Hedge and Shrub Trimming: 10 Factors That Influence the Price

Trimming a hedge or shaping a decorative shrub isn’t as simple as it seems! Behind every job lie multiple factors that affect the cost, time, and resources required.

🌿 Hedge and Shrub Trimming: 10 Factors That Influence the Price

Trimming a hedge or shaping a decorative shrub isn’t as simple as it seems! Behind every job lie multiple factors that affect the cost, time, and resources required.

Whether it's for a cedar hedge, honeysuckle, or ornamental shrubs, every project is unique. Here are the 10 key elements to consider before requesting a quote.

✂️ 1. Type of Trimming Required

• Annual Maintenance: to maintain shape and density

• Shaping or Straightening: for young or uneven hedges

• Reduction Pruning: to significantly lower the height

• Removal: full extraction or replacement of the hedge

👉 Each type of trimming involves a different level of work and expertise.

📏 2. Length, Height, and Thickness

The longer, taller, or denser the hedge, the more time and equipment will be needed.💡 Pricing is often based on linear footage or the overall volume to be trimmed.

📐 3. Access to the Hedge

Do we need to go through the neighbor’s property? Are there obstacles in the way?⛔ Limited access may require permission, increase setup time, or demand special planning.

⚙️ 4. Required Equipment

Depending on the complexity, different tools may be needed:

• Electric or gas-powered hedge trimmers

• Chainsaws

• Bracing systems or stump grinders

• Ladders, scaffolding, or aerial lifts

💪 The more specialized the equipment, the more technical the work.

🏡 5. Surrounding Environment and Constraints

Is the hedge easy to reach? Are there things to work around?

Common obstacles include:

• Fences

• Pools or spas

• Garden sheds or dense vegetation

• Steep slopes or electrical wires

Each of these requires care and adjustments during the job.

🍃 6. Debris Management

Would you like us to take away the branches and clippings?

✅ Yes: includes chipping, loading, and transport❌ No: you handle the cleanup

This service directly affects the total price.

🌱 7. Optional Add-On Services

You may choose to add services that improve the long-term health of your hedge:

• Post-trim fertilization

• Disease treatment

• Density improvement trimming

These are optional, but offer valuable benefits over time.

🔍 8. General Condition of the Hedge

A hedge that hasn’t been trimmed in years will take much more time to restore than one that’s maintained regularly.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 9. Crew Size Required

Some jobs need more manpower:

• To ensure a fast and even cut

• To meet tight deadlines

• To handle heavy equipment

👷 More workers = faster service, but potentially higher cost.

⏱️ 10. Urgency of the Job

Last-minute or express services may affect pricing depending on team availability.

💬 Why Choose Our Service?

✔️ Free quotes – on-site or by phone✔️ Skilled, professional, and well-equipped team✔️ Clean, fast, and safe results✔️ Honest and competitive pricing✔️ Respectful of your property and plants

📞 Contact us today for a clear, no-obligation quote!

👉 EmondageSimard.com📱 514-755-7578

Trust the pros for a beautiful, well-maintained hedge year after year. 🌳

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