This depends on the size of the tree and where it is. Larger or wider trees are naturally more difficult to fell, meaning they cost more to bring down. If the tree is next to any buildings, this will also make it more difficult to fell and, therefore, cost more.
We have full public liability insurance for all our services. This covers injury to our team and members of the public. Our insurance also covers any property damage incurred during our work.
Our team is fully NPTC qualified for your peace of mind. We also follow the latest tree industry regulations on every job we do, including LOLER 1998, PUWER 1998, HSWA 1974 and BS3 998.
We leave every property spotless once our work is complete. If you are having a tree felled, we will remove the tree entirely, including any twigs, branches and fallen leaves.
This depends on the services you request. The nature of our work sometimes involves noise and disruption. When using chainsaws, stump grinders or wood chippers, there will be a level of noise. Naturally, we will do our best to keep this disruption to a minimum.
If your trees or areas of woodland are protected by a TPO, you will need to apply for permission to prune or fell them. You will do this with your local planning authority. If you're unsure how to do this or whether you need to at all, our tree surgeons will be happy to offer professional advice.
It's always prudent to check if your trees are subject to preservation orders. Your property might also stand within a Conservation Area. In both of these cases, you will need to apply for permission before any tree work is carried out. If you do not secure permission before beginning the work, you risk facing significant fines.
Working with trees is a specialist occupation that can often be dangerous. Our tree surgeons have all the appropriate qualifications and training to remain safe at work. Not only are these qualifications and training important for your safety while the work is ongoing, but they can also affect your safety in the future.
We assess all the tree work you request on an individual basis. This is the best way to charge fair prices for our services. Our team will determine how much the work will cost once we've seen what you need. However, we aim to provide a cost-effective service at all times.
Trees are a great addition to any property. However, when they grow too close to your home, they can present serious problems. We generally advise keeping a safe distance of 1.5m between your property and any trees nearby. Diseased trees should be a minimum of 1 tree length away from any property.
This depends on the species of trees and hedges you have on your property. However, in most cases, it's best to work on them during the Autumn and Winter. This is because they will be dormant, between their leaves falling and new buds sprouting in the Spring. During this period, any wounds created during the work will heal when they start growing again in the Spring.
Regular maintenance work is the best way to care for trees. This is the best way to ensure they remain healthy and can prevent diseases from spreading early on.
As the property owner, you are responsible for ensuring your trees are safe. Assessing whether a tree is dangerous is best done by a professional arborist, such as ourselves. If you're worried about a diseased or potentially dangerous tree, contact our team today.
You can remove branches or leaves that hang over onto your side of the property boundary. However, if there is something seriously wrong with your neighbour's tree, you will have to discuss it with them.
If you have birds or bats nesting in your trees, they are automatically protected. You cannot perform any work on these trees until the nesting season is over.