Our Process

Felling (ground) & dismantling (climbing, mews, crane) is the complete removal of the tree leaving a stump at the specified height. 

Trees need be removed for a variety of reasons but often down to size, location and disease. 

Crown reduction (reducing height and spread of the canopy), thinning (removing selected growth)  & lifting (removing lower branches) is the management of a trees shape and size. 

This is done to reduce the stress from weight or "wind sail" on the overall tree, or specific limbs due to size or disease. To improve the shape and appearance of a tree and to provide more light.

Pollarding is the process of removing all growth leaving the bare framework. 

Pruning is reducing the tree to specific growth points. 

Pollarding & pruning are techniques to control size, shape and to manage (epicormic) growth.  Not all trees respond well to pollarding/pruning and all require ongoing management. 

Hedge trimming is the cutting of excess growth to control the size, shape and health of a hedge. 

Whilst regular trimming controls size & shape it also promotes fuller growth adding to the aesthetic and health of a hedge. 

Stump grinding is the removal of a stump to below ground level. 

Stump grinding is done for aesthetic and safety (tripping) reasons but also to avoid unwanted regrowth as certain species will coppice.

We can act as an agent for you working with the local council to navigate through the planning process. Understanding the process and using the correct terminology greatly increases the chance of obtaining permission.