6Foot Landscaping – Terms and Conditions
1. Acceptance of Quote
1.1 Quotes are valid for fourteen (14) days from the date of issue unless otherwise stated.
1.2 Acceptance may be made by signed acceptance, email, SMS, payment of a deposit, written approval, instruction to proceed, or permitting works to commence.
1.3 Acceptance of the Quote constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.
1.4 Quotes accepted outside the validity period may be subject to revised pricing.
1.5 The person accepting the Quote warrants that they are authorised to enter into this agreement on behalf of all owners, occupiers, companies, trusts, body corporates and other interested parties associated with the property.
2. Scope of Works and Variations
2.1 6Foot Landscaping will perform the works described in the Quote.
2.2 Any work not expressly included in the Quote is excluded.
2.3 A variation includes any additional work, labour, materials, equipment, disposal, repairs, investigations, delays, access issues, hidden conditions, utility conflicts, customer requests, regulatory requirements or circumstances that were not reasonably identifiable at the time the Quote was prepared.
2.4 Variations may result in additional charges and extensions of time.
2.5 Except as provided in clause 2.7, variations must be approved by the Customer in writing before the variation work is carried out. Approval by email or SMS (including a clear affirmative reply to a written variation notice) is sufficient.
2.6 6Foot Landscaping will notify the Customer of the nature of the variation and the additional cost, or the method of calculating it, before seeking approval.
2.7 The Customer authorises 6Foot Landscaping to carry out, without prior written approval, only such work as is reasonably necessary and urgent to:
(a) protect persons or property;
(b) prevent ongoing damage;
(c) rectify unsafe conditions; or
(d) make safe an exposed or damaged underground service,
and 6Foot Landscaping will notify the Customer of any such work, and its cost, on the same day where practicable.
2.8 The costs of any work performed under clause 2.7 shall constitute a variation and be payable by the Customer.
2.9 All approved or authorised variations shall form part of this agreement.
3. Site Access and Customer Responsibilities
3.1 The Customer must provide safe, unrestricted and continuous access to the work area.
3.2 The Customer is responsible for ensuring the site is free from vehicles, furniture, toys, animal waste, personal belongings and other obstructions unless otherwise agreed.
3.3 Additional labour, cleaning, disposal, equipment hire or delays resulting from site conditions may be charged as a variation.
3.4 If access is restricted, unsafe or unavailable, 6Foot Landscaping may suspend works and recover all resulting costs.
4. Existing Site Conditions
4.1 The Customer acknowledges that landscaping, turfing, irrigation, drainage and ground preparation works are carried out on existing sites with varying conditions.
4.2 Hidden conditions, weather events, soil composition, drainage characteristics, underground infrastructure, site constraints, pre-existing defects and other factors may affect the final outcome of the works.
4.3 Any additional labour, equipment, materials, disposal costs or delays arising from unforeseen site conditions shall constitute a variation.
5. Hidden Conditions
5.1 Quotes are based upon conditions visible at the time of inspection.
5.2 If hidden or unforeseen conditions are encountered, including but not limited to rock, concrete, footings, buried waste, roots, unsuitable soil, contamination, irrigation infrastructure, drainage infrastructure, utilities or obstructions, 6Foot Landscaping may suspend works and issue a variation for additional costs incurred.
5.3 Hidden conditions do not constitute grounds for cancellation or withholding payment.
6. Underground Services and Infrastructure
6.1 The Customer is solely responsible for identifying and clearly marking the location of all known underground, concealed and private services before works commence.
6.2 Such services include, but are not limited to:
Irrigation systems
Water pipes
Stormwater infrastructure
Sewer lines
Electrical cables
Communications cables
NBN infrastructure
Internet cables
Data cables
Lighting cables
Pet containment wiring
Drainage systems
Gas services
Tanks
Pits
Any other underground infrastructure
6.3 Where requested, 6Foot Landscaping may walk the property with the Customer to assist in identifying known services. The Customer remains solely responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all information provided.
6.4 The Customer warrants that all known services have been disclosed and accurately marked prior to commencement of works.
6.5 6Foot Landscaping will exercise reasonable care during the works but shall not be liable for loss, damage, repair costs, delays or consequential losses arising from:
(a) services not disclosed by the Customer;
(b) services inaccurately, incompletely or insufficiently identified, disclosed or marked;
(c) services located differently from where represented;
(d) services not reasonably detectable prior to works;
(e) services installed at abnormal depths;
(f) services installed outside applicable standards, codes, regulations or accepted industry practice;
(g) services installed without marker tape, tracer wire, plans or other identification;
(h) abandoned, redundant or undocumented infrastructure.
6.6 The Customer acknowledges that private irrigation systems, lighting cables, internet cables, drainage lines and similar infrastructure are frequently installed without plans, records or identification. The risk of locating and identifying such infrastructure remains with the Customer.
6.7 Where an undisclosed, incorrectly marked, non-compliant, unusually shallow, damaged, abandoned, undocumented or otherwise unforeseeable service is encountered, 6Foot Landscaping may immediately suspend works, expose the service, make the area safe, arrange repairs, engage specialist contractors or take any other action reasonably required.
6.8 All resulting labour, materials, repairs, investigations, delays, contractor costs, equipment costs and associated expenses shall constitute a variation and be payable by the Customer.
7. Materials and Product Availability
7.1 Material availability is subject to supplier stock.
7.2 6Foot Landscaping may substitute comparable products of similar quality and function where specified materials become unavailable.
7.3 Natural products including turf, soil, sand, mulch, timber and stone may vary in colour, appearance, texture and performance.
8. Measurement Variations
8.1 Measurements, quantities and areas provided before commencement are estimates only unless otherwise stated.
8.2 Actual quantities supplied or installed may vary and may result in adjustments to the final contract price where applicable.
9. Deposits and Payment
9.1 A deposit of fifty percent (50%) is required before scheduling works or ordering materials.
9.2 Deposits become non-refundable once materials have been ordered, allocated or works have been scheduled.
9.3 For projects with a quoted value of $50,000 or greater, or where otherwise specified in the quotation, 6Foot Landscaping may require staged progress payments. Unless otherwise stated in writing, the payment schedule will be: (a) 50% deposit upon acceptance of the quotation; (b) 25% progress payment due upon commencement of works; and (c) 25% final payment due upon practical completion.
9.4 Any project-specific payment schedule contained within a quotation will override the standard payment provisions of these Terms and Conditions to the extent of any inconsistency.
9.5 The balance becomes due immediately upon practical completion of the works.
9.6 Practical completion occurs when the works are substantially complete and capable of being used for their intended purpose despite minor defects, adjustments or touch-ups.
9.7 Invoices are payable immediately upon issue.
10. Late Payment and Recovery Costs
10.1 Overdue amounts may incur interest at a rate of five percent (5%) per annum above the Reserve Bank of Australia cash rate, calculated daily.
10.2 Package or promotional pricing is conditional upon payment being made in accordance with these Terms.
10.3 The Customer agrees to pay all reasonable costs incurred in recovering overdue amounts, including debt collection costs, legal fees on a solicitor-client basis, court fees and enforcement costs.
11. Retention of Title
11.1 Ownership of materials supplied remains with 6Foot Landscaping until all amounts owing have been paid in full.
12. Weather and Delays
12.1 Completion dates are estimates only.
12.2 6Foot Landscaping shall not be liable for delays caused by weather, supplier shortages, labour shortages, equipment breakdowns, hidden site conditions, government actions or other circumstances beyond its reasonable control.
12.3 Completion dates may be adjusted accordingly.
13. Turf, Lawn and Drainage Outcomes
13.1 Turf, lawn and landscape performance depends on weather, irrigation, maintenance, soil conditions, drainage, pests, disease and factors beyond the control of 6Foot Landscaping.
13.2 The Customer is responsible for following all watering, maintenance and aftercare instructions.
13.3 6Foot Landscaping does not warrant against turf loss, lawn decline, pest damage, disease, drought stress, flooding, neglect or failure to follow aftercare instructions.
13.4 Unless expressly stated in writing, 6Foot Landscaping does not warrant that works will eliminate all drainage issues, ponding, flooding, water retention or water movement across the property.
13.5 Lawn health improvements and aesthetic outcomes cannot be guaranteed and may vary due to factors outside the control of 6Foot Landscaping.
14. Existing Irrigation Systems
14.1 Existing irrigation systems may contain defects, leaks, blockages, wear, damage, incorrect installation or faults not visible prior to commencement.
14.2 6Foot Landscaping shall not be responsible for pre-existing defects discovered during or after the works.
14.3 Any repairs, replacements or modifications required shall constitute a variation.
15. Subcontractors
15.1 6Foot Landscaping may engage subcontractors, suppliers and specialists to carry out any part of the works.
16. Limitation of Liability
16.1 To the maximum extent permitted by law, 6Foot Landscaping shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, incidental, special or economic loss.
16.2 To the maximum extent permitted by law, the total aggregate liability of 6Foot Landscaping arising from the works shall not exceed the total amount paid by the Customer under the relevant Quote.
16.3 Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts or modifies any rights or guarantees that cannot lawfully be excluded under Australian Consumer Law.
17. Defects Notification
17.1 The Customer is asked to notify 6Foot Landscaping in writing of any alleged defect as soon as practicable, and preferably within seven (7) days of practical completion, to allow prompt inspection and rectification.
17.2 Nothing in this clause limits any rights the Customer may have under the Australian Consumer Law.
18. Photography and Marketing
18.1 The Customer grants 6Foot Landscaping permission to photograph and record the works before, during and after completion.
18.2 Images and recordings may be used for marketing, advertising, social media, websites, training and business purposes.
18.3 Personal identifying information will not be disclosed without consent.
19. Cancellation
19.1 Cancellation requests must be made in writing.
19.2 Where the Customer cancels after accepting the Quote, 6Foot Landscaping may retain the deposit and recover costs incurred for labour, administration, materials, hire equipment and supplier commitments.
19.3 Any costs incurred beyond the deposit remain payable by the Customer.
20. Dispute Resolution
20.1 The parties agree to attempt to resolve disputes through good faith negotiations.
20.2 If a dispute cannot be resolved within fourteen (14) days, either party may refer the matter to mediation before commencing court proceedings, except where debt recovery action is required.
21. Privacy
21.1 Personal information may be collected, used and stored for the purpose of providing services, communicating with customers and marketing future services.
21.2 Information will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
22. Governing Law
22.1 These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia.
22.2 The parties submit to the jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland.
23. Amendments to Terms and Conditions
23.1 6Foot Landscaping may amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time.
23.2 Any amended Terms and Conditions shall apply to Quotes issued after the date of publication.
23.3 The Terms and Conditions in force at the time a Quote is accepted shall continue to apply to that Quote unless otherwise agreed in writing by both parties.
23.4 Where the Customer requests additional works, variations, maintenance services, ongoing programs or future works, 6Foot Landscaping may require acceptance of its then-current Terms and Conditions before proceeding.
24. Entire Agreement
24.1 This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.
24.2 The Customer acknowledges that they have not relied upon any representation, statement, promise, estimate or undertaking not expressly contained within the Quote or these Terms and Conditions.
24.3 Any amendment to this agreement must be agreed in writing by both parties.
25. Severability
25.1 If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
26. Regulated Building Work
26.1 Where the works, or any part of them, constitute domestic building work regulated under Schedule 1B of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991 (Qld), the parties will enter into a separate written contract complying with that Schedule before those works commence.
26.2 To the extent of any inconsistency between these Terms and Conditions and a contract entered into under clause 26.1, the contract under clause 26.1 prevails in respect of the regulated works.
Last Updated: 10 July 2026
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