Essex grounds care

Hands-on grounds care across mid-Essex.

From compact gardens to larger plots, the same tight-knit team turns up every visit to deliver tidy, consistent results with straightforward communication.

Groundsmiths maintaining a garden in Essex

Tailored visits

We tailor the job list to suit family gardens, shared spaces, and large estates alike.

Updates you can trust

A photo summary and quick message after every visit so you are never left guessing.

Fully insured service

Owner-operated grounds care with GBP 5m public and employer liability cover.

We make it right

If something doesn't look right, we pop back within two working days to sort it.

Services

Support for homes, estates, and shared spaces.

Choose a single service or combine a few. We build a schedule that suits your property and keep you posted every step of the way.

Lawn care

Owner-operated lawn rounds with a £30 minimum for compact plots. Medium and large lawns move to a fixed mowing fee once the space has been measured, with clippings hauled up to medium size.

  • Fixed price mow, edge, and blow-down on every visit
  • Clippings removed on small and medium lawns (larger loads billed if we haul the waste)
  • Photo update after the round so you know it is complete
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Garden maintenance

Maintenance blocks you can bolt onto the lawn round for beds, pruning, seasonal refreshes, and tidy work.

  • 30-minute bed care blocks for hand-weeding and hoeing
  • Shrub pruning, hedge shaping, and plant training on request
  • Mulch top-ups, pot refreshes, and seasonal planting swaps
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Seasonal projects

One-off upgrades that keep outdoor spaces fresh across the year, from spring lawn revival to patio spruce-ups.

  • Lawn renovation packages with feed, scarify, overseed, and dress
  • Jet wash with resand/seal for driveways and patios
  • Storm tidy and winter structural cuts when the weather hits
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Commercial grounds care

DBS-checked, insured maintenance for care homes, managed developments, and hospitality spaces with reporting after every visit.

  • Formal lawn mowing, bed care, litter patrols, and pathway safety
  • Visit reports with photos, issues logged, and next steps
  • Flexible scheduling around residents and visitors
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Why Groundsmiths

Trusted by neighbours and estate teams.

We stay in touch, show our work, and keep appointments. That is why many of our clients have stayed with us for years.

3.8 years

Average client tenure

98%

On-time arrivals

<48 hrs

Call-out window

92%

Green waste recycled

A few of the people we serve

CECoggeshall Estates
CMKelvedon Mews
BBPBraintree Business Park
WRA120 Residences
How we work

A simple three-step routine.

Good gardening should feel easy. We plan the work, look after your space, then keep you in the loop with friendly updates.

1

Plan

We listen to what you need, measure the space, and agree how often to visit so everyone knows the plan.

2

Care

The same friendly person turns up on time, carries out the agreed tasks, and tidies before they leave.

3

Update

You receive a short summary with photos and next steps, along with any ideas to keep things looking their best.

Quick quote

Tell us about your outdoor space.

Prefer a chat? Call 01234 567890 and we'll talk through it together.

Prefer email? Reach us at sales@thegroundsmiths.co.uk.

FAQ

Answers to common questions.

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Pricing & Quotes

  • How do quotes work?

    Share your location, service list, and a few photos. We'll follow up with a quick call or visit to confirm the scope before sending a written quote.

  • Is there a minimum visit price?

    Yes. Visits start from GBP 30. We'll flag that minimum when we confirm your quote so there are no surprises later.

Access & Scheduling

  • What if I need to move an appointment?

    Give us 24 hours' notice and we'll rebook it without charge. Weather delays are confirmed by email and text first thing in the morning.

  • Do I need to be at home?

    No. Gate codes and notes sit in the job pack, and you'll receive a photo update the same day so you can see the results.

Waste & Compliance

  • Do you take away green waste?

    We can take it under our waste carrier licence or stack it neatly for your compost or council collection. We'll log what left the site for your records.

  • Do you use chemicals?

    Only when they're needed and agreed with you. Day-to-day maintenance runs without herbicides, and specialist treatments are handled by licensed partners.

Ready for tidy, reliable grounds care?

Tell us about your space and preferred schedule. We reply within one working day with tailored next steps.