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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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Melih has been great. Excellent communication and done a fantastic job of tidying & maintaining my garden. Would 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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Harris trees and landscape LTD Here at harris trees and landscape we have over 15 years off experience . We ar a established family run business we specialise in all of our work that is carried out to a very high standard we work closely with our clients throughout the job, ensuring customers satisfaction, our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every customer
very expensive and didn\\\\'t do all I asked for. Here for about 1 hour 30 minutes charged �270
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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.
Hi my name is John i am a local gardener I do all types of garden work from lawn mowing one - off tidy ups or regular fortnightly visits, all kinds of trees felled topped or pruned, fencing replaced or repaired, hedge trimming, general garden maintenance, garden clearance, decking, brickwork, block paving, roofing repairs, guttering services.... External painting Plastering services Building work Man & van services
Thanks John great communication and job done ASAP as requested At a good price
MG Gardening & Landscaping
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Hi My Name is Martin And I Am The Proud Owner Of MG Gardening And Landscaping A Business That Has Been In The Trade for 10+ Years Some Of the Things We Cover Include Gardening landscaping Fencing Astro Turfing Turfing Tree Surgery Block Paving Tarmac Services Me And My Team Look Forward To Working With You.
About We are a family run business that pride ourselves on customer satisfaction. We have been trading for over 25 years on recommendations and word of mouth. We cover all areas of roofing and ground works, damp proofing, demolition, turfing, fencing, driveways, patios, drainage, we ate a fully insured company and guarantee our work.
Quick to respond. Kept informed of what the problem was, with a very speedy fix
Welcome to our business page. With over 10 years of experience on the tree surgery industry, our company offers universal quality and service. All our work is fully insured and customer satisfaction is our first priority.
Quick quote, did the job 2 days later, on time, polite and professional, did a quick job on a big Ash tree, tidied the garden and outside path so well you'd never know they'd been... apart from the tree was missing! Thanks.
Tree and garden
Very disappointed, poor workman ship WOULD NOT RECOMMEND
we are a local family business with over 20 years experience. specialising in building and landscaping. were recommended because were reliable, trustworthy and hassle free. we are fully trained and our prices are always reasonable.
Top job. Very pleased with all aspects of the work. High quality, all done to time, cleaned up well at the end and nice guys too. What more can you ask for. Very impressed
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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AH Property & Ground Maintenance
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We are a small family run property and grounds maintenance business with over 15 years experience based in the Sussex area working through the whole of Sussex and Surrey. Fully Qualified and insured ready to transform your home and garden into a place you can enjoy. Whether it’s general garden maintenance mowing, hedge cutting to complete garden make overs and Tree Surgery we have you covered
N P TREE CARE is based in North London. Are qualified arborist / horticulturalists provides a wide range of services for all your tree surgery and landscape needs. All chainsaw users are licensed. All aspects of domestic and commercial work undertaken.
I recently used NP Tree Care and couldn’t be more satisfied with their service. From the initial consultation to the completion of the job, their professionalism and expertise were outstanding. They were punctual, equipped with top-notch tools, and followed all safety protocols meticulously. The team’s attention to detail was impressive, leaving my garden spotless and well I highly recommend NP Tre Care for their excellent workmanship and dedication to customer satisfaction.
Here at L@S property maintenance services We are a local and affordable gardening/landscapeing business that provides a full range of outdoor services such as garden maintenance, landscaping and garden design works, patio cleaning, lawn care, commercial mowing, planting, seasonal clearance, and gutter cleaning services.Complete range of landscaping services all designed to enhance the beauty of your garden. Your lawn represents your property. Let us take care and make you a pride home owner.Enjoy fast and efficient hard clearance or all season cleanups, all in one go.. tree surgery..let us take care of your garden or land and keep its best tip top shape...... best of our fenceing projects from small fenceing jobs to the biggest projects we take on .. all our fencing is done to perfection .. contact today dont delay .. .. from the team at L@S property maintenance services
PRIMARY ASPECT LIMITED is a leading Construction company serving the London area. Ever since we opened for business, we’ve taken a comprehensive approach to project management, providing our clients with a wide range of construction and refurbishment services, to cover their needs. Get in touch today to learn more about what we can offer you and to receive your free estimate.
Patrick was very helpful right from start. He was detailed in the initial quote and communication was easy and prompt. On the day he was very polite, clean and tidy, nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend.
Here’s a simpler version of what you might want, along with a professional company description you can use for branding or your website. First Choice Home Improvements is your trusted partner in transforming houses into dream homes. With a focus on quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and innovative solutions, we specialize in renovations, remodeling, and home improvement projects tailored to each client’s unique needs. From small updates to full-scale makeovers, our mission is to deliver lasting results that enhance comfort, value, and style—making us the first choice for homeowners who want the best.
Michael contacted me super quickly via the website and was round next day to provide a quote. Once price was agreed the team turned up as expected and really grafted. Extremely pleased with the result..! Friendly, good communication and did what they said for the quoted price. Happy customer..!
J.White has been building and plumbing for over 30 years, and is experienced in all aspects of the trade big or small projects. very friendly and professional with attention to detail no matter what the job, he was taught by his father and studied at Bournemouth college with citb certified.
Hi we are landscape Gardener's with over 20 year's experience in all aspects of landscaping like. fencing. block paving. Decking. Gravel. Slabbing. Raised beds. Garden walls. Ponds. Drive ways. Garden sheds. Path ways. garden design. Hedges. Tree's. Flower beds. Pruning. Shaping. And all aspects of homecare.
Brilliant service, Leroy came on time, on the arranged day and in cold weather. He got on with the tree job, bringing all the right equipment and no messing around. When he had finished the job looked well presented and he had cleared up really well. Leroy is very polite, friendly and a good worker at a reasonable price. I will definitely use his services again.
No job to big no job to small
Super speedy and efficient work with reasonable price. Worth to recommend
Pearlcontracts is a small firm based in Montrose Angus with two teams of professionals for your home improvements.
First class job by John and the guys. Turned up on time to view the job, very knowledgeable and thorough assessment. Work completed to our agreed timescale and to a high standard, photos supplied to show before/after, important on a roof! Reasonably priced and very pleasant. Would highly recommend - in fact just had them back to do some more work.
Our Services at Soil And Spade Gardening Services Lawn Care – Mowing, edging, feeding, scarifying, and seasonal treatments Hedge Trimming – Shaping, reducing, and maintaining all hedge types Pruning – Careful pruning of shrubs, trees, and plants to encourage healthy growth Tree felling – The cutting and removal of all small to medium sized trees Limb Removal – Safe removal of tree branches and overgrown limbs Weeding – Manual and chemical weed control for beds, borders, paths, and patios Pest Control – Eco-friendly solutions to manage garden pests and protect your plants Garden Maintenance – Regular or one-off visits to keep your garden tidy and thriving Seasonal Clean-Ups – Leaf clearing, mulching, and prep for spring or winter Planting & Border Design – Advice and planting services to refresh flower beds and borders
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All guttering fashions soffits down pipes new upvc dry verge dry ridge systems supplied and fitted new roofs also available
I wanted a Church Font removing from my garden and this company performed the task with ease. Both of them disposed of the font and cleared the area with no trouble at all. Cannot praise their work ethic enough, polite, pleasant and courteous. Although the font was large they managed to break it up and take away all the remains. Would heartily recommend and they seem to cater for all jobs concerning the garden. Well done lads and thank you.
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