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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you assist with planning permissions for tree work?
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Yes, our arboricultural consultants are experienced in dealing with local authority planning requirements and can provide necessary reports and advice.
How do I know if a tree needs to be removed?
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Signs that a tree may need removal include significant deadwood, large cracks in the trunk, or root damage. Our professional arborists can assess the health and safety of your tree and recommend the best course of action.
What are the benefits of professional hedge maintenance over doing it myself?
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Professional maintenance ensures that your hedges are aesthetically pleasing and healthy reduces the risk of improper cuts that can lead to disease, and saves you time and effort.
How often should I have my trees inspected?
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Generally, it’s advisable to have your trees inspected regularly (we suggest every 2 years), or immediately after any significant events such as storms, to ensure ongoing safety and health.
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Where the Trees Step Back (A quiet look at Rodborough Common) There are places where trees take centre stage, and then there are places where they don’t. Rodborough Common is very much the latter. At first glance, it’s all about the openness. Wide skies, rolling ground, long views stretching out across the valley. It’s […]
Why Is My Box Hedge Turning Brown? Few plants are as closely associated with the British garden as Box (which also happens to be one of a small club of native trees and large shrubs). Whether clipped into neat hedges, elegant topiary balls, spirals, or intricate parterres, Box has been a favourite of gardeners for […]
The Treehouse Years (And what they quietly teach us about trees) It’s funny how certain ideas seem to belong entirely to our childhoods. Treehouses are one of them. You don’t hear many adults saying, “I’m thinking of building a treehouse this weekend.” But mention it to a child and something shifts immediately. Eyes […]
Ash Dieback – Where Are We Now? 🌳 Over the past decade, Ash Dieback has dramatically changed the British landscape. Most people will now have seen Ash trees with thinning crowns, dead branches, or entire sections of woodland where the trees are clearly struggling. It is, sadly, something we are becoming increasingly used to seeing […]
So what is going on? Every year, around this time, we start to see the same two things happening in gardens. Fruit trees are suddenly shedding young fruit, and people are wondering whether they should be getting the secateurs out. If you’ve noticed small apples, plums, or pears dropping to the ground recently, don’t worry, […]
The Hedge That Does Everything A closer look at the Common Hawthorn There are some trees that people go out of their way to see, and then there are those that get on with things in the background. The Crataegus monogyna firmly belongs in the second group. It’s the hedge you drive past without noticing. […]
Caring for Young Trees A Small Investment Now Will Pay Dividends Later 🌳 Following on from my earlier email encouraging tree planting, it felt like a good moment to revisit something just as important: what happens after the tree goes in the ground. Planting a tree is a genuine investment. But like any investment, its […]
Trees and Boundaries: A Straightforward Guide for Homeowners 🌳 When it comes to trees and boundaries, this is one of the most common sources of confusion we encounter. Who owns the tree? Who is responsible for it? And what can you legally do if branches or roots are affecting your property? The answers are often […]
The Hidden Life of Trees: Why Bugs Matter More Than You Think 🐞🌳 When we look at a tree, we tend to notice the obvious: the shape, the leaves, the blossom and perhaps the shade it casts on a warm day. But what we don’t often see is the extraordinary world of insects living in, […]
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do your tree services cost?
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The cost varies depending on the complexity and size of the job. Our services start from £200 for basic tasks like pruning and can exceed £1,000 for larger jobs like tree removal. Contact us for a free, detailed quote.
What areas do you cover?
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We serve Gloucestershire and the surrounding counties, generally within an hour’s drive of Stroud. Our consultancy services extend to South Wales and the M4 corridor.
Are your tree surgeons qualified?
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Yes, all our tree surgeons are fully trained and certified, adhering to British Standard 3998:2010. We are also Arboricultural Association Approved Contractors since 1985.
Do you offer free quotes?
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Yes, we provide free, no-obligation quotes for all our services. Contact us to schedule a visit and receive a detailed estimate.
What happens to the waste from tree work?
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We recycle 100% of the tree waste generated from our jobs, ensuring an eco-friendly approach to all our services.
Are you insured?
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Yes, we hold comprehensive public liability insurance up to £5 million, professional indemnity insurance, and employer’s liability insurance up to £10 million.
Can you assist with planning permissions for tree work?
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Yes, our arboricultural consultants are experienced in dealing with local authority planning requirements and can provide necessary reports and advice.
How quickly can you complete the work?
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Our schedule depends on current bookings, but we typically can arrange to start work within 1-2 weeks. We also offer emergency services for urgent tree issues.
What should I do in case of a tree emergency?
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For emergencies such as storm damage or fallen trees, contact us immediately. We provide emergency call-out services to handle urgent tree-related issues.
How do I know if a tree needs to be removed?
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Signs that a tree may need removal include significant deadwood, large cracks in the trunk, or root damage. Our professional arborists can assess the health and safety of your tree and recommend the best course of action.