What to know before you book a tree surgeon — pricing, permissions, timing and waste.
If the tree has a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or sits in a Conservation Area, yes — you need consent or to give the council 6 weeks notice. We check this for every quote and handle the paperwork on your behalf.
Most deciduous trees are best pruned in late autumn or winter when they’re dormant. Cherry, plum and birch prefer summer pruning. Hedges are typically cut once or twice a year, avoiding nesting season (March–August) unless we’ve checked for active nests.
It depends on size, access and waste disposal. Small reductions start around £150; full removals of large trees can be £1,000+. Every quote is free, fixed and in writing before any work starts.
Yes. Branches go through our chipper, logs are loaded onto the van, and the site is swept down. You won’t be left with bags of green waste.
Yes — fully insured with public liability cover. We can send our certificate over before the job starts if you’d like to see it.
Most species (laurel, privet, beech, yew) tolerate hard pruning. Leylandii will not regrow from old brown wood, so reductions are a one-way trip — we’ll always tell you what’s safe.
By law you can cut back branches to the boundary line, but you should offer the cuttings back to the neighbour. We can advise on doing this without causing a row — a quick chat with them beforehand usually solves it.
Yes. For dangerous, hung-up or fallen trees in our area we aim to attend same-day or next-morning. Call or WhatsApp with photos so we can prioritise.
Yes — usually in the same visit as a removal. We grind 6–12 inches below ground level so you can re-turf, plant or pave over the spot.
