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? DAB Garden Services ? Lawn Cutting | Hedge Trimming | General Maintenance Looking for a reliable local gardener? We provide professional, affordable garden care to keep your outdoor space neat and well maintained all year round. Based in St Albans...
Latest Garden Maintenance Review
"Dan provided a friendly, excellent and professional services. Very punctual, removed all garden waste and left my gardens looking absolutely amazing. I will be definitely calling him back 😊"
Reviewed by XXX on 22nd Apr 2026Based in AL2 1NA,
London Colney
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Jan 2026
Public liability insurance
We are a team of skilled and reliable Gardeners and Cleaners who are dedicated to providing exceptional cleaning and gardening services to homes and businesses in our community. Our cleaning and gardening packages are customizable to meet your speci...
Latest Garden Maintenance Review
"A very simple and easy process dealing with Joy Cleaning and Gardening services, our garden looks much better and couldn't have asked for a better job. Would definitely recommend this company."
Reviewed by Rhys on 28th Sep 2026Based in WD17 2LQ,
Watford
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Aug 2024
ID Checked
I do all gardening and landscaping work at a super fair price and high quality work.I will be happy to help you improve something in your garden. Thank you for visiting my post
Latest Garden Maintenance Review
"This will be ongoing garden maintenance. The 2 in the team arrived on time and worked hard for 1 hour. Friendly approach. Hopefully reliability will continue."
Reviewed by David on 13th Sep 2026Based in WD17 2QH,
Watford
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Feb 2024
ID Checked
Local, reliable and friendly gardening & removal services ? From garden tidy-ups, hedge trimming and weeding to garden clearances, rubbish removal and general outdoor work — we’re here to get the job done properly. ✅ Gardening & maintenanc...
Latest Tree Surgery / Consultancy Review
"Very polite, and helpful, very tidy cleared up very well, price was good, will have them back for maintenance."
Reviewed by Sylvia on 12th Sep 2026Based in AL7 4NT,
Welwyn Garden City
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Aug 2026
ID Checked
Hi there , Im Mark The Friendly Gardener near Hitchin for over 17 Years I do garden maintenance for domestic & commercial properties in Hertfordshire & Bedfordshire with reliable Fortnightly visits & tidy-ups & clearances to maintain your garden & gr...
Latest Lawns - Turfing / Seeding Review
"Mark was brilliant, he knew exactly what needed doing and he got on and did it. He was very pleasant and friendly. Very reasonable prices. I will be using him on a regular basis. Highly recommend Mark."
Reviewed by Janet on 11th Oct 2026Based in SG4 7QZ,
Saint Ippolyts
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Dec 2022
ID Checked
? Garden Maintenance | Landscaping ✔️ 6+ Years of Experience ✔️ Garden Maintenance ✔️ Landscaping ✔️ Jet Washing (Patios & Driveways) ✔️ Fence Installation & Repairs ✔️ Lawn Care & Treatments ✔️ Garden Clearance & Deep Cleaning For...
Latest Garden Maintenance Review
"Excellent service in all aspects"
Reviewed by Olek on 11th Oct 2026Based in WD19 7DJ,
Watford
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Sep 2026
ID Checked
SM Garden Maintenance is based on over 10 years experience. We are committed to provide a professional, reliable and affordable service. With effective problem solving and attention to detail, our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every...
Latest Waste Removal Review
"I would highly recommend SM Garden Services! From start to finish, the service was excellent. The quote was provided quickly, and the work was able to start without delay. The standard of work was outstanding, with great attention..."
Reviewed by Elena on 11th Oct 2026Based in LU5 4JP,
Dunstable
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Jul 2025
ID Checked
We can do anything from removals and rubbish clearances to gardening and landscaping work. No job is too big or too small, we’re licensed to dispose of waste and have multiple years experience.
Latest Fencing & Gates - Wooden Review
"Sam and his team have bewn courtious and polite,Sam has explained every thing he was doing and why and made sure that I understood. The fence looks great I recomend them and will use them again. ELLEN"
Reviewed by Ellen on 7th Oct 2026Based in AL3 8FL,
Markyate
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Aug 2025
ID Checked
hello, I work in the field of paving, interior, exterior, gardening, etc.i am working 8 yearsin this domeniu, I'm available whenever you need, don't hesitate to contact me, thank you
Latest Fencing & Gates Review
"A great day's work - efficient, tidy and professional. Thank you Ovidiu"
Reviewed by John on 29th Sep 2026Based in HA3 7TF,
Harrow
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Nov 2023
ID Checked
My name is Ioan, I am looking for work in the London area, I have been working for 5 years in the field of cleaning gardens, paving, anything in the field of construction, I am available to help you in what you want and to make you satisfied, thank Y...
Latest Lawns - Turfing / Seeding Review
"He was prompt and hard working and did a good job and he cleaned up after, would definitely use him again"
Reviewed by Pete on 25th Sep 2026Based in NW9 8NE,
London
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Sep 2023
ID Checked
Lucas Barbosa LTD provides professional garden maintenance, landscaping and communal cleaning for homeowners, landlords, managing agents and commercial properties in Watford and the surrounding areas. With gardening experience dating back to 2019, o...
Latest Garden Maintenance Review
"Lucas & his team did a great job."
Reviewed by Steven on 12th Sep 2026Based in WD18 6AB,
Watford
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Feb 2024
ID Checked
Hi we are crown crest roofing and building solutions london we specialise in roofs and building services also we specialise in garden revamping brickwork whole house renovation from start to finish we provide 5star standard of work and aim to please...
Latest Decking Review
"final result and quality of the work were fantastic. I’m giving 4 stars because of a couple of communication hiccups. They initially tried to add VAT on top of our agreed verbal quote at the end. To their credit, they honored the..."
Reviewed by Jeyamathi on 31st Aug 2026Based in EN3,
Enfield
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Jun 2025
ID Checked
I have been in both gardening & maintenance; cleaning business for 6 years and the locations that I used to work in were west London, South East London, slough and North London. I do have a business insurance too. Before I became a self-employed bu...
Latest Garden Maintenance Review
"Quickly came to my house to quote and got the job done. Thanks"
Reviewed by Sue on 20th Aug 2026Based in NW11 8SG,
London
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Mar 2024
ID Checked
Silktree & Stone is a property development business focused on completing high quality projects, with long-term value. We’re invested in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners. Services -Landscaping -Hedge/la...
Latest Garden Shed / Playhouse Review
"Ben and Felix did a great job to assemble our shed. They got in touch quickly, were punctual and did a very good and clean job. Would definitely recommend"
Reviewed by Paul-nicolas on 18th Aug 2026Based in HP7 9BN,
Amersham
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Aug 2026
ID Checked
A Company with enthusiasm, a vast expirience in the Construction Industry,with passion and patience we always put costumer requierments on the first plan and turn them into reality
Latest Wooden Decking Review
"Excellent job, highly recommend."
Reviewed by Faisal on 13th Aug 2026Based in LU7 1AH,
Leighton Buzzard
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since May 2026
ID Checked
We are a professional maintenance company specializing in gardening services. We also offer a wide range of additional services, including painting and decorating, handyman work, and more. If we can’t do the job, we simply won’t take it. Contact us...
Latest Garden Clearance Review
"Teo has made an excellent start on tidying up our garden which had become overgrown. He will return later this week to complete the task then visit monthly to help us maintain it. We are very pleased with the initial results."
Reviewed by Liz on 3rd Aug 2026Based in NW11 9EU,
London
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Nov 2025
ID Checked
Here at prospect paving & landscaping. We are Strongly committed to providing our customers with the highest level of service with our customers at the heart of our business. We have a planning and management style We believe in a proactive a...
Latest Fencing & Gates Review
"Can’t praise these guys highly enough…the did the job for my mum and she is very happy…what started as a fence replacement, turned into the back garden being upgraded…the team were courteous, and explained to mum what they doing a..."
Reviewed by Wayne on 1st Aug 2026Based in NW10 0JE,
London
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Mar 2026
ID Checked
What would you build needs? Kitchens, bathrooms extensions to loft conversions, driveways to patio We have experience craftsman ready to enhance your home
Latest Repointing Review
"totatally brilliant"
Reviewed by Barrington on 31st Jul 2026Based in WD7 8LX,
Radlett
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Nov 2025
ID Checked
Profesional bricklayer with over 15 years experience and hundred of Jobs finnished and happy clients.
Latest Fencing & Gates - Wooden Review
"Excellent work done in our garden to a shabby old fence removed and a new one in place, Job done at short notice, could not be happier, will definitely have Stefan around to quote other parts of the garden project and highly re t..."
Reviewed by Sarah on 25th Jul 2026Based in NW10 0BD,
London
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since May 2022
ID Checked
Artificial grass, turf, planters, drive way, maintenance, patio, profesional work. More then 7 years experience in hard landscaping..
Latest Lawns - Turfing / Seeding Review
"Extremely happy with the work carried out. They were reliable and hard-workingand and paid attention to detail throughout the project, everything left clean and tidy. Highly recommend their services!"
Reviewed by Susanna on 22nd Jul 2026Based in NW11 6EB,
London
Gardener covering St Albans
Member since Aug 2019
Public liability insurance
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Hiring a Gardener in St Albans
Looking for a gardener in St Albans?
Gardening takes time, and if you haven’t got enough time, or there are things you can’t do in the garden, then hiring a local gardener in St Albans could be the best solution.
Most gardeners will offer regular visits for garden maintenance, or one-off services for jobs such as hedge trimming or turf laying.
Using MyJobQuote is an easy way to find local gardening services in St Albans. You can get up to three quotes from gardeners near you for a range of garden maintenance jobs.
What Can a Local Gardener Help You With?
A local gardener will often help you with general gardening tasks or specialist projects, including garden upkeep, garden waste clearance, shrub and flower planting, general pruning, turf laying and lawn maintenance, hedge trimming, garden watering, lawn mowing, weeding, cleaning decking and patios, and sweeping and removing fallen leaves.
Is It Better to Book a One-Off Visit or Ongoing Garden Maintenance?
The service you choose depends on what you need throughout the year. If you already do some garden maintenance, but you need help with certain jobs like hedge trimming, then a one-off visit might be all you need.
If, on the other hand, you don’t get the time, or can’t get out into the garden, regular visits from a gardener would be a good idea. Regular visits stay on top of garden maintenance and ensure your garden looks neat and attractive all year round.
How Much Might a Gardener Cost in St Albans?
The average cost of a local gardener in St Albans is between £40 and £60 an hour, which is equivalent to a day rate of between £320 and £480 a day. Some services are charged as a fixed fee, depending on the gardener’s pricing model.
Some things can affect the cost of gardening services in St Albans. Common factors include the condition of the garden, garden size, the type of job, the number of visits needed, tools required, ease of access, and garden waste disposal.
Compare Quotes from Gardeners in St Albans
Finding gardening services in St Albans is much easier if you use MyJobQuote.
You can view gardeners’ profiles, read their feedback and get up to three quotes from gardeners near you.
Getting more than one quote allows you to easily compare services and prices so that you can choose a gardener who meets your budget and availability.
When Would You Need a Gardener Quickly?
There are occasions when you might need to hire a gardener in St Albans quickly. Common reasons include renovating a neglected, overgrown garden, tidying a garden before the property goes up for sale, preparing a garden for a special event or guests, clearing up after a storm, removing fallen branches from a tree, and clearing overgrown vegetation from a path or garden steps.
What Can Push the Price Up or Down?
Gardening quotes in St Albans can be pushed up or down by several factors.
Factors that might increase your quote include an urgent callout, working in a larger-than-average garden, repeat visits, the need to use specialist equipment, garden waste removal costs, planting specialist plants or flowers, landscaping, and a hard-to-access, overgrown garden.
Factors that can make gardening quotes in St Albans less expensive include no access problems, a garden that’s in good condition, only standard equipment being needed, and no waste disposal requirements.
What Should a Gardening Estimate Cover?
A quote or estimate should always state the scope of the work, and it should be in writing, including email.
Each quote should include the cost of labour, the price of materials, the cost of clearing up after the job is completed, the use of standard gardening equipment, and travel costs.
A quote might also include any extras you have agreed to, such as the cost of garden clearance in St Albans, the hiring or use of special tools, the cost of garden waste disposal, the cost of buying plants, turf or other materials, and costs incurred through making more than one visit.
How to Choose the Right Gardener in St Albans
If you want to hire a gardener in St Albans, use MyJobQuote. Our trade directory can help you find gardeners near you.
You can read customer feedback, view gardener profiles and then get up to three no-obligation quotes quickly.
When you’re comparing gardeners in St Albans, consider if they have the right skill level for the job you need done, whether they have enough gardening experience, if they have availability, whether their customer feedback is positive, and that the quote they have provided is in writing and outlines the full scope of the work and full pricing details.
Are Qualifications or Insurance Worth Checking?
If you want specialised garden maintenance in St Albans or landscaping, then you might prefer to use a gardener who has studied horticulture.
However, if you want general garden maintenance like grass cutting, weeding, planting and pruning, qualifications aren’t quite so important.
A person with enthusiasm for gardening who has developed their knowledge and experience by working on the job may be an excellent gardener, even if they don’t have gardening qualifications.
Insurance is worth checking. Anyone working on your property should have public liability insurance. This means if you need to make a claim against a gardener for loss, damage or injury, the claim is dealt with by an insurance company and not the gardener as an individual.
Garden Maintenance for Homeowners and Tenants
Homeowners can look after their own gardens or hire a gardener. But if they rent out a property and become landlords, then the responsibility for maintaining a garden in a rented home is usually passed on to the tenant.
The tenant will need permission to make any changes in the garden, but they will not normally need to ask if they can hire a gardener.
What kinds of gardening jobs can I book in St Albans?
You can hire a gardener to do one-off jobs such as garden clearance or turf laying. Or you can use them on a regular basis for general garden maintenance such as pruning, weeding, watering and keeping the garden tidy.
Do gardeners in St Albans offer regular maintenance plans?
Yes. Regular maintenance plans often consist of a set number of hours for a fixed price.
Can I hire a gardener for a single visit?
Yes. Gardeners not only do regular gardening jobs, but many also take on one-time visits for jobs such as garden clearance, lawn care and hedge trimming.
How do gardeners usually price their work?
Gardeners will either price their work by the hour, by their day rates, or some jobs will be priced at a fixed rate.
Is waste removal normally included in gardening quotes?
Some gardeners include waste removal, and others don’t. If waste removal isn’t included or available, then you’ll have to add this to your budget.
Will a gardener bring their own equipment?
Gardeners, like most trades, have their own tools as they often prefer to use equipment they are used to or that’s from a brand they trust. But it is worth asking when you get a quote just to clarify the situation.
Can a gardener help with a garden that has become overgrown?
Yes, a gardener can help tidy an overgrown garden. This type of work is often labour-intensive, so labour charges could be higher than for other common gardening jobs.
Do I need to be at home while the gardener is working?
No, not necessarily. You can go out and leave your gardener if they don’t need to go through the house to get access to the garden, they have spoken to you about the work, and payment has been organised.
Are gardeners able to help with planting and border tidying?
Yes, most gardeners will include border care, maintenance and planting as part of a regular contract or a one-off service.
What should I check before agreeing to a quote?
Check that everything is included in the quote. Look at feedback from previous customers and check the gardener’s level of experience.
Do tenants need permission before hiring a gardener?
Permission to use a gardener isn’t usually required for garden maintenance. Only changes to the garden would need the landlord’s permission.
When is the best time of year to book a gardener?
Gardeners work throughout the year in the UK. Summer and spring are usually their busiest periods.
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