Hedge removal

Estimated Cost Breakdown
?Because prices vary based on the hedge species (e.g., lightweight Privet vs. dense, heavy Conifer/Leylandii) and your location, a ballpark estimate for a full removal, waste clearance, and stump grinding will usually sit between £500 and £1,200+.
?Dismantling & Labour: The team will cut the hedge down in sections using chainsaws. You can expect a standard daily rate of £150 to £250 per worker (usually a 2 or 3-person team).
?Green Waste Removal: 18 metres of a 7ft hedge creates a massive volume of branches. A professional team will usually bring a commercial wood chipper to compact it right into their truck. If waste disposal isn't packaged in, separate disposal or a large skip can add £100 to £400.
?Stump Grinding: Instead of digging out the roots by hand, they will bring a mechanical stump grinder to chew the main root bases into mulch. For a long run of multiple small/medium hedge stumps, they typically charge a flat multi-stump rate rather than pricing individual trees, usually adding £150 to £350 to the bill.

For a hedge roughly 7ft high and 18 metres long, fully removed, taken away, and with the stumps ground out, a normal UK price today is usually somewhere around £600–£1,500, depending on the hedge type and access

Process
Cut hedge down to ground
Chip and remove waste
Grind stumps below ground level
Rake/level area
What affects price
Access (tight garden = more £)
Type (conifer/leylandii = harder)
Disposal (included or extra)
Bottom line:
???? Expect ~£800-ish average, more if access is poor or hedge is dense.

The project requires systematic cutting/ digging and stump extraction

For the hedge the most effective approach is removing the upper foliage followed by using mattock or a stump grinder for lager

£700

Removing a 7ft high (approx. 2.1m), 18-metre long hedge, including stump grinding and removal from site, typically costs between £500 and £1,000+ in the UK, depending on species and accessibility. For a medium-to-large hedge in the East Riding of Yorkshire area, you should expect to be in the upper range of local quotes.

£450

Short answer: Removing a 7ft tall, 18m long hedge with stump grinding and full site clearance is feasible – here’s a breakdown of what’s involved and what to expect:

Work Overview

- Hedge removal: Cut down in sections, chop into manageable pieces for disposal (or recycling if suitable for chipping).

- Stump grinding: Grinds stumps to 15–30cm below ground level, with wood chippings left on site or removed.

- Waste removal: All green waste and grindings taken off site (unless you want chippings retained for mulch).

Approximate Costs (UK 2026 pricing)

- Total cost range: £600–£1,200, depending on hedge type (e.g., dense conifers take longer than deciduous shrubs), access, and local waste disposal fees.

- Sole traders may charge £30–£50 per metre, while larger firms could be £50–£70 per metre.

A 7-ft-high hedge, 18 metres long, with full removal from site and stump grinding is a straightforward job for a professional tree surgeon or hedge contractor, assuming normal access.

Removing a 7ft high, 18-metre-long hedge, including stump grinding and waste removal, is a substantial job that requires professional help and typically costs between £1,000 and £3,000+.
Cost Breakdown
The total cost depends heavily on factors like the hedge type (e.g., Leylandii is common and can be hardy), access to the site, and regional labour rates.
Hedge Removal (Labour & Equipment): This portion involves cutting the hedge down to stumps and can cost between £15 to £25 per square metre for a large hedge. For a 7ft (approx 2.1m) high, 18m long hedge, this could range from approximately £500 to over £1000.
Stump Grinding: This is a separate service and is usually charged per stump or on an hourly basis. The cost for a large or multiple stumps can range from £200 to £500+.

Thank you for your enquiry.
The job involves removing a 7ft hedge approximately 18 metres long and grinding out the stumps, with all waste removed from site.
The estimated cost for this work is £££, which includes labour, disposal, and stump grinding.

Before giving an accurate range, could you tell me what kind of hedge it is (e.g., Leylandii, laurel, privet, etc.)? The type makes a big difference because of root size and density.

If it’s a Leylandii or dense evergreen (including labour, equipment, and waste removal) you would be looking at an estimate of : £800 – £1,400, depending on access, hedge type, and disposal volume.

Removing a 7ft high, 18-metre-long hedge with stumps ground out might cost between £900 to £2,700, depending on factors like:
• Hedge Density: Thicker, denser hedges cost more to remove.
• Stump Grinding Depth: Deeper grinding (e.g., 12-18 inches) for complete removal vs. shallow grinding.
• Accessibility: Easy-to-reach locations vs. tight or hard-to-access spaces.
• Disposal: Costs for removing and disposing of hedge debris and stumps.
• Location: Prices vary by region; urban areas like Plymouth, England, might have different rates than rural areas.

Estimated Cost Breakdown:
• Hedge Removal: £5-£15 per metre (£90-£270 for 18 metres)
• Stump Grinding: £3-£10 per stump (number of stumps depends on hedge length and layout); for a 18m hedge, maybe 10-20 stumps, £30-£200
• Total Estimate: £900-£2,700 (removal + stump grinding + disposal)

Additional Considerations:
• Contractor Expertise: Experienced, insured contractors might charge more but ensure quality and safety.
• Debris Removal: Included in some quotes; verify with contractors.
• Site Conditions: Rocky or sloped terrain might increase costs.

For precise quotes, consult local contractors in Plymouth, considering your specific hedge and site conditions. Websites like Checkatrade or local business directories can help find suitable professionals.

We’ll start by cutting the hedge down in sections to make it safe and manageable. Once the full 18 metres is down, we’ll load all the cuttings and waste onto the van and take it away for disposal. After that, we’ll bring in the stump grinder to remove the roots below ground level, which stops regrowth and leaves the ground flat and ready for whatever you’d like to do next.

Hi there I would do this for for £425 all in ?

Cut down take it away and grind stumps down

Yes this can be done would you like a quote for this

We would do this in sections, tidy up in sections, and take all waste away.

Tree type dependent. Trees will be filled in sections and sometimes logged. Tree shredder will be used. All waste will be transported by pick up or skip. I stump grinder would be used on stumps. And possibly a bit of soil dressing if needed

Before removing anything, you would need to check if the hedge is on agricultural land, common land, or a protected wildlife corridor if that is the case then I would check with the council for permission. If not would need to check and evaluate what's surround it in terms of underground utilities also checking that the stump grinder doesn't cross into neighbour’s land as this will need permission from them also. Once removed this can be disposed off by taking it to council green waste site in waste carriers.