Garden Clearance Guide

If you are planning to do a garden makeover or just having a general tidy up then this guide may help you save time and money. Any sort of garden maintenance can be hard work and very time consuming if you don’t plan it out first. Here are a few handy tips to help get you started.

Separate Out Garden Materials

Most garden waste material is recyclable which is a good thing. Green waste consists of branches, Leaves, grass, weeds and small twigs. Other material such as soil, plant pots, Bricks and stones are classed as mixed waste. If you have lots of green waste it can be cheaper to dispose of it in bulk so always keep your materials separate if possible.

Wooden Materials

Anything in your garden that’s made of wood such as the shed, fence or the decking is also recyclable. It is usually cheaper if you can dismantle your old shed, fence or decking because then obviously you will save on labor costs. Most wood ends up as biomass when it gets recycled which is great for the environment so make sure you use a reputable waste disposal company who recycles.

Reducing The Volume Of Waste

Waste clearance companies charge on the amount of waste taken so you can help by condensing the waste down as much as you can. For example when you cut down big tree branches try and cut them down into smaller bits which in turn will take up much less room on the vehicle. Also try to bag up any loose soil or brick to make it easier to move when the time comes to dispose of it.

Bonfires & Composting

Creating your own composting area is a good way of saving money on the disposal of garden waste. You can compost leaves, tree bark, grass cuttings and many more things. It is also very environmentally friendly and you end up with rich compost that is full of nutrients which can then re use in your own garden.

If you are thinking of burning your garden waste then just beware of your neighbours and surrounding area as it can give off very dense smoke which can cause breathing problems with some people. If you live in a built up area you would probably benefit more form using a metal incinerator which are available from most DIY stores.