Hedge cutting in Kirkcaldy

Regular trimming keeps your garden looking its best throughout the year. Most hedges stay healthy with one or two professional cuts annually.

• Cut deciduous hedges in late winter before new leaves appear.
• Trim evergreen varieties in spring or late summer months.
• Check for nesting birds between March and August every year.
• Act quickly if branches block public paths or road signs.
• Tackle fast growing shrubs like Leylandii more often for control.

Your professional will arrive with powerful trimmers, safety gear and ladders. They start by checking the hedge for hidden bird nests or wildlife.

• Experts use string lines to get a perfectly straight finish.
• Tall hedges might require special platforms for safe working height.
• Most pros include waste removal and green recycling in prices.
• The team will sweep up all leaves and small twigs.
• As a guide, expect to pay around £150 to £400.
• Ask your professional for a firm price for your garden.

A well kept hedge provides privacy and acts as a natural noise barrier. Keeping it tidy prevents disputes and keeps your property looking valuable.

• Neater gardens improve the look of your whole street.
• Clear paths make walking safer for you and your neighbours.
• Regular trimming prevents the hedge from becoming a huge task.
• Proper maintenance keeps the plants thick and full of life.
• Tidy boundaries help show where your private property starts.

It is important to understand who is responsible for garden maintenance. Landlords and tenants should check their agreements to see who looks after the hedges.

• Councils can act if hedges are over two metres tall.
• You can trim overhanging branches back to your boundary line.
• Always offer trimmings back to your neighbour as they own them.
• Never cut so far back that you kill the plant.
• Some conifers will not grow back if cut into old wood.
• Check for local tree protection orders before you start cutting.