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Tree surgery is a vital part of urban and countryside living, utilising careful tree management practices to ensure people can live with them. As a result, tree surgery in Tiverton is a critical part of living with the trees in the town and the surrounding area. 

A tree surgeon helps you look after trees, whether it’s by pruning them, removing deadwood or removing them when they become a problem. A good tree surgeon will provide a variety of options in most cases, letting you choose the right one for your tree care needs. 

As a tree surgeon in Tiverton, I provide a variety of services, including,

• Pruning and trimming
• Felling and removal
• Chipping
• Hedge cutting
• Crown reductions and thinning

Each of these has a specific purpose.

This typically involves removing dead branches, checking for crossovers and cutting back overgrown branches. I commonly do this on fruit trees or small trees to reduce their size, aid fruit growth and generally manage the overall shape of the tree. A well-pruned tree will look good in a garden and complement its size, and it’s often easier to manage the fruit and leaves when they fall. I do a lot of leylandii trimming as well, cutting off the tops to produce a large, even hedge. 

Crown reductions and thinning are done on larger trees, but it amounts to the same thing as pruning and trimming. I work with you to determine what needs to be done and the overall effect you want. In many cases, removing a few larger branches (thinning)  can help open up the tree and help light through, while a reduction reduces the overall size of the tree by reducing the length of each branch. 

A lot of my work involves tree felling and removal. In many cases, this means taking trees down piece by piece, using ropes and pulleys to ensure no damage occurs. In other instances, there may be room for a simple fell, where I cut the base of the tree to remove it. In any case, I will take you through your options.

Western red cedar, leylandii and other hedges often get left for a few years, at which point it can pay to get a tree surgeon to trim, chip and remove the chip. Hedge trimming can improve light, reduce friction with neighbours and benefit your property.

Tree surgery in Tiverton is primarily about ensuring your trees are safe and suitable for the location. A large eucalyptus may look great at the end of 2-acre garden but be very intimidating when it’s growing 2 metres from the living room window. Similarly, a leylandii hedge may have grown out of control and need a professional climber to navigate the various stems. 

It all boils down to a combination of risk management and aesthetics. If you have a large tree near your house, you might need to reduce it to prevent it from succumbing to the ever-growing threat of storms. However, if you have a large hedge, it might be blocking light. Then there is the risk of root damage from ever-growing trees. A quick call, and you can nip this in the bud (pun intended) by getting a reduction or felling it.

In Tiverton, there is a huge variety of housing, from the estates in Palmeston Park and Cowleymoor to the modern housing near Ashley and the terraces of Belmont Road. Then there are the properties surrounding the town, whether you’re going to Bickleigh, Bolham, Chettiscombe or Withleigh. All of these require a custom plan of action to ensure you get the result you need. 

A reputable tree surgeon in Tiverton will have a number of qualifications, typically City & Guilds or LANTRA. I hold qualifications from City & Guilds for tree climbing, chainsaw use and tree felling, among others. 

In addition, tree surgeons should hold public liability covering them for tree surgery. I hold £5 million in public liability that covers all aspects of tree surgery. Always ask to see evidence of the insurance. It should state what they are insured for. If it doesn’t state tree surgery or arboricultural work, they may not be covered for works to trees. 

Finally, tree surgeons working in the UK should conduct a brief wildlife and nest inspection of the tree where possible. The Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 protects active nests, so all tree surgeons need to do this check before starting work during the nesting season.

A fully insured, licensed and reputable tree surgeon in Tiverton will likely charge between £350 and £500 a day, per person. However, if specialist equipment is required, such as a cherry picker or a crane, they will charge more per day to cover that cost. 

Always check whether the quote includes VAT, as many will forget to include that cost. My quotes always include the final price you will pay. 

Getting a reliable tree surgeon in Tiverton doesn’t have to be hard. Fill out the form or use my WhatsApp button to request a quote or get more details on the services I provide. I deliver high-quality, effective tree care services across Devon and Somerset for residential and business customers alike at a price that’s reasonable. Contact me today using the contact form, or call or WhatsApp me on 07866 726 863.