Without pruning, a thuja hedge will not stay in shape and will become too high and too wide. You will save a lot of time if you hire a gardener or horticulture specialist to do the cutting. How much does it cost to trim the thuja hedge? (as of 2018)
How much does it cost to trim a thuja hedge?
The cost of cutting a thuja hedge varies depending on the length and type of cut and is between 6.00 and 30.00 euros per meter. In addition, there are costs for working time (35.00 to 50.00 euros per hour), travel and removal of the cuttings (up to 50 euros per cubic meter).
Amount of costs for cutting the thuja hedge
- Height and length of the arborvitae hedge
- Working hours in hours
- alternatively costs per running meter of hedge
- Directions
- Removal of clippings
The cost of cutting the thuja hedge depends on how long it is and what exactly needs to be cut. In addition, the costs for transporting the cuttings will be charged.
You can agree with the gardener on an hourly wage or a flat rate per linear meter. Which variation is cheaper can only be decided on a case-by-case basis. To be on the safe side, get multiple estimates.
When making your calculations, also consider that the specialist company not only has the necessary specialist knowledge, but also has professional tools. You would either have to purchase these yourself or rent them for a while.
Cost per meter of thuja hedge
If only a light topiary cut is to be carried out on the hedge, you will have to pay up to 6.00 euros per meter. In the case of severe pruning or sticking to stock, between 20.00 and 30.00 euros will be charged per meter.
Cost per working hour
A horticultural business charges between 35.00 and 50.00 euros per hour of work, depending on the region. Added to this are the costs for the journey.
It will be more expensive if you want to cut the tree of life into special shapes, for example into a ball or a spiral. Here it is worth agreeing on a flat rate with a specialist.
Removal of cuttings
Especially when the hedge is trimmed heavily, there is a lot of shrubbery that needs to be disposed of. The garden specialist also takes on this task. He usually charges an additional fee for this, which is based on cubic meters.
Up to 50 euros can be charged per cubic meter of arborvitae.
Tip
Heavy pruning of the thuja hedge may only be carried out from October to February so that breeding birds are not disturbed. A good specialist company is informed about these regulations and can advise you if necessary as to whether the work can be carried out at the desired time.
