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Tree Surgeon Glasgow

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Our Services

With over 10 years’ experience in the industry, we have a wealth of knowledge to carry out all aspects of technical tree surgery to the latest British standards.

 
  • Sometimes there are no other options but to remove a tree from your Glasgow property. Tree felling, tree dismantling and tree removal are terms used to describe the complete removal of trees to ground level which can be carried out at any time of the year except in the presence of roosting bats or nesting birds.

    No matter the location and with the correct permissions, we will safely remove your tree whether it is dead, diseased or dangerous, large or small. Where space permits, trees can be felled in one single section however some trees need to be dismantled in sections for a variety of reasons, such as their location to property and buildings, highways, gardens, and even other trees.

    We are highly skilled, certified, well equipped, experienced and fully covered with Public Liability Insurance to give you the confidence in our services. The Glasgow Tree Surgeon will carry out all aspects of tree surgery to the latest relevant British standards ‘BS3998′ of tree work, as well as other industry regulations and all our staff are NPTC trained and qualified.

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  • The general rule with all pruning works is not to remove more than 25-30% of the crown. More than this would have a negative impact on tree health and therefore the safety of the whole tree or parts of the tree. Over/incorrect pruning (such as topping) destroys the natural form of the tree and can cause accelerated re-growth.

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  • Glasgow has 25 conservation spread across this great city. The areas designated for conservation status vary in character from the city centre and Victorian residential suburbs to a rural village and a former country estate.

    A conservation area is defined as being of "special architectural or historic interest, the character or appearance of which it is desirable to preserve or enhance".

    At the Glasgow Tree Surgeon we will tell you if your property sits within one of Glasgow’s 25 conservation areas. We can assist and guide you on the application process should you need to carry out any tree work within a conservation area.

    If you do need to carry out tree work within a conservation area, the application process can take up to 6 weeks from the date a request is submitted.

    To find out if you are in a conservation area, check the following links:

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  • We now offer a firewood service, delivering locally sourced and seasoned hardwood logs to your door. The logs have been cut and split and are under 20% moisture content, meaning they are ready to burn. Deliveries are made using a trailer with a purpose-built crane for unloading at a designated place at your home.

    Order your firewood here or call us today on 0141 321 1569 for reliable, door to door firewood delivery.

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  • By now you will probably have heard and seen the devastating impact of Ash Dieback or (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus) is having on our beloved ash trees. Glasgow City Councils tree officers have confirmed a “noticeable increase” of Ash dieback in the city over the last two years. The council have already started a program of removing the most severely impacted ash trees from parks, schools and our roads.

    It’s now time for homeowners to assess the impact of ash dieback on ash trees in private gardens.

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  • When done correctly, a well trimmed and maintained hedge makes it strong and healthy promoting new growth and strengthening the root system making the hedge denser and in a better position to fight pest attacks and disease. A strong and healthy hedge looks better and serves its proper function to provide valuable shelter from gales, increasing privacy and forming a boundary around your property.

    The Glasgow Tree Surgeon can take care of all your hedge trimming needs. We provide an experienced hedge cutting service using the best hedge cutting machinery to guarantee an excellent finish.

    We can also reduce the height of your hedge if you feel that it is getting out of control. With a good pruning schedule, you can keep hedges under control without too much effort.

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firewood

Locally sourced hardwood logs available to buy

We’ve built a reputation of delivering high quality, professional tree surgery. We are now offering a firewood service, delivering local sourced and seasoned hardwood logs to your door.

The logs have been cut and split at our yard and stored undercover. All our firewood logs are under 20% moisture and are ready to burn. Deliveries are made using a purpose-built trailer and crane for unloading at a designated place at your home.

Order your firewood here or call us today on 0141 321 1569 for reliable, door to door firewood delivery.

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The Glasgow Tree Surgeon - We are an innovative company only using experienced and accredited tree surgeons to ensure we deliver expert service no matter how big or small the project.

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Glasgow and Surrounding Areas

The Glasgow Tree Surgeon has a team of tree surgeons across Glasgow and surrounding areas providing affordable tree surgery services. We take great pride in the work we do and keep up to date with the latest industry developments and legislation.

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Health and safety

Fully Insured

At The Glasgow Tree Surgeon we recognise the hazards of providing tree care services, we are fully insured to provide peace of mind to all our customers. All of our staff are qualified to carry out the techniques needed and use the equipment on site. If required, we perform safety procedures and work together as a team ensuring the safety of everyone.

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Our goal is to get your job done with the use of safe, efficient and affordable tree care.

At The Glasgow Tree Surgeon we provide a full consultancy service available from contact to completion, providing various options to meet specific needs of our clients.

 
 
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    Tree Removal

    Sometimes there are no other options but to remove a tree from your Glasgow property. Tree felling, tree dismantling and tree removal are terms used to describe the complete removal of trees to ground level which can be carried out at any time of the year except in the presence of roosting bats or nesting birds.

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    Pruning & Maintenance

    The general rule with all pruning works is not to remove more than 25-30% of the crown. More than this would have a negative impact on tree health and therefore the safety of the whole tree or parts of the tree. Over/incorrect pruning (such as topping) destroys the natural form of the tree and can cause accelerated re-growth.

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    Conservation Areas

    At the Glasgow Tree Surgeon we will tell you if your property sits within one of Glasgow’s 25 conservation areas. We can assist and guide you on the application process should you need to carry out any tree work within a conservation area.

    Click here to see where Glasgow’s conservation areas are.

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    Stump Grinding & Removal

    Do you have a severely damaged or nuisance Stump? The Glasgow Tree Surgeons are equipped to provide a superior Stump removal service in Glasgow and surrounding area’s.

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    Ash Dieback

    If you own an Ash tree which is close to a house, a road and areas used by the public, now is the time to start thinking about carrying out an ‘Ash Tree Inspection’. This will help with assessing your Ash trees condition, monitoring the changes over time, and have a plan in place for the expected loss of your ash trees.

    Here at The Glasgow Tree Surgeon we can help by carrying out a tree inspection and plan the best course of action for you ash trees.

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    Hedges

    Glasgow is a city of hedges, and a strong and healthy hedge looks better and provides privacy to your property. The Glasgow Tree Surgeon can take care of all your hedge maintenance needs. We provide an experienced hedge cutting service using the best hedge cutting machinery to guarantee an excellent finish.

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    Tree Protection

    At The Glasgow Tree Surgeon we pride ourselves on our professionalism, skill, knowledge and understanding of conservation and tree preservation orders.

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    Order Firewood

    We offer a firewood service, delivering locally sourced hardwood logs to your door. All our firewood logs are under 20% moisture content and are ready to burn.

 

frequently asked questions

As with many specialist trades it’s often the case that people haven’t heard of an arborist until they need one.

 
 
  • As with many specialist trades it’s often the case that people haven’t heard of an arborist until they need one. Tree surgeons, also known as arborists, look after the health of trees right from the beginning tasks of tree planting and nurturing your trees to the removal of established trees. Arborists and tree surgeons will decided if a tree needs to be felled, or dismantled in sections, its health condition and appropriate action that can be taken to maintain and improve its shape within its surroundings.

    Tree surgeons have a unique set of skills. They need to be be physically fit to climb up and down trees, be competent and qualified to use and maintain specialist equipment and machinery and keep up to date on the latest advancements. Tree surgeons need to use maths to work out the height of trees and be knowledgeable about the different types of tree and the various funguses and parasites.

    Arborists and tree surgeons can study for a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree and relevant courses include: forestry, arboriculture, countryside management, forest management, woodland ecology and conservation.

    Being a tree surgeon is a dangerous profession and needs to be carried out by a qualified team. Risks include falling off or having a tree or branches fall on you. We work with dangerous machines and climbing and rigging equipment, a tree surgeon needs to be a qualified first aider and have the ability to perform a rescue if someone gets into difficulties whilst climbing a tree.

    Tree surgeons must ensure the safety of the property and surroundings they are working within, most days we work in public spaces therefore we need rigorous health and safety assessments in place for each job to ensure the safety of the public, our workers plus the equipment and machines at all times.

    Arborists and tree surgeons must be fully insured for public and employees liability insurance, if in doubt ask to see your tree surgeon’s insurance cover. Let's take a closer look at what a tree surgeon does.

    INSPECTION

    The first thing tree surgeons do is discuss a customers requirements and examine a tree and the surrounding area. The tree surgeon will assess if the tree is healthy, if there is any disease, and if the tree itself is a danger. The preliminary examination will determine what next steps can be taken.

    PRUNING

    If a tree can be saved, the tree surgeon will decide what type of surgery and tree reduction can be operated on the tree. As a general rule no more than 30% of a tree should be reduced at any one time. Limbs and branches that carry disease or have died will be pruned to keep the problem from spreading to the tree as a whole. Pruning a tree should be carried out by an experienced arborist as working at height can be a dangerous task involving using a rope and harness and a climbing chainsaw to reach limbs that are higher up on the tree.

    Pruning is also done to remove weight from a tree and keep a tree at a suitable size for its surroundings. Heavier trees are more likely to fall in high winds or when the soil it is in become too saturated from rain to hold its weight. By cutting back or removing limbs altogether, it makes the tree significantly lighter and less likely to fall. Crown lifting, crown reduction and crown thinning are all part of the service.

    FELLING TREES

    When one of your trees has an infection that is too widespread, it must be removed. The same is true if your tree is infested with parasites. Another reason that your tree may need to be taken down is the threat of it falling on a structure, such as your house. In such cases, tree surgeons will carefully take down your tree a piece at a time to lessen the chance it could fall and do damage to your home or other trees and plants in your garden. You may also no longer want to have a tree for example you may be landscaping, building an extension to your property or from an aesthetic perspective you want to remove it.

  • You can have tree pruning and reducing services at any time of the year, however these services depend on the species of trees you have. Flowering trees that bloom in spring can be trimmed or pruned right after they flower. Those that bloom in summer have to be pruned in early spring. It is recommended to prune fruit-bearing trees during late winter to give them shape and allow sunlight to shine on the core of the tree.

    Broad-leaf trees or shrubs without flowers are best pruned in the dormant season, during late autumn or winter. As for dead branches, these can be cut at any time of the year.

    If in doubt ask your local arborist tree surgeon.

  • We cover the whole of Glasgow and all surroundings areas.

  • The cost of the work depends on the trees involved, no two trees are the same. Factors include the time it takes, type of labour involved, the specialist equipment used and the access to the site. We will undertake a site visit to work everything out and discuss the requirements with each customer before supplying our quotations.

  • We aim to respond to customers on the same day that they have contacted us. We will visit the site to assess the work and provide a free quotation. We work all year round unless there are high winds or severe weather.

  • Once the trees are removed, we will leave a level stump an inch above the ground. If you require the stump removal, we will bring a stump grinder to grind the stump down below ground level and out of sight.

  • Yes, we will take away all waste, turning branches into woodchips though our woodchipper which are used for biomass fuel. We will take away logs which are dried and re used. If you wish to keep the woodchips or logs, we can leave these with you.

  • Yes, The Glasgow Tree Surgeon is fully insured, up to £5 million Public Liability Insurance and £10 million Employers Liability cover. All staff are first aid accredited and qualified NPTC (National Proficiency Test Council), with an onus on continuing professional development.

  • At The Glasgow Tree Surgeon we recognise the hazards of providing tree care services, we are fully insured to provide peace of mind to all our customers. All of our staff are qualified to carry out the techniques needed and use the equipment on site. If required, we perform safety procedures and work together as a team ensuring the safety of everyone.

  • There are 24 conservation areas across Glasgow, if you live in a conservation area or suspect a tree is covered by a TPO (tree preservation order) any work will need the approval from the local councils Tree Preservation Officer. We can advise you ahead of submitting an application and we can also take on the application process for you directly with the council. Once an application is submitted the council’s TPO will visit the tree and respond to the application with his or her’s decision, this typically takes between 4-6 weeks.

 

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