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[Home](/) 2. [Services](/services) 3. Leaf Clearance ![Leaf Clearance — professional tree surgery service in Staffordshire by RJ Hutchinson](/assets/work-10-CgqLsWS0.jpg) Clearance & Ground Work # Leaf Clearance Across Stafford & Staffordshire. Drives, lawns, paths and gutters cleared of autumn leaves — one-off visits or scheduled rounds through the season. [Call 07455 716463](tel:+447455716463)[Get a Free Quote](/contact) ✓ Single visits or seasonal contracts · Same-week response · £1m insured 15+ Years Experience 500+ Jobs Completed £1m Insured NPTC Qualified Emergency Line ## What is Leaf Clearance? Autumn leaves look beautiful for a fortnight then become a 4-month problem — slippery on paths, suffocating to lawns, blocked guttering, plus the start of moss and lawn die-off underneath. Professional clearance handles the lot in one visit. We use blowers, rakes and vacuum collectors depending on surface and volume. Leaves are bagged and removed (or composted on site if you prefer). Seasonal contracts cover 3–5 visits through October–December — usually the most cost-effective approach for properties with mature trees. ### Who It's For - Homeowners with mature trees on the property - Commercial premises with public footfall (slip risk) - Care homes and schools managing safety - Holiday lets and rentals between bookings ### When It's Needed - Drives and paths becoming slippery - Lawn losing colour under leaf cover - Gutters showing signs of blockage - End-of-season tidy before winter ## What Happens If You Leave It Wet leaves on tarmac are nearly as slippery as ice. Slip-and-fall claims on commercial premises can run to thousands. Regular clearance is your defence under the Occupiers' Liability Act. Leaves left on grass for more than 2–3 weeks suffocate the lawn beneath, killing patches that take a full season to recover. ## Our 5-Step Process 01 ### Free Site Inspection We visit, listen and assess access, hazards and surrounding structures before quoting a single penny. 02 ### Written Diagnosis & Quote You get a clear scope of works, fixed price and method statement — usually within 24 hours of the visit. 03 ### Scheduled Visit We agree a date that suits you, confirm the day before and arrive on time with the right kit and crew. 04 ### Safe Execution Risk assessments and permits handled. Roping, rigging and cutting carried out to NPTC and BS 3998 standards. 05 ### Clearance & Sign-Off All arisings removed (or chipped/logged for you), site swept clean, photos sent and invoice issued. ## Why Choose RJ Hutchinson ### Slip Hazard Removed Drives, paths and steps cleared and safe. ### Lawn Health Protected Grass survives the season without bare patches. ### Gutter Clearance Available Add gutter clearance to the same visit. ### Bagged Or Composted Removed offsite or composted on yours. ### Seasonal Contracts Multi-visit schedules for trees with prolonged leaf drop. ### Commercial Compliance Documented visits for occupier's liability records. ## Leaf Clearance: The Full Detail ### Methods By Surface Hard surfaces (drives, paths, decking): petrol blowers move leaves into windrows; vacuum collector picks up. Lawns: spring-tine rake or vacuum (blowers can damage grass). Gravel: blower at angle or hand-rake (vacuums pick up gravel). Gutters: by hand from ladder or tower. ### Disposal — Removal vs Composting Removal is fastest — leaves bagged and taken to licensed composting facility. Composting on site is free but requires space for a leaf-mould bin (1–2 cubic metres typical) and 1–2 years to break down to usable mulch. Every job is covered by £1m Public Liability Insurance and carried out under method statements and risk assessments tailored to your site. ## Leaf Clearance — Frequently Asked Questions How much does leaf clearance cost?+ Domestic visit: £60–£200 depending on area. Seasonal contracts: discounted per visit. When should I book?+ Most leaf drop is October–December; book early September for first visit. Do you clear gutters too?+ Yes — combined service available, additional cost. What about the leaves?+ Bagged and removed (default) or composted on site (free, requires space). Can you do regular visits?+ Yes — typical contract is 3–5 visits Oct–Dec, scheduled in advance. Commercial sites?+ Yes — documented visits for occupier's liability compliance. What about snow clearance?+ We don't currently offer snow clearance routinely; ask if needed. Are you insured?+ Fully — £1m PL. ## Related Services [ Clearance & Ground Work ### Site Clearance ](/services/site-clearance)[ Clearance & Ground Work ### Vegetation Clearance ](/services/vegetation-clearance)[ Commercial & Estate ### Commercial Grounds Maintenance ](/services/commercial-grounds-maintenance)[ Hedges ### Hedge Trimming ](/services/hedge-trimming) [Tree Surgeon Stafford](/)[All Tree Services](/services)[Service Areas](/service-areas)[Free Quote](/contact) ## Ready For a Free Quote on Leaf Clearance? Free site visit, fixed-price written quote, no pressure. Call directly or send a few details — most quotes back within 24 hours. 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