TRUSTED GARDEN MAINTENANCE SERVICES

It might be! You might live within a Conservation Area or your specific tree could be protected by a tree preservation order (TPO). Its easy to find out, simply call your local council planning dept and they should be able to confirm over the phone. We will also check this as part of your quotation. 

We work closely with local Tree Officers and are more than happy to assist with your application. We are happy to advise on this and apply on your behalf if you prefer. 

It really depends on the species of tree and the specification. As a general rule, non blooming trees and shrubs should be pruned in late winter when fully dormant whilst Spring blooming trees and shrubs should be pruned immediately after they have flowered. We are happy to come and provide advice, we can ensure that your trees are worked on at the correct time of year, securing you a suitable date in the diary.

We pride ourselves on our tidiness. Our team of groundsmen chip brash straight into our trucks using a chipper. The site is then brushed, raked and finally our blower removes any dust and debris. However, should you wish, logs and wood chip can remain on site for your own use. We like our customers to be on site during our visits so that we can be sure you are happy with the results before we leave.

We are very proud of our team and our skill base. All staff are NPTC qualified and can show certificates on request. Refresher courses are undertaken by all staff on a regular basis. All staff have CSCS cards for construciton work as well as being first aid qualified. We also have years of combined experience so be assured that you are in safe hands.

We have Arborist Specific Public Liability and Employers Liability Insurance up to £10,000,0000 which can be provided on request.

Yes, after we have received your enquiry we will contact you to arrange a suitable appointment time. We will meet with you on site and discuss all of your requirements. We are happy go through all of your concerns and offer free advice. In most cases we will provide you with an immediate verbal quotation during our visit and then send through an email confirmation for your records shortly afterwards.

Legally you have the right to cut back branches to your boundary. You cannot however trespass on a neighbour’s property, or climb the tree without their permission. The tree may also be covered by a TPO or Conservation area so it is always advisable to get the advice of an expert and speak to your neighbour first! Please get in touch for more info.

Nesting season is officially from March to August with the busiest time for the majority of nesting birds is from 1st March to 31st July, obviously, this can vary from year to year depending on the weather!

It is an urban myth that you cannot carry out any works on trees or hedges during this period. Works can be completed, providing there is no evidence of birds nesting. We would always carry out a full inspection before commencing any work during this period and will stop work immediatly should we find a nest. The works will then be rescheduled for a later date.

Dangerous trees may be worked on during this time and Ecologists may be employed by commercial clients  in order to grant permission to larger scale jobs if necessary. 

If your tree is felled, we will cut it as low to the ground as our chain saw allows (without blunting the blades!). The stump can be treated to kill the remaining roots or we can grind out the stump with specialist machinery for an additional charge.

Signs can include cracking of the mortar and brickwork. Driveways may lift under root growth and branches can grow into facias and gutters causing flooding. The severity of damage can be anything from cosmetic to structural, so it is always worth a visit from a professional to establish the cause and extent of the damage. 

We are happy to assist in all kinds of tree related incident. We will always try our best to help in any scenario. During extreme weather we will always prioritise emergency tree work and understand the urgency of the situation.

As long as your tree isn’t protected by a Preservation Order and you are not in a Conservation area, then you do not need Council Permission. It is very important to check first though! We can assist with this so feel free to get in touch.

We normally find a solution for narrow access and we can use a range of equipment to cope with small areas. We love a challenge! Simply get in touch for a quotation, we can assess the site and give you an honest answer.

Felling a tree will leave a visible stump, however we do offer a stump grinding service. Stump grinding effectively mulches up the stump left after felling to below ground level. It is especially useful if you are wishing to lawn, or replant the site of a felled tree. It should be noted that stump grinding does not remove tree roots.

You can get a free quote by giving us a call on 01530 817220 or filling out one of the get in touch forms on the website. We will contact you to arrange a convenient time to meet with you on site and chat rhough your requirements.