Garden & Landscaping
Hedge Trimming Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Hedge trimming costs in the UK 2026: price per metre, what affects quotes, typical gardener day rates, and tips for getting a fair price.
Guide · Updated 20 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Patios, decking, fencing, drainage, driveways and garden buildings.
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Azek Decking Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Azek decking cost in the UK 2026: price per m², comparison with composite and timber, installation rates, and whether it's worth the premium over alternatives.
Guide · Updated 19 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
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Swimming Pond Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
How much does a swimming pond cost in the UK in 2026? Detailed price ranges, what drives the cost, running costs, and planning considerations.
Guide · Updated 19 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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How to Build Pond
Step-by-step guide to building a garden pond in the UK. Covers planning, materials, excavation, liner installation, edging, and planting with 2026 cost figures.
Guide · Updated 18 Aug 2026 · 8 min read
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How to Maintain Pond
Keep your garden pond healthy year-round with this seasonal UK maintenance guide covering water quality, pump care, algae control, and when to do a full cleanout.
Guide · Updated 17 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
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Pond Fibreglassing Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
How much does pond fibreglassing cost in the UK in 2026? Prices by pond size, DIY vs professional GRP lining, and what drives the final bill.
Guide · Updated 17 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Chain Link Fence Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Chain link fence costs £18–£40 per linear metre installed in the UK. Full 2026 price guide covering heights, galvanised vs PVC-coated, posts, labour, and planning rules.
Guide · Updated 13 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
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Soundproof Fence Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Acoustic fence panels cost £60–£150/m installed in 2026. Compare timber, mass-loaded, and concrete options with dB ratings, planning rules, and worked costs.
Guide · Updated 13 Aug 2026 · 8 min read
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Crazy Paving Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Crazy paving costs £60–£120/m² installed in the UK in 2026. This guide covers stone types, supply prices, labour rates, and what to expect from a typical project.
Guide · Updated 11 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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New Driveway Checklist
Everything you need to plan a new driveway in the UK: planning permission rules, SuDS drainage requirements, materials, getting quotes, and contractor checks for 2026.
Guide · Updated 11 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
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Garden Gate Installation Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
How much does garden gate installation cost in the UK? 2026 prices by gate type, from budget timber at £300 to automated electric gates at £2,500+.
Guide · Updated 9 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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Security Fence Cost: 2026 UK Price Guide
Security fence costs in the UK for 2026: palisade, mesh, anti-climb and steel panels. Per-metre prices, installation costs, planning rules and what drives the price.
Guide · Updated 9 Aug 2026 · 5 min read
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How to Stain Decking
How to stain decking in the UK: preparation, best products, application steps and drying times. Covers hardwood, softwood and composite decking in 2026.
Guide · Updated 7 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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How to Run Armoured Cable Shed
Step-by-step guide to running SWA armoured cable to a garden shed in the UK, including cable types, burial depths, RCD protection, and Part P notification requirements.
Guide · Updated 6 Aug 2026 · 6 min read
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How to Make Your Garden More Private
Practical ways to make your garden more private in the UK — from fencing and trellis to hedges, pergolas, and planting screens. Costs and planning rules included.
Guide · Updated 5 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
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How to Scarify Lawn
How to scarify a lawn: when to do it, what equipment to use, and step-by-step method for UK lawns in 2026. Covers moss, thatch removal, and post-scarification care.
Guide · Updated 4 Aug 2026 · 7 min read
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Fire Pit Cost & Garden Ideas
UK guide to fire pit costs in 2026 — from budget bowl pits to built-in sunken fire pits, plus garden ideas, safety rules, and what to buy or build.
Guide · Updated 29 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Awning Installation Cost: Patio & Garden Awnings
Awning installation costs £800–£4,500 in the UK. Compare manual and electric patio awnings, cassette styles, and what affects the installed price of garden awnings.
Guide · Updated 28 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Carport Cost & Planning Guide (2026)
A carport costs £2,500–£12,000 in the UK depending on size and materials. Find out about planning permission, foundations, and the difference between timber and steel.
Guide · Updated 28 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Garden Bar Ideas, Cost & Build Options
Garden bar ideas, costs and build options for UK gardens in 2026 — from budget DIY sheds to full timber lodges with planning permission guidance.
Guide · Updated 28 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Bin & Bike Storage Ideas
Practical bin and bike storage solutions for UK homes: outdoor stores, wall mounts, lean-tos and planning considerations — with costs and space-saving tips.
Guide · Updated 18 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
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Lawn Care & Maintenance
Complete UK lawn care guide covering mowing, feeding, scarifying, aeration and repair — with seasonal schedules, product costs and when to call a professional.
Guide · Updated 17 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Summer Houses & Log Cabins
UK guide to summer houses and garden log cabins in 2026 — planning rules, costs, insulation, base types, and what to look for when buying.
Guide · Updated 16 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Trellis, Screening & Garden Privacy
UK guide to garden privacy screening in 2026 — trellis, bamboo, composite panels, and hedging costs, planning rules, and what works best for your garden.
Guide · Updated 15 Jul 2026 · 5 min read
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Planting Borders & Hedging
How to plan and plant garden borders and hedges in the UK — species selection, spacing, costs, and maintenance tips for lasting structure and wildlife value.
Guide · Updated 14 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Garden Steps & Sloping Gardens
How to design and build garden steps on sloping ground in the UK — materials, costs, planning rules, safety, and drainage guidance for sloped gardens.
Guide · Updated 12 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Driveway Gates & Automation
Complete UK guide to driveway gates in 2026 — materials, swing vs sliding, automation costs, BS EN 12453 safety requirements, planning permission, and installation prices.
Guide · Updated 10 Jul 2026 · 9 min read
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Garden Irrigation Systems
Garden irrigation systems for UK homes — drip, micro-spray, and in-ground systems, costs, hosepipe ban rules, and how to set up a basic timed system.
Guide · Updated 8 Jul 2026 · 6 min read
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Raised Beds & Planters: Build & Cost
UK cost guide for raised garden beds: materials, dimensions, DIY vs contractor prices, fill costs, drainage, and how long each material lasts.
Guide · Updated 5 Jul 2026 · 7 min read
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Garden Water Features & Ponds
Garden ponds and water features — types, liners, pumps, planning rules, child safety and 2026 UK costs, from wildlife ponds to formal koi ponds.
Guide · Updated 2 Jul 2026 · 10 min read
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Laying a New Lawn: Turf vs Seed
Turf vs seed for a new UK lawn — costs, timing, preparation steps and how to choose the right grass mix for your garden conditions.
Guide · Updated 27 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
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Tarmac vs Gravel vs Resin Driveways
Comparing tarmac, gravel, and resin driveways on cost, durability, and planning rules. Gravel from £10/m², tarmac £45–£75/m², resin £70–£130/m².
Guide · Updated 21 Jun 2026 · 7 min read
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Greenhouses: Types, Glazing & Cost
Compare greenhouse types, glazing materials and 2026 UK costs. From £500 for a basic polycarbonate to £8,000+ for a bespoke aluminium-and-glass structure.
Guide · Updated 13 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
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Garden Office vs Garden Room
UK guide comparing garden offices and garden rooms in 2026 — costs, planning rules, insulation, and which suits your needs best.
Guide · Updated 9 Jun 2026 · 6 min read
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Resin Bound Driveways: Cost & Pros/Cons
Resin bound driveway costs, pros, cons and planning rules for UK homeowners in 2026. Prices typically run £40–£80 per m², installed, depending on aggregate and prep.
Guide · Updated 24 May 2026 · 7 min read
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Artificial Grass vs Turf: Cost & Pros/Cons
Artificial grass costs £15–£35/m² installed vs natural turf at £5–£20/m². Compare maintenance, lifespan, drainage, and which suits your garden.
Guide · Updated 21 May 2026 · 5 min read
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Landscaping a Garden: Costs & Order of Work
Full garden landscaping costs £3,000–£30,000+ depending on size and scope. Learn the correct order of work and what drives prices in 2026 UK projects.
Guide · Updated 19 May 2026 · 6 min read
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Garden Drainage & Soakaways Explained
Garden drainage problems cost £500–£5,000+ to fix. Learn how soakaways, French drains, and channel drains work, and which solution suits waterlogged gardens.
Guide · Updated 16 May 2026 · 5 min read
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Hot Tubs: Cost & Running Costs
Hot tub prices and monthly running costs in the UK for 2026. Units cost £3,000–£20,000; monthly electricity runs £50–£150 depending on insulation and use.
Guide · Updated 15 May 2026 · 6 min read
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Decking Cost: Timber vs Composite
Decking costs £120–£250/m² installed. Timber decking starts around £120/m²; composite runs £180–£250/m². Compare maintenance, lifespan and total cost of ownership.
Guide · Updated 2 May 2026 · 6 min read
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Block Paving: Cost & Patterns
Block paving costs £60–£130/m² installed in the UK. Learn about popular patterns, materials, and how to choose the right driveway or path option.
Guide · Updated 21 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Dropped Kerbs: Cost, Rules & How to Apply
A dropped kerb costs £800–£3,000 depending on location and highway authority. You must get council approval before work begins — here's how to apply.
Guide · Updated 19 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Garden & Retaining Walls: Cost & Build
Retaining walls cost £200–£600/m² in the UK. Block, brick, timber and gabion options, structural requirements and when you need planning permission.
Guide · Updated 15 Apr 2026 · 7 min read
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Garden Sheds: Sizes, Bases & Cost
How much does a garden shed cost in the UK? Prices from £200 to £3,000+, plus base costs, planning rules, and sizing guidance for 2026.
Guide · Updated 11 Apr 2026 · 7 min read
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Patio Cost & Materials: Paving, Porcelain & Stone
Patio installation costs £80–£200/m² depending on material. Compare porcelain, natural stone and concrete block paving on cost, durability and slip resistance.
Guide · Updated 7 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Fencing Cost & Types: A UK Guide
Fencing costs £40–£120 per metre installed in the UK. Compare close-board, panel, trellis, post-and-rail and metal fencing on cost, lifespan and planning rules.
Guide · Updated 3 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Pergolas & Garden Structures: Cost & Planning
A pergola costs £1,500–£12,000 installed. Most need no planning permission — but size and boundary rules apply. 2026 UK guide.
Guide · Updated 2 Apr 2026 · 6 min read
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Outdoor Kitchens: Cost & Planning
UK outdoor kitchen costs, planning rules and design tips for 2026. Budget builds start at £2,000; fully fitted modular kitchens run £8,000–£25,000+.
Guide · Updated 30 Mar 2026 · 6 min read