Autumn Garden Clearance Checklist — Getting Ready for Winter in Scotland
Your Checklist
- Clear fallen leaves from lawns, paths, and patios
- Cut back overgrown shrubs and hedges
- Remove dead plants and annual bedding
- Clear gutters and drains
- Store or dispose of old garden furniture
- Check and repair fencing
- Clear and organise the shed
- Remove broken pots (they shatter in frost)
Garden Waste Options
- Council green bin: Collected fortnightly, stops in winter
- Council recycling centre: Free for car-boot quantities
- Composting: Leaves and soft prunings make excellent compost
- Professional collection: We load everything and take it away
When to Call Professionals
When the garden is too overgrown, volumes exceed your green bin, you need heavy items removed (sheds, concrete, slabs), or you are preparing a property for sale.
Costs
| Job | Cost |
|---|---|
| Green waste (quarter van) | £80–£130 |
| Green waste (half van) | £130–£200 |
| Full garden clearance | £200–£400 |
Book Clearance
WhatsApp photos to 07951 488152. Same-day and next-day available.
