes wild. Regular cuts keep it viewing-ready and prevent it becoming a jungle. Important if viewings are scheduled.
What if the garden's been neglected and needs a major tidy first?
I'll quote separately for getting it back to a manageable state, then give you a price for regular maintenance after that. Sometimes neglected gardens need a few hours' work initially, then regular upkeep is much quicker.
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