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Tree Safety, Consultancy and Advice

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Dangerous trees, fungal attack, safety checks, invasive roots and damage to foundations.

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As you can see from the photograph on the right, the root systems of mature trees can be extensive.

Imagine what these roots could do to the foundations of your house or garage, if left unchecked.

Call us if you have any concerns, and think about the peace of mind this will give you.

This tree actually came down across a main road narrowly missing a car and its occupants demonstrating the need for tree hazard recognition.

As a company, we carry out this type of work, ensuring that we document and record all findings on an electronic database in accordance with the current best practice.

 

DIY tree branch removal

If you have any doubts about doing tree work, then don't do it. Leave it to the expert Tree Surgeons.

Removing fairly big branches from trees can be dangerous especially when your up on ladders or steps. So make sure your ladders or steps are in good order. Have someone with you to hold the bottom of the ladders while you carry out the work. Never work in windy weather. Tie the top of the ladders to the tree. One last thing, if its your husband that's going up the ladders make sure you have him insured for a large sum of money!


Don't remove a branch with a single cut as the weight of the branch will tear and damage the trunk

Follow steps 1 2 3...
1. Undercut to about half way.

2. Saw down until the branch breaks away.

3. You will now be left with a stub which needs to be removed. A stump left on the tree will die and bring about a fungal disease. Make a clean cut just outside the branch bark collar ridge to the main stem, branch or trunk. That way the collar will have a chance to heal over the wound!

Finally...
Once you have removed your branch & stump make sure the wounded area were you have just cut is fairly smooth.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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