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Overgrown Hedge Removal — Burien
Overgrown Hedge Removal — Burien
By Neat & Tidy Landscaping Product Team Published on September 16, 2023
Categories: landscaping , services , maintenance

Burien Overgrown Hedge Removal

Homeowner’s Issue

Burien yards face a mix of wet weather, coastal winds, and variable sun exposure that push hedges to grow dense and fast. Many properties have heavier, compacted soils or rain-fed slopes that hold moisture, which encourages moss and thick root mats that make trimming harder and regrowth quicker. Overgrown hedges can block sightlines on driveways, trap moisture against foundations, and harbor ivy or blackberry runners that spread to lawns and native planting beds. Landlords and homeowners often want lower-maintenance beds, clearer sightlines for tenants, and safer egress on slopes near Seahurst Park or the White Center corridor. The goal is usually the same: remove problem hedges, manage roots, and replace them with choices that suit shade, wind, and drainage so you spend less time fiddling with pruning each season.

Our Quality Service

We work with Burien conditions in mind, using hand tools, power pruning where needed, and root removal techniques that reduce regrowth without herbicides. All practices are sustainable — composting green waste, recommending native or drought-tolerant replacements, and improving drainage on sloped sites. The result is safer yards, better curb appeal, and lower maintenance long term.

What’s Included

  • Onsite assessment and tailored plan.
  • Pruning back, full hedge removal, and root socketing where required.
  • Debris haul-away or green‑bin disposal per your preference.
  • Site cleanup and basic bed prep.

Optional upgrades:

  • Mulch + weed fabric for suppressing weeds and retaining moisture.
  • Organic weed control and manual ivy removal.
  • New low-maintenance planting suggestions and installation.

Before & After / Expectations

After removal expect a clear site with some root stumps that we grind or remove by request. New plantings establish slowly in Burien’s cool, wet seasons — plan for light watering the first year and seasonal mulch top-ups. Watch for moss and ivy regrowth in shaded corners and pull early to prevent re-establishment.

FAQs

  • How long will this take?
    • Most residential jobs finish in a few hours; larger hedges or root work may take a day.
  • Will hedges grow back quickly?
    • Proper root removal and replacing with low-maintenance species reduces rapid regrowth.
  • How do you dispose of green waste?
    • We can haul away debris, compost on-site where allowed, or use green‑bin disposal per your choice.

Call to Action

If your Burien property needs a cleaner, safer landscape, book a free estimate with a local crew that knows the rain, slopes, and soils. Fast scheduling, dependable results, and sustainable practices. Email neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com to get started.


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