+ Why should I hire an arborist?
An arborist is a professional who knows how best to look after your tree. Hiring in a qualified and competent arborist will not only free up your time, but will also ensure that your tree is being given the best care and attention, and that the work is being carried out correctly and safely.
+ How much does tree surgery cost?
The cost of any tree work will always vary as it depends on many different factors.
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+ What is a Tree Preservation Order (TPO)?
A Tree Preservation Order is piece of legislation placed by the local council on a tree to protect it from injury or harm. A TPO can be placed on any tree at any time, and is usually applied to trees that have some commercial, cultural, social or environmental importance. As part of our service we will find out for you if there are any TPOs on your trees and advise you accordingly. Just because a TPO is in place does not mean work cannot be carried out. The penalties for killing a tree with a TPO on it can include a maximum fine of £20,000 or a six month prison sentence.
+ Is my tree dangerous?
A hazard assessment can be carried out on your tree in order to determine if it poses a risk to people or property. A follow up report will highlight any recommended actions.
+ Are tree roots undermining my house?
Tree roots will only grow where there is an adequate supply of water available. Roots will not go searching for water and certainly cannot penetrate solid, well built house foundations. Structures with inadequate footings such as sheds and walls may suffer from ground heave caused by spreading surface roots, but this can usually be avoided by either planting the tree in the right place, or ensuring to build far enough away from it.
+ What is lopping and topping?
Lopping and topping is now considered as bad arboricultural practice as it leads to tree health decline and failure. Correct pruning techniques should be used at all times to ensure the health and safety of your trees. People who are offering a 'lopping and topping' service should be avoided.
Read more about the effects of topping here.
+ What are my responsibilities as a tree owner?
Under the Occupiers Liability Act 1957 the tree owner has a duty of care and must ensure that no harm or injury befalls anyone or anything on their property. This includes injury or damage brought about by trees. The tree owner must show that due care and attention has been paid to the trees and that the owner has taken precautions to ensure that the tree or trees are safe and will not cause harm or injury.
+ My neighbours trees are overhanging my garden. What can I do?
You are entitled to prune or trim back anything that is encroaching onto your side of the boundary, but you must offer any branches cut back to your neighbour as they are still his property. You must also check for any Tree Preservation Orders or any other restrictions on the tree, and carry out the work so that it does not cause the tree to decline in health.
+ What will happen to all the logs and branches if you cut my tree down?
Any arisings can either be taken away for us to dispose of correctly, or left on site if you so wish. It is cheaper to leave the arisings on site, but then you may have the added problem of getting rid of them yourself.
Although ivy can provide food and shelter for a variety of birds, insects and mammals, heavy ivy coverage can result in a loss of tree vigour and increased structural damage. Trimming back excess ivy foliage and checking the tree for signs of ill health can mean that both ivy and tree can coexist quite happily together.
