Arboriculture

Arboriculture Services

Tree Pruning

Tree Pruning is a vital aspect of tree care, involving the careful removal of living or dead parts of a tree to enhance its health, safety, and appearance. Here is an overview of our pruning services and techniques:

Why Prune?
Pruning may be needed for many various reasons, including improving a tree’s overall health, enhancing its form and structural integrity, ensuring the safety of people and property, and preventing obstructions.

"Pruning may be needed for many various reasons, including improving a tree’s overall health"

Types of Pruning

Formative Pruning

Focused on improving the tree's form and shape, particularly in its early stages of growth.

Crown Cleaning

Removing deadwood to prevent hazards from falling branches.

Crown Thinning

Reducing the density of the canopy to increase light penetration and air circulation.

Crown Lifting

Raising the canopy by removing lower branches to clear walkways, roads, or buildings.

Crown Reduction

Reducing the overall size of the canopy while keeping its natural shape.

Reduction Away from Buildings

Pruning to prevent branches from obstructing or damaging nearby structures.

Pruning Methods

We adhere to the highest industry standards, including BS3998 and Industry Codes of Practice, ensuring that all pruning is conducted safely and effectively by our team.

Our expert teams are trained to assess and execute the proper pruning techniques, maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of your trees.

From the Ground

Using tools and techniques that allow pruning without climbing.

Access via MEWP (Mobile Elevated Work Platform)

Safe and efficient pruning for taller trees.

Access via Climbing

Skilled climbers reach and prune even the most challenging areas.

Arboriculture Services

Tree Removal

Reasons for Removal:
Trees may need to be removed if they are severely damaged by adverse weather conditions or other influences, affecting their stability or safety.

Removal Methods:

  • Straight Fell: Employs specialised cutting techniques at the base of the tree, allowing it to fall in a controlled manner into an open area. Ideal for locations with ample space.
  • Sectional Felling: Involves dismantling the tree piece by piece, used when space is limited or when direct felling would pose safety risks.
  • Aerial Tree Rigging: Uses ropes and pulleys to carefully lower tree sections to the ground, preventing damage to property or nearby vegetation.

 

Removal Standards and Health and Safety: Our team is highly experienced, trained and certified in all aspects of tree removal, adhering to all industry codes of practice, published by the Forest Industry Safety Accord (FISA) and the Arboricultural Association to ensure that every removal is performed with the utmost safety and professionalism.

"Trees may need to be removed if they are severely damaged"

Arboriculture Services

Stump Removal

Once a tree has been removed, our team is able to take care of removing the stump and roots with our Stump Grinders. We efficiently grind down the stump and roots, ensuring that your land is cleared and ready for repurposing. Whether planning to plant a new tree, install landscaping, or develop the area, our stump removal service paves the way for your next project with minimal disruption.

"We efficiently grind down the stump and roots, ensuring that your land is cleared and ready for repurposing."

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Contact Great Oaks Tree Services today for Arbory, Ground Maintenance or any queries relating to our training academy.