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Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Susan L
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Weeding of the garden We have lots of nettles
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Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Susan L
Start Date: Immediate
Weeding of the garden We have lots of nettles
Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: David P
Start Date: Immediate
Replace/install 4' fencing 6-7 Panels approx
Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Jonathan M
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a quote for sheep fencing to be erected at the back of the rear garden of the lydden bell in lydden. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial how many fence panels ...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Urszula S
Start Date: Immediate
fencing around a roof top terrace on first floor. around 4m x 4m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many fence panels are you looking for: 1-2 panels what lev...
Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Daniela R
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i would like to receive quaotes for landscaping 120m2 of garden that is totally overgronwed and not well kept are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached roughly the siz...
Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Daniela R
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customer made an online enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on email they would like a call with a carpenter to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property...
Folkestone - CT20
Enquiry from: Victoria R
Start Date: Immediate
Garden clearance and improvement to existing fencing
Folkestone - CT20
Enquiry from: Caroline R
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front gate and railings and back garden fence are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many fence panels are you looking for: 1-2 panels what level of service do yo...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Margaret R
Start Date: Immediate
surply and fit 4. 4 foot panels and wood posts are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached how many fence panels are you looking for: 3-4 panels what level of service ...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Susan H
Start Date: Immediate
3 broken concrete posts removed and replaced by new ones.
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Wendy A
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grass cutting and taking cuttings away are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work required: othe...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Michael R
Start Date: Immediate
remove old fence panels and posts and renew. 4fence panels size 6x4 and install concrete posts.
Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Simon K
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a straight forward wooden garden gate post replacement. probably not more than a couple of hours work. please no sharks - we've already had some ridiculous quotes! are you the property owner: owner o...
Folkestone - CT18
Enquiry from: Nita P
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weeding and shrub control are you the property owner: owner property type: semi detached do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden, front garden work required: other current state of ...
Folkestone - CT20
Enquiry from: Michael H
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small front and back garden need tidying up and general maintenance when required. cutting back bushes, shrubs, deweeding etc. property type: terrace garden type: back garden, front garden current sta...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Barbara H
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tidy hedges and cut the tops . are you the property owner: owner property type: other do you have a: medium size garden garden type: back garden work required: hedges current state of garden: the gard...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Kelly R
Start Date: Immediate
replacement garden shed roof. 12ft long x 4ft to ridge. standard ply with coloured felt.
Folkestone - CT20
Enquiry from: Oda B
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hi, i need help with clearing out a garden, removing weeds and disposing of the waste. it is approximately 3x7 meters but only about half in need of clearance. what is your availability and how much r...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Adam D
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installing a new filter in back garden pond, and helping to give a better aesthetic appearance. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached do you have a: extra large ...
Folkestone - CT19
Enquiry from: Ben W
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Customer visited the myfencingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: House, Property owner: Tenant with permission, Panel number: 3-4 panels, Work description: As cheap as possib...
How much do Landscapers cost? Prices for Landscapers in 2024 can vary depending on the type of work that you want to have performed in your home.
If you’ve decided to hire a landscaping professional for your outdoor area, you’ll probably be wondering how much it’s going to cost so you can start planning. A landscape garden serves a wide range of purposes from beautification of your surrounding and building to serving as a perfect spot for family and friends’ get-togethers and to brighten up one’s life. However, we must also note that the landscaping does not come cheap. In order to make it look great and send a clear message, there’s need for an effective and careful planning as well as consideration which perfectly combines both beauty and utility (as not every landscaping idea works perfectly for every house). So, just how much do landscapers charge?
Just like most home improvement projects, the price of charged by landscapers is influenced by a wide array of factors. These factors include the scope of the project, the size of the landscape, the type of material and size of your patio, the cost of the plants and mulches, the professional daily or hourly rate as well as the unique treatment of the aesthetics of planting.
In general, landscapers can charge as little as a price ranging from £15 to £20 and £45 per hour greatly influenced by the location as well as the landscaping services required. As a daily rate, professional landscapers tend to charge about £140 to £200 per day. However, it should be noted that the major factors influencing the price that a landscaper will charge is based on the area you live in as well as the size of your garden. For instance, if you live in an area with higher demands like London, you can expect to be charged a lot more than anywhere else.
The table reveals the sorts of work that Landscapers commonly do and also the typical cost range of these projects. Some jobs take longer to finish than others so prices do differ by task.
View our Landscaper cost guide View our Landscaper adviceLandscaper job | Landscaper cost in 2024 |
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Wooden fencing in Folkestone | £1,125-£1,725 |
Landscaping in Folkestone | £2,250-£3,450 |
Garden maintenance and upkeep in Folkestone | £188-£288 |
Wooden decking in Folkestone | £1,125-£1,725 |
Artificial Grass in Folkestone | £3,000-£4,600 |
Garden shed in Folkestone | £450-£690 |
Garden lighting in Folkestone | £320-£480 |
Driveway repair in Folkestone | £1,520-£2,280 |
Lawn Care in Folkestone | £130-£200 |
There is a variety of methods available to ensure that your paving drains properly, for example draining into a lawn or soakaway. Correct drainage of paving is a requirement for planning permission. See our guide on planning permission for paving for more information.
What Is Landscape Gardening?
Landscape gardening is basically the art of setting out grounds or planting of ornamental plants so that a picturesque effect is created. In other words, it can be seen as the beautification or decoration of a portion of land to generate a naturalistic effect in a limited space. However, it should also be noted that landscape gardening meant to beautify places, but also important and very functional as our surroundings make a whole lot of contribution to the quality of our lives. Landscape is a word that’s not only used to qualify an beautiful scenery, but also stands for a great historical records of natural features created by human activities over time. So what are the general principles of landscaping?
• The right landscape garden should express some thought or feeling, just like a good landscape painting. The expression can be bold, quiet, retired and more.
• The landscape garden area should be divided into various sections with a plan for each individual area. The whole plan should be actualized in such a way that an observer or visitor can imagine the entire plan and purpose without having to analyse each parts.
• It’s of great importance to combine both beauty and utility effectively.
• The design’s simplicity should be emphasized while executing the plan.
• The garden and building should perfect blend with each other in such a way that they could be seen as one rather than the landscape garden stopping abruptly in front of the building. The view of the garden from the building’s door or window should offer an breath taking scenery. In short, every part of the landscape should be planned so that every visitor will have a surprising effect when seen.
• The ideal landscape should not be too tight and should possess an open space.
• Do not overcrowd the plants and objects.
Uneven lawn? Well, for an outdoor space which looks great and serves its purpose throughout the year, there’s a need to learn how to level your garden. While its best left for a professional to handle, there are also some simple steps you can follow to ensure your DIY task turns out a success whether you’re preparing to lay a patio or deck, landscaping the whole space or tackling a lumpy lawn. A level ground comes with a bunch of benefits which includes maximizing the functions of your yard, helping with drainage while also enhancing your property’s curb appeal. Good news is, you can level your sloping lawn by hand. Want to know how? In this post, we’re going to take you through the processes involved in levelling an uneven lawn. Let’s take a look!
You can simply level your lawn using your hand if you aim to make your lawn a more even surface or to install a patio or deck. If your goal is only to make the lawn more even, you should have it in mind that, even though lumps and bumps aren’t always pleasing for most people, it can actually create a good drainage for your home.
Top dressing is the solution for depressions that are about 2cm to 3cm deep. To resolve this, simply get a top dressing mixture or make yours using two parts of sand and topsoil and a single part of compost. Use this to fill out the depression evenly and make compact using a rake or your feet, then water. Leave this for two days before applying grass seed alongside a thin layer of topsoil, then water as needed.
If you have a deeper depression, simply dig out to around 4cm to 5cm and remove any lumps of soil or stones. Once done, proceed to top dressing as explained above and grass seed to fill out the bald spot.
Laying artificial grass is a popular project – it’s a great way to create a smart, low-maintenance garden. There are plenty of professionals around who are experts at installing artificial grass, but it’s possible to DIY too if you’re feeling confident.
Lots of homeowners choose to replace their existing turf with artificial grass, so lay it on soil. To do this, start by clearing the area of any greenery or turf. Then remove any extra soil to a depth of about 40mm. You might want to leave the centre of your area slightly higher than the edges for a more natural look.
Next, you need to add a weed membrane and a sharp sand sub-base. It doesn’t really matter which one of these you do first, but you might find it easier to lay the weed membrane first and then use the sand to weigh it down, to a depth of about 35mm. Use a rake and plank to make the sand level, and compact it with a plank and heavy hammer. It doesn’t need to be completely flat – gentle slopes are fine. The weed membrane should overlap joints by 300mm.
After you’ve done this, you can lay your grass. Roll it out, trim it to size and fasten it in place. Make sure the ends of the grass rolls are staggered so they don’t end in a line. Lay the artificial grass with the pile (the strands) leaning towards the house so it looks nice and full when you’re looking out from the house. If you’ve decided to use edging boards, you can nail the grass into the tops of the boards. Or, if you haven’t, use ground pins to anchor it into the soil. Brush the grass and you’re done!
Laying artificial grass on concrete needs a slightly different approach to if you’re installing it over soil. The good news is that it’s much less labour intensive, as you don’t need to do any digging or levelling.
Ideally, your concrete base should be in good condition, and have an adequate fall on it to provide efficient drainage. If it doesn’t, you might have to do some repair work or drill some drainage holes first.
When you’re ready to start, begin by cleaning your concrete base. Use a jet wash or a hose and brush to dislodge and disperse any dirt or plant growth. Once it’s clean, leave it to dry completely.
Then, you need to fit an underlay - usually it’s made of foam. This will provide padding to make your artificial grass softer and more comfortable to walk on. It will also help to level out any slopes on uneven parts on the concrete. Make sure it’s a good-quality underlay that’s permeable – if it’s not, you could end up with damp artificial grass and nasty smells as it will hold moisture. Roll out the underlay and cut it to shape, taping any separate sections together.
Next, use an adhesive to secure the underlay to your concrete. Make sure you leave gaps in the adhesive to allow water to drain off easily. Leave the glue to dry, then you can start laying your grass.
Roll out your grass like you did with your underlay, cutting it to shape and joining any separate sections together with artificial grass tape. Then glue the grass to the underlay. Leave it dry, give the grass a brush, and it’ll be ready to use!
A patio is an outdoor space which can be used for a variety of stuffs which includes fun time with family and friends, reading time or just relaxing as the fresh breeze blows. With all these benefits and more, it’s becomes more obvious that there’s a need to keep your patio in a tip top condition at all times. If otherwise, you may not be able to enjoy your patio to your satisfaction and probably, for as long as you would want. You simply have to provide it with a regular maintenance which involves inspecting and identifying the damages that needs to be repaired before it gets out of hand. Fortunately, the minor repairs can be done by yourself if you’re confident enough. However, for bigger damages it’s advisable to call in a professional for help. In this article, we’ll take you through the patio reparation process.
✓ Prepare the area. This involves removing the problem piece gently and carefully. If there’s a piece you think can still be useful, store it in the re-use pile or you can start a new one. Once you’re done removing the pieces, the next thing to do would be to start removing anything that’s unwanted from the damaged area like debris, unwanted soil etc, and start sand fitting with some fresh sand. This should be levelled out to ensure there’s no bumps.
✓ With the sand down, you can start by putting the pieces back in together. This should be done gently to avoid any further damage. Do this until your patio
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Aeration, like scarification, is another vital step to keeping your lawn looking healthy and vibrant. It involves making small holes in the soil to allow air, water and nutrients to get into the grass roots, helping them to grow deeply, and produce a much stronger lawn. It also helps to relieve compaction from the soil, which stops nutrients and air from circulating. But how do you aerate your lawn?
Before you start to aerate your lawn, it’s a good idea to scarify it first to get rid of any moss, dead grass and thatch. This involves vigorously raking your lawn to get all the organic matter up, then transferring it to your compost heap or disposing of it. Light scarification is best in the spring but you can heavily scarify it in the autumn.
If you’ve got a small lawn, you can use a hand-held hollow tine aerator or even a normal garden fork. Dig deep into your lawn’s surface with the fork, or push the aerator into the ground which will pull plugs, or cores, of soil out of the ground to create air holes. You can let the cores dry and then go over them with a lawn mower or rake to spread them evenly across your lawn. This will recycle all the nutrients in those parts of the soil and stimulate bacterial activity to break down unwanted thatch. Don’t leave them, because they will make your lawn look bumpy over time.
If you’ve got a larger lawn, you might find it easier to see if you can hire a petrol aerator. But there are also rolling aerators that have spikes on a cylinder and you just push along, or even aerator sandals that you can wear and just go to town on your grass!
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