Hedge trimming in Powassan and North Bay typically costs between $75 and $300 per visit, depending on the total linear footage of hedge, the height that needs to be trimmed, the species, and how long it has been since the last trim. A well-maintained 30-foot cedar hedge at five to six feet tall falls at the lower end of this range. A 100-foot property border hedge that has been neglected for two or more years will be at the higher end due to the additional labour and debris volume. Martin Services provides free estimates for all hedge trimming work across Powassan, North Bay, and surrounding communities.
Factors That Affect Pricing
Linear footage is the most obvious cost factor — more hedge means more labour. Height is the second major factor because hedges over six feet require ladders or platform work, which slows the process and requires additional safety considerations. Species matters because different plants trim at different speeds — cedar trims quickly with power hedge shears, while some deciduous hedges with thicker branches require more selective hand pruning. The biggest variable is maintenance history — a hedge trimmed annually takes a fraction of the time compared to one that has been growing unchecked for several years and requires significant material removal to bring back to an acceptable shape.
Annual vs Occasional Trimming
Clients who commit to annual trimming consistently pay less per visit because the work is quicker and produces less debris. Annual maintenance keeps cuts in the green growth zone where hedges respond well, rather than requiring cuts into old wood that may not regenerate. Martin Services recommends annual trimming for most hedge species in Northern Ontario — once per year for cedar hedges and slow-growing evergreens, and one to two times per year for faster-growing deciduous hedges like privet and dogwood. Setting up a regular trimming schedule also means your hedges maintain a consistent, clean appearance year after year rather than cycling between overgrown and freshly cut.
Getting an Accurate Quote
Martin Services can provide accurate hedge trimming estimates over the phone or using satellite imagery for most properties. We need to know the approximate length and height of the hedge, the species if you know it, and roughly when it was last trimmed. With 35 years of experience trimming hedges across the Nipissing District, we can estimate labour time accurately based on these details and provide a firm quote before any work begins.
Need hedge trimming? Call Martin Services at (249) 506-9211 for a free estimate.