Yard Clean-Ups — Starting at $250

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Trimming Service — Trimming
Trimming Service — Trimming
By Neat & Tidy Landscaping Product Team Published on February 19, 2023
Categories: landscaping , maintenance , services

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Homeowner’s Issue

Seattle’s coastal climate keeps yards green year-round, but that comes with challenges for Trimming homeowners. Heavy fall and winter rains saturate compacted soils, encouraging moss, thatch, and shallow-rooted weeds while shaded slopes hold moisture and stay soft under foot. Many yards in the area — especially around White Center and West Seattle — have clay or silty loams with poor drainage and spots of erosion on sloped beds. HOA rules and curb appeal expectations mean tidy edges and well-kept hedges are often required, but constant wet weather and north-side shade make regular trimming and cleanup more work than most homeowners want.

Typical problems include uneven sun exposure that favors moss over grass, invasive ivy along fences, and oversized hedges that block light. Trimming in these conditions isn’t just cosmetic: correct cuts, thinning, and attention to drainage reduce disease, improve sightlines, and help plants establish better roots for drier summers. We focus on sustainable techniques—no herbicides—so your yard heals and stays resilient, with less upkeep season to season.

Our Quality Service

We perform careful, sustainable trimming to shape hedges, reduce overcrowded branches, and restore lawn lines with attention to Seattle’s rainfall and soil. We prioritize:

  • Proper cuts that promote healthy regrowth and decrease disease risk.
  • Improved drainage by opening crowns and removing excess debris.
  • Curb appeal through clean edges and natural-looking shapes.
    Benefits include increased safety, lower maintenance needs, and longer-lasting results that fit HOA guidelines and neighborhood standards.

What’s Included

  • Hedge trimming and selective thinning
  • Lawn edge trimming and cleanup
  • Pruning of low limbs and sightline clearing
  • Debris collection and haul-away or green bin option
  • Moss and thatch reduction by mechanical means (no herbicides)

Optional upgrades:

  • Mulch + fabric for beds
  • Organic weed control and manual weed removal
  • Soil aeration or surface amendments
  • Gravel refresh or landscape fabric installation

Before & After / Expectations

Expect some noise from trimmers and chipper during work and light debris while we shape plants. We ask for safe access to the yard and a clear path for hauling away materials. Typical turnaround is a day for single-family yards; larger jobs may take longer.

Care tips after trimming:

  • Water deeply but infrequently during dry spells to encourage deeper roots.
  • Watch for moss in shaded, poor-drainage spots and rake or aerate as needed.
  • Keep ivy and aggressive groundcovers cut back to prevent re-encroachment.

FAQs

How long will the job take?

Most single-yard trimming jobs finish in a day; larger hedgerows may require additional visits.

Do you use chemicals?

No. We use sustainable, mechanical, and organic methods only—no herbicides.

Will you haul the green waste?

Yes. Choose haul-away or curbside green bin drop-off in your service options.

Do you follow HOA trimming rules?

We work with homeowner guidelines and can match required heights and appearance standards.

Call to Action

Trimming homeowners in Trimming — ready for a cleaner, low-maintenance yard? Book a free estimate with local pros who know White Center and West Seattle conditions. Fast scheduling, reliable results, and sustainable methods.

Email: neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com


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