Professional tree pruning and trimming service
We help with all aspects of tree pruning, crown reduction, crown lifting, and crown thinning.
- Safe and efficient pruning
- Fully covered by insurance
- Expert arboriculture advice
Are you missing out on the benefits of professional tree trimming?
Neglecting proper tree trimming practices can result in weak, unstable trees more susceptible to pests and diseases. Pruning is one of the most valuable things you can do for the health and longevity of your trees. It also minimises the risk of falling tree branches during severe weather, helping you safeguard people, animals, and property.
Comprehensive tree care: reshaping, pruning, and more
Gristwood & Toms offers professional tree trimming and pruning services for homeowners, businesses and developers.
Our services include:
- Tree pruning (crown reduction, thinning and crown lifting)
- Pollarding - to control the size and shape of a tree and to promote the growth of new branches
- Tree trimming – to remove damaged sections of a tree that no longer grow and encourage new growth and longevity
- Deadwooding – removal of dead branches
- Tree shaping – commonly seen in formal gardens
Gristwood & Toms employee showcasing pollarding techniques
We bring years of expertise to every project, using precise techniques to shape and maintain your trees, whether you need regular maintenance or have an emergency that needs urgent attention.
We manage the entire process, from the initial consultation to site cleanup.
✓ UK wide coverage - local expertise
✓ Reliable service - ensuring minimal disruption to your home or business operations
✓ Certified tree surgeons - our team provides professional, skilled tree trimming and pruning, ensuring the health and longevity of their trees
✓ Fully insured arborist services - ensuring confidence and peace of mind
Struggling to choose the right tree service?
At Gristwood & Toms, we understand you want your trees to look their best while maintaining safety and longevity. To achieve this, you need the right tree services like crown reduction, thinning, and lifting.
The problem is understanding the various terminology and tree trimming techniques, which can make it difficult to choose the right one, leaving you feeling unsure and overwhelmed.
We believe as a property owner you deserve trees that add value and beauty to your property, not the ones that detract from it.
We understand tree maintenance can feel like a daunting task, which is why we bring over 50 years of experience and expertise to guide you through the process.
The straightforward approach to tree management
Contact
Tell us about your requirements and we’ll get back to promptly.
- Local experts
- Calls returned within 24 hours (Mon - Fri)
Evaluation
Our arborists will conduct an on-site evaluation and provide a free quotation. Before any work is carried out, we may have to apply for permission from the local council if a tree is subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO).
Completion
Once the work is completed, a full site cleanup takes place.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What’s the best time of year for tree pruning?
Because of the diversity of tree species and the various reasons for pruning, our skilled arborists offer pruning services throughout the year. This is tailored to the unique needs of each tree species since pruning at the wrong time of the year or cutting too much can hurt tree’s health, stunt its growth, and leave it looking unattractive.
- How long does pruning take?
Tree pruning can take anywhere from 15 minutes to an entire day, depending on factors such as the size, condition, and species of the tree. Smaller trees can be pruned with a single crew member on the ground whilst large established trees can take anywhere from a few hours upwards as they require more specialised equipment.
When we conduct the initial on-site evaluation, we'll be able to let you know exactly how long the job will take and how much it will cost. Get in touch with our Gristwood & Toms team today to book your on-site quote.
- How much does tree trimming and tree pruning cost?
The cost of tree trimming and pruning varies based on the type, size, and condition of your trees. Hazardous or diseased trees may require more extensive work. For an accurate quote tailored to your specific needs, contact our Gristwood & Toms team.
- When is it necessary to prune a tree? How to know when trees need surgery or maintenance?
Tree pruning may be required for several reasons:
- Interference with wires, building, gutters, roofs, chimney, windows or other trees
- Dead or weak branches posing a hazard
- Treatment of diseased or insect-infested branches
- Reducing wind resistance and storm damage risk
- Promoting new growth
- Reducing tree height or lifting the crown
- Treating young trees to ensure proper development
- Improving overall shape or silhouette
- What is the difference between crown thinning and crown reduction?
Crown reduction focuses on reducing the tree's size whilst crown thinning emphasises improving light and air flow within the crown.
Crown reduction is a means for making the crown of the tree dimensionally smaller. This is usually carried out when a tree has grown larger than the space permitted on the site. Live branches are removed to lower the height of the spread of the crown. The branches are all be cut back to suitable pruning points. This allows the tree to cope with the foliage loss correctly and prevents excessive shooting further back in the canopy.
Thinning the crown involves selecting and removing a proportion of the branches from within the crown. This lets more light through the crown, creating a dappled shade underneath helping understory planting that may be struggling beneath the canopy.
- My tree is covered by a Tree Preservation Order, or I live in a conservation area, can I still reduce my tree?
If your tree is in a conservation area or has a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), you'll need to apply to the local council for permission to have works carried out. The council may limit the extent of pruning to maintain the tree's overall appearance.
Gristwood & Toms can handle the application process for you if you choose to proceed with our quotation.
Let us take care of the hard work
Contact us or call us on 03458 731 500 to book our tree pruning and trimming services to ensure your trees remain healthy, safe, and visually appealing
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