Crown Thinning
This is the removal of selected live branches growing throughout the crown of the tree. Crown thinning can result in an even distribution of foliage therefore allowing light penetration and reducing wind resistance on the tree. This type of pruning can reduce the potential for storm damage.
Crown Reduction
This is done to allow the continued conservation of the tree where structural problems might otherwise demand the loss of the tree. Crown reduction is used to reduce the height and/or spread of the crown of a tree by the removal of the ends of the branches whilst maintaining the trees natural shape as far as possible.
Crown Lifting
This is the selective removal of the lower branches of the tree crown. This is done to prevent danger to pedestrians or vehicles which may pass the tree, or it can be done to allow light through.
Pollarding
This is a heavy crown reduction technique and is appropriate where the crown of a tree is too large for its location or in some instances where extensive defects and weaknesses might make the tree unstable. Severe pruning of this type can cause vigorous re-growth on the tree.
Tree Felling/Removal
This is the complete removal of a tree. It is necessary to do this to dead, dying or diseased trees to prevent damage or injuries. This can be done by straight felling (where space permits) or by dismantling the tree in sections.
Stump Removal
In some circumstances stump removal may be necessary, the stump may be in the wrong place or may continue to produce sucker shoots depending on its species. Felling alone may not kill the trees root system. In which case we have access to a variety of machinery to accommodate this service depending on location, access and size. Stump removal is often the last stage of permanent tree removal, as once trees have been felled, you will have been left with an unsightly, ground level stump. If this is not an issue for you it can be left in the ground but may cause problems in the future. These problems include the likes of root diseases and fungi such as honey fungus. After the stump has been removed the area is then ready to be prepared for turfing, fencing, brickwork, planting or whatever else is desired.
Hedges
We can also carry out hedge pruning and height reduction, ensuring the work in completed safely and left neatly.