Merry Christmas from the Big Jolly Fella and his Elves

A Very Grass-y Christmas and a Sparkling New Year from all at Big Sam's

Well folks as 2025 draws to a close: 

Big Sam The Mowing Man has settled the mowers for resting, the grass has finally stopped growing, and the only thing he is trimming this month is the Turkey.

Whilst Big Sam The Window Man is making the final reindeer dash to the end of year, dodging fairy lights and removing the odd Christmas bauble from a blocked gutter, with the odd mince pie along the way.

As Christmas jingles into East Sussex, we have swapped our usual lawn stripes for candy canes and window cleaning poles for sleigh bells, to take a moment to thank all of our lovely customers old and new in Uckfield, Heathfield, Hailsham, Polegate, Lewes and every village, town, and tea-making home in between.

It’s been a brilliant year, and before we officially pop on our paper crowns and dive into the Chocolate tin, we thought we’d share a little festive cheer (and maybe a gentle reminder or two… because we’ll be back before you know it!).

A Big Thank You (Like: Santa-Sized)

To everyone who booked with us this year, waved from the window, offered a biscuit, or just trusted us with your home and garden - we are seriously grateful.

From those chimney top windows in Polegate to those long lawns in Mayfield and gutters over flowing in Uckfield, every job has been a joy - Even the mossy lawns and green windows!

We’ve had hot days, surprise rainstorms, barking dogs, kids shouting, wildlife rescue and more than a few friendly chats over the garden gate.

It’s what makes doing this job in East Sussex such a pleasure.

The Mowing and Windows May Be Paused … But Leanne Never Stops! 

Even though the water tanks have been drained and mower engines are quiet, Leanne is still very much on duty answering queries, and sending updates. She is firing on all pistons to ensure the end of year close down is complete before looking ahead to booking in the first window cleans of 2026 and ensuring your spring lawn care slots are ready to book as soon as the sun shines.

If you are a long term loyal customers you will know: we don’t mess around when it comes to being organised! You’ll get text alerts, social media updates, fast replies, and a proper human touch. It’s home care, but with heart.

So if you’re sat with a mulled wine wondering if it’s too early to book your March Mow or your Blow up snowman is getting flooded by an overflowing blocked gutter - well it is never too early or out of season and the elves (well, Leanne) are ready and waiting.

A Bit from the Big Man himself

(Sam not Santa that is!)

2025 started with a boom and we welcomed more new customers than ever across March and April (71 to be exact) - then in May I took a hot foot over to Mowing whilst Darrel took an unexpected lay down!

With Alistair, Ash, Keith, James and Leanne's 'can do' attitude we marched on like a parade of pipers pipping keeping those lawns crisp and windows gleaming.

We have closed off 2025 with celebrations for 10 years in business and 40th birthdays (me not looking quite as fresh as the business), welcoming back Darrel and expanding the team with Gary being welcomed to the Big Sam family.

A few little festive tips for those windows:

• Keep those windows ventilated to avoid build up of damp inside.
• Remove any window decorations, especially cello tape, to avoid leaving nasty marks stickier than Christmas pudding.
• Its never too late for a gutter vac - The frosty mornings will continue into January, and our gutter clearance continues throughout the year.
• If great aunt Dot unwelcomingly comments on your grubby tops (or bottoms) - then we can bring back the sparkle with a soffit and fascia clean in the new year.
• Most of all Have fun and a restful break - we will be back to conquer the sticky finger marks in January.

A Bit from The Mowing Man

Not quite the year, I had expected but it was great to catch the end of the mowing season and check Sam hadn't broken too much in my absence.

The equipment is all cleaned and had its yearly spa at PP Estates, we are ready to rock and roll in 20256 as soon as the weather allows us.

Your grass is mostly sleeping, through the frosty mornings and dark evenings, - But that doesn’t mean you should forget about it completely.

A few little festive tips:

• Clear any leaves or decorations sitting on the grass

        (even that inflatable Santa).

• Avoid walking on frozen lawns - it’s not good for the turf
  
• Keep an eye out for moss trying to move in.
  
• Treat your lawn like your nan’s best tablecloth: don’t spill stuff on it, and don’t leave things sitting on it too long.

Come March, we will be back with freshly serviced mowers, crisp blades, and the same friendly service you know and love.

But here’s the thing: first cut slots go fast!

Whether you’re in Uckfield, Heathfield, Hailsham, or somewhere lovely nearby, now’s the perfect time to reserve your spot.

Beat the spring rush and let us worry about the mowing, while you worry about... well, probably Easter eggs by then.

From our Family to yours

As a small, local business, we’re not just about cleaning windows, clearing down pipes or cutting grass, we are about community.

And this year, like every year, we have loved getting to know our community and customers better: watching your garden grow, moving home with you, and being part of your everyday life.

So from Sam, Leanne, Alistair, Darrel, Ash and Gary and the rest of the unofficial team

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Wonderful New Year

Enjoy the roast potatoes, don’t forget to water the tree (not the lawn) and be sure to Deck the halls with bells of Holly - the windows too.