Garden tidy rental in Exeter
Professional garden tidy rental services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£85-£210
Typical Duration
1.5-4 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Garden tidied and made presentable - overgrown areas cut back, lawn mowed, paths cleared. Property viewing-ready fast.
From Jungle to Viewing-Ready
Tenants move out and the garden's a state. Or it's been vacant for a month and nature's taken over. Either way, you've got viewings booked and need it looking decent.
A scruffy garden kills rental applications. Simple as that.
💡 Pro tip: Exeter's rental market is competitive. Properties with tidy gardens let faster and for better rent. £100 spent on garden tidy saves weeks of void period.
The Garden Tidy
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Quick Bodge |
|---|---|
| Lawn properly mowed and edged | Quick strim that looks rough |
| Borders weeded and cleared | Weeds just strimmed down |
| Paths swept and clear | Trip hazards left |
| Green waste removed properly | Dumped in corner or left bagged |
The difference? Professional finish versus obviously rushed job.
What Gets Done
🔧 Typical Garden Tidy Tasks
| Area | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Lawn | Mowed properly, edges strimmed neat, grass clippings cleared |
| Borders | Weeded, dead plants removed, overgrown shrubs cut back |
| Paths/patio | Swept clean, weeds removed from cracks |
| Hedges | Trimmed if overgrown and affecting presentation |
| Rubbish | Any garden waste or tenant-left junk cleared |
| General | Property presented as well-maintained |
📦 You're Left With
- Lawn looking tidy and cared for
- Borders neat and presentable
- Paths clear and safe
- Garden waste removed
- Viewing-ready property
Pricing Guide
| Garden State | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Just needs a good mow | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Overgrown, needs proper tidy | 2-3 hrs | £110-£160 |
| Badly neglected, major clear-up | 3-4 hrs | £160-£210 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Seriously jungle gardens might need more - I'll quote honestly.
Perfect For Your Property If...
✅ End of tenancy - garden left in poor state
✅ Vacant property - grown wild between tenants
✅ Pre-viewing prep - need it presentable fast
✅ Emergency tidy - viewings booked, garden's a mess
Why Choose Us for Garden tidy rental in Exeter?
Overgrown gardens made presentable fast
Lawn mowed, borders cleared, paths swept
Property viewing-ready quickly
One-off tidy or regular service available
What to Expect
Step 1: Quick Assessment
I'll look at photos or visit to see what state it's in. Give you honest estimate of time needed and what's realistic to achieve.
Step 2: Tidy Up
Systematic work through the garden - lawn, borders, paths, hedges. Focus on what makes the biggest visual impact for viewings.
Step 3: Clear Away
Remove all green waste properly. Leave the garden looking cared for and the property viewing-ready.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to tackle rental garden tidying yourself? Here's how:
🔧 Essential kit you'll need
- Lawn mower (hire if you don't own one)
- Strimmer for edges and rough areas
- Hedge trimmer or long-handled shears
- Garden fork, spade, rake
- Bags or van for green waste disposal
📋 The efficient tidy routine
- Clear any obvious rubbish first
- Strim down really long grass areas first
- Mow the lawn properly (might need multiple passes if very long)
- Edge the lawn with strimmer
- Quick weed of borders, cut back worst overgrowth
- Sweep paths and patio
- Dispose of all green waste legally
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Trying to mow grass that's too long (stalls mower)
- Not sharpening mower blades (tears grass, looks bad)
- Forgetting to check for hidden obstacles in long grass
- Underestimating time needed (ruins your weekend)
💡 Pro trick: If grass is really overgrown, strim it down first with strimmer on highest setting. Let it sit for a day, then mow properly. Easier than trying to force mower through jungle.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Full property turnaround? I can coordinate garden tidy as part of complete end-of-tenancy preparation - cleaning, repairs, decorating, garden, everything. More efficient than separate visits.
Regular maintenance after? Once we've got it tidy, you might want to set up regular maintenance to keep it that way. Often cheaper than repeated emergency tidy-ups between tenancies.
Badly neglected gardens: Sometimes gardens need more than one visit to get them properly sorted. I'll be honest about what's realistic - might need initial clearance then a follow-up tidy.
Best time to book: Early in the week for weekend viewings. Or as soon as tenants give notice if you know the garden's been neglected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's included in a garden tidy?
Lawn mowed, edges strimmed, borders weeded, paths cleared, any overgrown shrubs cut back, rubbish cleared away, green waste disposed of properly. Basically getting the garden from scruffy to presentable - not a full landscaping job, just making it look cared for.
How bad does the garden need to be for this service?
Anything from 'needs a good mow' to 'hasn't been touched in months and looks like a jungle'. I'll be honest after seeing photos - sometimes badly neglected gardens need more than one visit, but most rental gardens just need a solid few hours' work.
Can you do it same-day if I've got viewings booked?
I'll do my best to fit urgent jobs in, especially if viewings are scheduled. Call as early as possible and I'll see what I can do. If the garden's really overgrown though, it might not be practical to get it perfect in a few hours - I'll be straight with you.
What happens to all the green waste?
I dispose of it properly - either composted or taken to the tip with my waste carrier license. Part of the service, included in the price. You won't have massive piles of cuttings left on the property.
Is this a one-off or can you set up regular maintenance?
Either or both. Some landlords want a one-off tidy between tenancies, others want regular maintenance to keep on top of it. We can do initial tidy then set up fortnightly/monthly visits if you want - usually works out cheaper than repeated one-offs.
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