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Trees can be seriously damaged or even killed by wrong pruning. Sensitive pruning, however, will enhance your trees. We practice all modern methods of tree care. All our tree services adhere to British Standards 3998, and are carried out to the highest standards by qualified staff.
What is a Tree Preservation Order?
A Tree Preservation Order (TPO) is a legal control that applies
to certain trees. TPOs are used to protect trees that are particularly
attractive and contribute to the appearance of an area. A TPO
can apply to a tree, a group of trees, an area, or a woodland.
It is illegal to cut down, prune, or otherwise damage a tree protected
by a TPO without the Council's consent. The unauthorised lopping
or felling of a tree is a serious criminal offence and can result
in a fine of up to £20,000. TPOs are made by the Council
when trees are under threat of being cut down or damaged.
To work on a TPO'd tree you put in an application to the local council explaining where, what and why you want to do. No work can be done, except deadwood, dying or dangerous trees, until the council gives its permission.
What is a Conservation Area?
A Conservation Area is an legal area of special architectural
or historic interest, the character or appearance of which it
is desirable to preserve. Trees often make an important contribution
to the appearance of Conservation Areas, and so are given special
protection. Notification is required for the pruning or felling
of any tree within a Conservation Area greater than 7.5cm in diameter
(as measured at 1.5m above ground level). The penalties for unauthorised
felling or lopping of trees in Conservation Areas are the same
as for trees protected by TPO.
To work on trees in a Conservation Area you must give the council 6 weeks notice in writing, explaining where, what, and why (called a "section 211 notice"). This gives the council six weeks to take out a TPO on the tree(s), otherwise you can go ahead with the work as outlined in your notice, within two years. The council will usually reply before the six weeks is over.
Is there a TPO/Conservation Area on my
property?
To find this out just phone your local council tree or planning
department and ask.
This is only a rough summery, for a proper
explanation of the law please consult a solicitor.
Further information on TPOs and Conservation Areas
Tree Preservation
orders guide (pdf)
AIE: Arboricultural Information Exchange
Department of Communities and Local Government
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Crown Reduction is the reduction of the outline of the tree by shortening limbs. Most species of trees will only tolerate up to 30% crown reduction, though 20-25% usually gives a much better looking result.
Crown Thinning is the selective removal of whole or parts of limbs to achieve a reduction of weight or allow the passage of more light
Crown Raising is the complete removal of the lowermost limbs to a specified height. This often used to provide clearance for pedestrians, vehicles. It is also an effective way to increase light in your garden.
Deadwooding is the removal of dead wood of diameter greater than 4cms (1.5ins) approximately.
Cleaning out is the general tidying up of the trees canopy involving the removal of dead wood, damaged, diseased and crossing branches, and ivy stripping.
Section Felling is the felling of a tree in sections rather than in one piece due to restricted space. We have the latest rigging equipment and training to ensure you get the very best and safest sectional fell.
Pollarding is a severe form of crown reduction involving the removal of all the branches leaving just the trunk. This can be used on a very young tree or one that has previously been pollarded or a tree showing signs of decay, to encourage new healthy growth and prolong the life of the tree. This should not be done to mature healthy trees when it damages the health and future structure of the tree and is called "topping".
Wound Treatment: in line with current Forestry Commission research and recommendations no wound dressing will be used unless specified by the customer for cosmetic reasons.
Stumps will be cut to within 5cms (2ins) of the highest surrounding soil level unless otherwise specified.
Stump Grinding We need a minimum access to the stumps of 29 inches.
Hedge Trimming
A yearly trim to maintain hedge size and shape and encouraging
regrowth to thicken up the hedge.
We can also reduce the height of a hedge by up to 30%.
Planting We can supply and plant a wide range of trees, shrubs, and hedges. Large specimens always available.
Mulching We supply woodchip mulch which is spread on the ground to suppress weeds, to protect plant roots from heat, cold or dry conditions and slow down the water loss rate.
Brushwood is branchwood less than 6.5cms (2.25ins) diameter aprox.
Cordwood is timber between 6.5cms (2«ins) and 25cms (10ins)diameter approximately. Cordwood will normally be cut toapproximately 1m 20cms (4 ft) lengths. Cutting to shorter lengths suitable for firewood will be charged extra. A "cord" is a stack of cordwood approximately 8 x 4 x 4 feet.
Rings are timber over 25cms (10in) diameter cut across the grain to a specified length but not split unless specifically quoted for.
Stacked on site means at base of tree unless otherwise specified.
Removed from site All arisings are usually removed from site unless otherwise stated. We pride ourselves in leaving a clean and tidy site.
Does ivy damage trees?
Ivy uses trees for support but does not feed on the tree. Generally
healthy trees will not allow ivy to become fully established.
However, as trees age their crowns may begin to allow more light
to penetrate. In such situations the extra light can stimulate
growth in the ivy at the expense of the tree which subsequently
declines.
Ivy tends to establish itself in deciduous trees. These trees lose their leaves in winter, to lower their wind resistance. Because ivy is evergreen, it raises the wind resistance and increases its weight which means that the tree is more likely to suffer damage in stormy conditions.
In addition, the presence of ivy can hinder tree inspections and may conceal serious defects in a tree. Ivy can be killed by cutting away a section of ivy all round the trunk at ground level. This will then die back and fall away or can be pulled from the tree. Alternatively we can remove the ivy entirely for you.
It is normal policy to produce estimates and quotations, on supply of suitable specifications, at no charge.
Please make payment for work done strictly nett within 7 days of completion.
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