How to Customize a Yard Clean Up Project
By Lee's Product Team October 18, 2024

How to Customize a Yard Clean Up Project

Landscaping

Ready to Save Time? Let Mr. Lee Handle It!

  • Choose Cleanup Services: Tell us about your yard’s unique needs, and we’ll provide tailored recommendations to match your property’s conditions and goals.
  • Property Assessment: Every yard is different—our expert team evaluates your plants, scope of work, and maintenance frequency to ensure the perfect approach.
  • Debris Removal Planning: Decide if you’d like to keep organic matter for composting or have it professionally removed—we’ll handle the details.

💬 Request Your Quote Today: Share your vision, and we’ll take care of the rest. From assessing your property to crafting a customized plan and managing all the labor, we’ll leave you with a beautifully revitalized yard—no effort required on your part. Let’s get started!


📋 Lee’s Yard Clean Up Service Custom Order:

Our team is dedicated to providing customized solutions to meet your unique needs and preferences. We specialize in:

  • Clearing overgrowth
  • Removing weeds
  • Trimming and pruning
  • Comprehensive debris cleanup

We take the time to understand your concerns, offer expert advice, and guide you with aftercare tips to keep your yard thriving and beautiful year-round. Let us help you create and maintain a space you’re proud to enjoy! 🌟

Services Overview

Review & Request a Quote BelowOptions
Invasive Plants / WeedingHimalayan blackberry, Ivy, Bamboo, Knotweed, …more
Tree PruningDeciduous, Evergreen, Fruit trees
Tree Cutting / RemovalTypes: Complete, Partial
Hedge TrimmingOrnamental, Privacy
Shrub PruningEvergreen, Flowering
Stump GrindingOne, Multiple
Vine PruningIvy, Clematis, Wisteria
Lawn MowingSmall, Medium, Large
EdgingLawn, Pathways, Garden beds
Bamboo RemovalSmall, Medium, Large
Reducing Overgrown PlantsTrees, Shrubs, Vines
Plant RemovalTrees, Shrubs, Perennials
Pressure WashingDriveways, Patios, Walkways, Siding
Mulching JobOrganic, Inorganic, Decorative
Additional Yard ServicesDebris Cleanup, Seasonal Cleanup, Landscape Design Gutter Cleaning, Irrigation Maintenance
Features Stihl BR 800 X MAGNUM®

Here’s the updated and detailed Seattle Yard Clean Up Options with some additional services and details added for completeness:

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Invasive Plants/Weeding

  • Common Invasive Plants: Himalayan blackberry, English ivy, Bamboo, Knotweed, Scotch broom, Bindweed, Morning glory.
  • Extent:
    • Small (under 100 sq ft)
    • Medium (100-500 sq ft)
    • Large (500+ sq ft)
  • Removal Methods:
    • Manual (digging, pulling)
    • Chemical (targeted herbicides)
    • Combination approach (manual + chemical)
  • Optional Add-ons:
    • Soil restoration
    • Ongoing weed prevention (pre-emergent application)
    • Mulching for regrowth prevention

Tree Pruning

  • Types:
    • Deciduous (maple, oak, birch)
    • Evergreen (pine, cedar, spruce)
    • Fruit trees (apple, pear, cherry)
  • Purpose:
    • Health (remove dead or diseased branches)
    • Aesthetic (shape and symmetry)
    • Safety (clearance for power lines, structures, or pathways)
  • Frequency:
    • Once or twice yearly
    • As needed based on condition

Tree Cutting/Removal

  • Removal Type:
    • Complete tree removal
    • Partial removal (branches or selective cuts)
  • Debris Handling:
    • Haul away
    • Cut for firewood
    • Wood chipping/mulching
  • Stump Options:
    • Stump removal (grinding or extraction)
    • Leave stump (optional treatment for aesthetic or wildlife use)

Hedge Trimming

  • Hedge Types:
    • Ornamental (boxwood, privet)
    • Privacy (cedar, laurel)
    • Flowering (hydrangea, forsythia)
  • Frequency:
    • Seasonal (spring, fall)
    • As needed for aesthetics or health

Shrub Pruning

  • Purpose:
    • Shaping and aesthetics
    • Health (removing dead, diseased, or crowded branches)
    • Preventing overgrowth
  • Specialized Care:
    • Flowering shrubs (prune to encourage blooming)

Stump Grinding

  • Size:
    • Small (under 12”)
    • Medium (12-24”)
    • Large (24+”)
  • Depth Options:
    • Surface-level grind
    • Below-ground for replanting

Vine Pruning

  • Common Vines:
    • Ivy, Clematis, Wisteria, Grape, Trumpet vine
  • Location:
    • Fences, trellises, arbors, or walls
  • Purpose:
    • Prevent structural damage
    • Encourage healthy growth

Lawn Mowing

  • Lawn Size:
    • Small (under 1,000 sq ft)
    • Medium (1,000-5,000 sq ft)
    • Large (5,000+ sq ft)
  • Frequency:
    • Weekly
    • Bi-weekly
    • Monthly
  • Clipping Options:
    • Bag and remove
    • Mulch and leave on lawn
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Edging

  • Areas:
    • Lawn edges
    • Pathways
    • Garden beds
  • Tools:
    • Manual (spade)
    • Motorized (string trimmer or edging machine)

Bamboo Removal

  • Extent:
    • Small (under 100 sq ft)
    • Medium (100-500 sq ft)
    • Large (500+ sq ft)
  • Removal Methods:
    • Manual (digging out rhizomes)
    • Chemical (herbicide for rhizome control)
    • Combination

Reducing Overgrown Plants

  • Extent:
    • Light (1-2 feet reduction)
    • Moderate (3-5 feet reduction)
    • Severe (6+ feet reduction)
  • Outcome:
    • Thinning
    • Shaping
    • Full removal if requested

Plant Removal

  • Plant Types:
    • Trees (small or large)
    • Shrubs (ornamental, privacy)
    • Perennials (overgrown, unwanted, or dead)
  • Reasons:
    • Dead or diseased plants
    • Overgrowth
    • Aesthetic changes in landscape

Pressure Washing

  • Surfaces:
    • Driveways
    • Patios
    • Walkways
    • Siding
  • Materials:
    • Concrete
    • Wood
    • Vinyl
    • Brick

Mulching Job

  • Mulch Types:
    • Organic (wood chips, bark, straw)
    • Inorganic (stone, rubber)
    • Decorative options (dyed mulch)
  • Area Coverage:
    • Small flowerbeds
    • Large garden areas

Additional Yard Services

  1. Debris Cleanup: Collect and dispose of leaves, branches, or general yard waste.
  2. Seasonal Cleanup:
    • Spring: Remove winter debris, prepare garden beds
    • Fall: Leaf removal, prepare yard for winter
  3. Gutter Cleaning: Clear leaves and debris from gutters to improve water flow.
  4. Irrigation Maintenance:
    • System checkups
    • Leak repair
    • Seasonal adjustments
    • Winterization

Summary Notes

  • Request a bid and share your goals for a customized yard cleanup.
  • Services include plant removal, tree pruning, lawn care, and pressure washing, tailored to the Seattle climate.
  • Service options allow for ongoing yard maintenance and seasonal cleanups.

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