These Terms and Conditions set out the basis on which Home Garden provides gardening and related services to residential and commercial customers in the United Kingdom. By making a booking or allowing work to commence, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. Please read them carefully before confirming any service.
In these Terms and Conditions, the following expressions have the meanings set out below.
Customer means the person, company or organisation ordering or receiving the services from Home Garden.
Home Garden means the gardening service provider supplying the services under these Terms and Conditions, including its employees, contractors and agents.
Services means any gardening, landscaping, lawn care, hedge cutting, planting, garden maintenance, clearance or related works provided by Home Garden.
Site means the garden, land or property at which the services are to be carried out.
Contract means the agreement between Home Garden and the Customer for the provision of services, incorporating these Terms and Conditions and any written quotation or service confirmation.
Home Garden provides a range of gardening and outdoor maintenance services, including but not limited to lawn mowing, hedge trimming, planting, pruning, weeding, lawn care, garden clearances, tidy ups, and light landscaping works. The specific services to be provided will be set out in a quotation, service description or booking confirmation issued to the Customer.
Any descriptions, photographs or examples of previous work are for illustrative purposes only and do not form part of the contract unless expressly agreed in writing. Home Garden reserves the right to reasonably adjust methods and materials used in order to achieve substantially similar outcomes where necessary, provided that this does not materially reduce the quality of the services.
3.1 Initial enquiries
Customers may request a quotation or make a booking by contacting Home Garden and providing details of the required services, the Site address and preferred dates. Home Garden may request photographs, a description of current garden condition, and any access details in order to prepare an accurate estimate.
3.2 Quotations
Unless otherwise stated, quotations are estimates based on the information available at the time. If, on arrival at the Site, the actual scope of work is significantly different from that described, Home Garden will discuss any required changes to pricing or time before proceeding. Quotations are normally valid for a limited period from the date of issue. If the Customer accepts a quotation after the validity period has expired, Home Garden may revise the price to reflect any changes in costs or conditions.
3.3 Confirming bookings
A booking is confirmed when Home Garden issues a booking confirmation, which may include the date or date range for the visit, the nature of the services and the estimated price. Home Garden reserves the right to refuse or cancel a booking at its reasonable discretion, for example where the Site is unsafe or where the requested services are not suitable or lawful.
3.4 Changes to bookings
Requests to change the date, time or scope of a booking should be made as early as possible. Home Garden will use reasonable endeavours to accommodate changes but cannot guarantee availability. Changes may result in revised pricing or additional charges, which will be notified to the Customer in advance where practicable.
The Customer agrees to provide accurate information about the Site and any relevant conditions, including known hazards, access restrictions, pets, utilities, or underground services that might be affected by the work.
The Customer must ensure that Home Garden has safe and reasonable access to the Site for the duration of the visit, including any required parking permissions or entry arrangements. If access is not available on arrival and the visit cannot proceed, a call out or cancellation fee may be charged.
The Customer is responsible for obtaining any consents, approvals or permissions required for the services, including those from landlords, neighbours, local authorities or management companies, unless Home Garden has expressly agreed in writing to obtain such permissions on the Customer's behalf.
5.1 Pricing
Services may be charged on a fixed price, hourly rate or day rate basis, as set out in the quotation or booking confirmation. Unless expressly stated, prices are for labour only and exclude the cost of plants, materials and waste disposal. Any additional costs will be agreed with the Customer where reasonably practicable.
5.2 Deposits
Home Garden may require a deposit before confirming a booking, particularly for larger projects, purchase of plants and materials, or multi-day works. Deposits are usually non refundable once Home Garden has committed resources or ordered materials, except where Home Garden cancels the services for reasons not attributable to the Customer.
5.3 Payment terms
Unless otherwise agreed, payment is due immediately on completion of the services for single visits, or in staged instalments for longer projects as stated in the quotation or invoice. Home Garden accepts various forms of payment as advised at the time of booking or invoicing. Cash payments should only be made against a written receipt.
5.4 Late payment
Where payment is not received by the due date, Home Garden may charge interest on the outstanding amount at the statutory rate and may suspend further services until all overdue sums are settled. The Customer will be liable for any reasonable costs incurred by Home Garden in recovering overdue amounts, including debt collection and legal fees.
6.1 Customer cancellations
If the Customer wishes to cancel or reschedule a booking, they should provide as much notice as possible. Home Garden may apply cancellation charges, particularly where notice is short or where materials have already been purchased. The applicable notice periods and charges will either be stated in the quotation or confirmed at the time of booking.
If cancellation occurs on the day of the scheduled visit, Home Garden reserves the right to charge a reasonable fee to cover travel time and lost work. For larger projects, specific cancellation terms may apply, which will be set out in the written quotation.
6.2 Cancellations by Home Garden
Home Garden may cancel or postpone services due to adverse weather conditions, safety concerns, staff illness, equipment failure, or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control. Where this occurs, Home Garden will offer an alternative date as soon as reasonably practicable. Home Garden will not be liable for any indirect loss, such as loss of enjoyment or loss of use of the garden, resulting from such cancellations.
Gardens are living environments, and the results of gardening work can be influenced by many factors beyond the control of Home Garden, including soil quality, weather, pests, diseases, and the Customer's ongoing maintenance. While Home Garden will exercise reasonable care and skill, it does not guarantee the survival of plants, lawns or turf once the service is completed, unless a specific written guarantee has been provided.
Home Garden may decline to carry out work that it reasonably considers unsafe, excessively hazardous, or likely to cause damage to property that cannot be properly mitigated. Examples include working at unsafe heights, using equipment in unsuitable weather, or cutting trees and hedges that require specialist arboricultural services or statutory permissions.
8.1 Garden waste
Home Garden will normally tidy the work area and, where agreed, bag or stack green waste such as grass cuttings, prunings, leaves and branches. Unless waste removal is expressly included in the quotation, responsibility for disposing of bagged or stacked waste rests with the Customer.
8.2 Waste removal services
If the Customer requests waste removal, this will be charged separately. Home Garden will comply with applicable waste regulations in the United Kingdom, including duty of care requirements. Waste will be transported and disposed of only in authorised facilities or through licensed carriers, as required by law.
8.3 Prohibited waste
Home Garden will not remove or handle hazardous waste, contaminated soil, asbestos, chemicals, or any materials classified as hazardous or requiring specialist treatment. If such materials are discovered during the works, Home Garden may suspend services until the Customer arranges safe removal by an appropriate specialist.
Home Garden will normally supply its own tools and equipment. If, at the Customer's request, Home Garden uses tools owned by the Customer, no liability is accepted for any damage to such tools, and the Customer remains responsible for ensuring they are safe and suitable for use.
The Customer agrees not to use or interfere with Home Garden tools or equipment while on the Site. Children and pets should be kept away from areas where work is being carried out and where tools or machinery are in operation.
10.1 Duty of care
Home Garden will carry out the services with reasonable care and skill, consistent with general industry standards for gardening services. Home Garden will take reasonable measures to protect the Customer's property while working on the Site.
10.2 Limitations of liability
Home Garden is not liable for any loss or damage that arises from inaccurate information provided by the Customer, from pre existing defects, from misuse or neglect by the Customer, or from events beyond Home Garden's reasonable control. Home Garden will not be liable for indirect or consequential loss, such as loss of profit, loss of enjoyment, or loss of opportunity.
Except in cases of death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded by law, the total liability of Home Garden to the Customer arising out of or in connection with any contract shall not exceed the total amount paid or payable by the Customer for the services under that contract.
10.3 Insurance
Home Garden aims to maintain appropriate insurance cover for public liability and, where applicable, employers' liability. Details of insurance cover can be provided on request. The existence of insurance does not extend or increase the liability of Home Garden beyond the limits set out in these Terms and Conditions.
If the Customer has any concerns about the quality of the services, they should contact Home Garden as soon as possible and, in any event, within a reasonable time after the services are carried out. Home Garden will investigate the issue and may, at its discretion, return to the Site to inspect the work.
Where a complaint is found to be justified, Home Garden may offer to rectify the work, provide additional services, or offer a partial refund, as it reasonably considers appropriate in the circumstances. This shall be the Customer's sole and exclusive remedy, subject always to the liability limitations set out in these Terms and Conditions.
Home Garden takes health and safety seriously and will follow reasonable safe working practices. The Customer agrees to cooperate with any requests made by Home Garden that are necessary for safety, such as keeping pets indoors, restricting access to certain areas, or turning off sprinklers and irrigation systems during the visit.
If unsafe conditions are discovered at the Site, such as unstable structures, exposed wiring, aggressive animals, or hazardous materials, Home Garden may suspend or terminate the services until the issues are remedied. In such cases, the Customer may be liable for reasonable costs incurred up to the time of suspension or termination.
Home Garden may collect and process personal data relating to the Customer for the purposes of providing services, handling enquiries, managing accounts and complying with legal obligations. Personal data will be handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws in the United Kingdom. Home Garden will not sell personal data to third parties. Information may be shared with trusted suppliers or subcontractors where necessary to deliver the services.
Home Garden shall not be in breach of contract or otherwise liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations where such delay or failure results from events, circumstances or causes beyond its reasonable control. These may include extreme weather, flooding, storms, strikes, accidents, equipment breakdowns, regulatory changes or other unforeseen events. In such cases, Home Garden may suspend services for the duration of the event and will use reasonable endeavours to resume services as soon as practicable.
Home Garden may update or amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time. The version in force at the time of the Customer's booking or quotation acceptance will apply to that particular contract. Any significant changes will normally be posted on the main terms page or notified to existing Customers where reasonably practicable.
These Terms and Conditions, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them or their subject matter or formation, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
The parties agree that the courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions or any contract for services between the Customer and Home Garden.
If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. Any failure by Home Garden to enforce any right or provision shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.
These Terms and Conditions, together with any quotation or booking confirmation, constitute the entire agreement between Home Garden and the Customer in relation to the services provided and supersede any prior discussions, correspondence or understandings.
