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James was responsive to our request for a quote, for felling a large ash tree we suspected had died. He replied to messages quickly, turned up when he said he would, and was correct that our tree had in fact died. James was professional the whole time and we would have no hesitation in hiring and recommending him to others in the future.
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Super happy with the work from Jon. Really easy process from getting a quite to getting booked in. He did a fantastic job, and my garden was quite the jungle. Would definitely recommend.
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When a garden tree grows too large, it can quickly block out natural light, encroach on power lines, or threaten your property's structure during storms. Crown reduction effectively scales back the height and spread of a tree's canopy while protecting its structural integrity. Rated People connects you with qualified local specialists who safely trim, reshape, and maintain your trees. Post your job for free today.
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What can a tree crown reduction specialist help with?
Crown reduction is a highly technical pruning method that requires professional arboricultural knowledge. Done incorrectly, heavy cutting can shock or permanently damage a tree. Qualified tree surgeons use specialist ropes, harnesses, and cutting gear to manage your trees safely:
- Height and spread reduction: Selectively shortening the outer branches back to suitable growth points, reducing the overall volume of the canopy while maintaining its natural shape.
- Property and power line clearance: Safely cutting back branches that are dangerously close to roofing, windows, gutters, telephone wires, or overhead cables.
- Storm damage prevention: Reducing the weight and wind resistance of the upper canopy, significantly decreasing the risk of limbs snapping or the tree being uprooted in high winds.
- Deadwood removal: Identifying and removing decaying or diseased branches within the canopy to prevent them from falling and causing injury or property damage.
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How much does tree crown reduction cost?
The cost of a crown reduction varies considerably based on the type, health, and location of the tree. Because tree surgery involves working at height with inherent risks, professionals quote based on a few critical factors:
- Small trees (up to 5m): Reducing a smaller tree or large ornamental shrub typically costs between £150 and £300, usually taking just a couple of hours.
- Medium trees (5m to 10m): For standard garden trees like a silver birch or apple tree, expect quotes ranging from £300 to £600 depending on ease of access.
- Large trees (over 10m): Mature, massive species like oaks or beech trees require significant rigging and a full team. These complex projects generally cost between £600 and £1,200+.
- Waste disposal: Most quotes include chipping and disposing of the heavy foliage, but always check if green waste removal is bundled into your fixed price.
What is the difference between crown reduction and crown thinning?
While both methods improve the safety and look of your tree, they change the structure of the canopy in entirely different ways:
- Crown reduction: This scales down the physical boundary of the tree. It cuts back the longest outer limbs to physically reduce its height and lateral spread. It is used when a tree is physically too big for its location, or its branches are touching nearby structures.
- Crown thinning: This does not change the overall size or shape of the tree. Instead, the tree surgeon selectively removes smaller, weaker branches from inside the canopy. The goal is to allow more sunlight to pass through the tree and lower its wind resistance, without making the tree look smaller.
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What is tree 'topping' and why should it be avoided?
Topping is a harmful practice where the main upper trunk and branches are indiscriminately chopped straight across. This leaves large, ugly wounds that invite fungal disease and structural decay. Professional crown reduction instead uses selective, angled cuts that promote rapid, healthy regrowth.
Do I need permission from the council to reduce my tree?
Yes, if your tree is covered by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or sits within a Conservation Area. You must submit an application to your local planning authority before starting any work. A professional tree surgeon can often handle this paperwork on your behalf.
When is the best time of year to perform a crown reduction?
For most tree species, late autumn or winter is ideal. Pruning when the tree is dormant minimises sap loss, reduces stress on the plant, and lessens the risk of pest infestations. It also makes the branch structure much easier for the surgeon to evaluate.
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we are second generation family run business with 30 years of experience in the industry. We have all are own equipment, are fully insured to 5 million pounds and hold nptc qualifications for chainsaw use and tree climbing.
Amazed at how quick these guys took tree down and got rid of all the branches. Trouble free and no hassle . Only thing is I now miss the tree!
Family run company for over 20 years built on recomendation big enough to deliver small enough to care !
Sam did a great job for us. Explained everything really well and kept informed all the way through.. Would recommend, thanks Sam. Steve and Tina.
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JM Landscapes is a family run business with vast amounts of experience in all aspects of landscaping and gardening All our landscapers / gardeners are skilled and experienced, all jobs undertaken by us are guaranteed, by working as a team and leveraging our in-house expertise in several areas of landscaping and gardening we are able to offer more extensive landscaping services then many of our competitors some of the services we provide for clients include fencing/paving/lawn turfing/decking/general gardening/garden designing and much more.
Brilliant Work done....strongly recommend...
I’m a self employed tradesman who specialises in a wide variety of property repairs, maintenance and improvements. I have been in the trades for over 10 years and have extensive knowledge on many areas ranging from roofing down to groundworks. I take the upmost pride in my work and offer customers a guarantee on work carried out by myself.
We have a family run business we have been in the tree industry for quite some time we specialise in all tree surgery & landscaping
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I found William to be trustworthy, reliable and he went the extra mile. An all round good guy. I am extremely happy with the work completed and because of this I have booked William to do more Work for me. I would thoroughly recommend him.
Jack carried out the work to an exceptional standard and went well beyond what was originally quoted. His workmanship, reliability, and attention to detail were outstanding, and the price was very reasonable for the quality delivered. It�s rare to find someone so committed to doing the job properly. I�ve already asked Jack to quote for further projects and will continue to use him for all our exterior house and garden work. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a trustworthy, skilled tradesperson.
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Billy and his team worked hard to complete the garden clearance to a very high standard and they were very tidy - I didn’t need to do any cleaning up after them, which was appreciated. Perfect job, thank you.
10 plus years working We cover a range of outdoor property maintenance Driveway cleaning patio cleaning Gutter cleaning roof cleaning Repointing slabs Repointing ridge caps Fence and gate installation also repairs Pagola installation  Free no obligation quotes 
Did job professionally and quick.
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A family run business with over 20years experience in this area of work. We pride ourselves on our reliability, a friendly approach and most importantly, our knowledge of the industry.
Thank you for an excellent job Glen. Within 24 hours of first speaking to Glen, our Pear tree was neatly removed. Would highly recommend - very professional.
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Replied quickly to the job I had posted and gave reasonable quote. They arrived on time, when agreed, in the next few days. Polite and efficient to get the job done to a good standard. Thanks. A bit more attention to detail when clearing up, would have given 5 stars.
Hi we provide the following services Hedge cutting. Jet washing Grass cutting. Weeding Garden clearances. Astro turf Tree surgery. All type of garden work
Jason and the team responded quickly and within 24 hours had a team turn up with a fair quote for the amount of work required. They have enabled us to reclaim our garden from nearly three years of weeds and put down some protection as well. Took all the waste away with as well. Would certainly recommend them.
hi we are a family run company with over 30 years experience our work is on point every time every job
Artificial grass- I had a hard time with him to get the job done. A lot of defects and issues of work done and initially was arguing a lot for them and then looked into 3 weeks later. He was not at the site and his workmen were trying to fool me out constantly even at major mistakes they were doing. I had to get into the work to get it done to an acceptable level even though it was not done as agreed. I’m asking now for 2 weeks for the invoice for the payment still not had as promised by post/email.
SJS LANDSCAPING
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ECO TREE CARE EAST LTD
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We have been working in the landscape gardening and tree care business throughout 3 generations. We are a local reliable family ran buisness who take great pride In our work and customers. Customer satisfaction is our main priority at all times and making sure to keep the lines of communication between us and the customer clear at all times. We are new to rated people and would love for you to give us a chance to transform your garden.
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