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  • Tom Francis Tree Services
    5
    Sutton Bassett, Market Harborough, 19 Main Street, LE168HP, GB

    Established in 2003, Tom Francis Tree Services is your local tree specialist offering high quality tree surgery services throughout Northamptonshire and surrounding areas. Our team of highly trained, tree surgery experts are fully trained and accredited to ensure a dependable, professional and reliable service. We specialise in the domestic market, striving to offer a personal and friendly experience for all of our customers. We offer a wide range of tree surgery services including tree felling, tree dismantling, deadwood removal, as well as a range of tree trimming and tree cutting services including crown reductions, crown thinning and crown lifting. As your local tree specialists, we are able to tailor our services to the requirements of the age and species of your tree, as well as the surrounding areas. We always operate with complete honesty, allowing us to be completely clear on what will be required before we carry out any work. All of our services are competitively priced to ensure you cost-effectiveness across the board. We will never compromise the quality of our work to cut costs, which means you can enjoy peace of mind that you’ll always be getting the very best.

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  • Red Kite Tree & Hedge Services
    5
    Kettering, GB

    Red Kite Tree & Hedge Services are fully qualified tree surgeons with over 14 years experience. We are based in Corby and also cover Kettering, Oundle, Thrapston, Desborough, Rothwell and surrounding villages. We provide high quality work covering all aspects of tree work, hedge work and garden maintenance. From removing your tree to pruning your shrubs. We work to the British Standard of tree work to provide the best practises possible. Contact us now to book in a free quote.

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  • Tree Surgeon, Stump Removal & Stump Grinding Market Harborough by Mike Johnson Tree Care
    5
    15A Rushton Road, Market Harborough, LE168QL, GB

    Mike Johnson Tree Care is a local tree surgeon based in Market Harborough, Leicester & Northampton. With a passion for the great outdoors, Mike trained as a tree surgeon at Moulton College in 2010, gaining NPTC City and Guilds qualifications and later LANTRA and IPAF certifications. He aims to combine the best elements of all he has seen in other tree firms. All of our staff are experienced, qualified professionals. We are fully insured up to £5,000,000 for our customers' peace of mind. Our work is of the highest quality and we take great care to work closely with our customers to provide a personal and efficient service.

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  • Spencer Tree Surgery
    5
    3 Grange Road, The Yew Tree, Geddington, NN14 1AL, GB

    Spencer Tree Surgery is an owner operated company established in Kettering in 2003. Since our inception we have built a large customer base, with a large proportion of our work gained through recommendations and repeat custom.

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  • Kev Reid Tree Works
    1
    Breakleys Road, Desborough, NN14 2PT, GB

    Kev Reid Tree Works is a professional tree care company serving the Kettering and Market Harborough areas. With over 9 years of experience, they are fully NPTC & LANTRA qualified and insured arborists dedicated to providing high-quality, good-value tree services. Their primary goal is customer satisfaction, achieved through a complete service encompassing all aspects of tree surgery, hedge maintenance, and garden clearance. Kev Reid Tree Works prioritizes the care and nurture of trees, adhering to British Standards 3998 to ensure the best care for both trees and the environment. As an owner-operated business, they offer honesty, knowledge, and highly recommended workmanship. They provide free site visits with honest advice and no-obligation quotes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tree Trimming

Find answers to common questions about tree trimming and hiring professional arborists in the UK.

What is topping a tree, and why is it bad?

Topping a tree is a destructive pruning practice that involves cutting off the top of a tree or large branches, leaving unsightly stubs. This is highly damaging and should be avoided. Topping weakens the tree, making it prone to disease, pests, and structural failure. It significantly shortens the lifespan of a tree. If size reduction is needed, proper pruning techniques like crown reduction are far better options.

How to prune a tree safely?

Safe tree pruning requires expertise and specialized equipment. It's highly recommended to hire a certified arborist for anything beyond minor pruning. Never attempt to prune trees that are tall, near structures, power lines, or otherwise pose a safety hazard. If you must do some minor pruning, such as cutting off small dead branches, follow these steps:
  1. Use sharp, clean tools: Dull tools can cause tearing or crushing of the branches and increase the risk of disease.
  2. Wear safety gear: Protective clothing, eye protection, and gloves are crucial.
  3. Inspect the tree: Identify the branches that need pruning, such as dead or damaged branches.
  4. Use proper pruning techniques: Make clean cuts, following the branch collar. Don't remove too much of the crown in a single session.
  5. Dispose of the branches responsibly: Chip the debris or dispose of it according to local guidelines.
It is recommended to consult with a qualified arborist for advice on tree trimming.

What is the difference between crown thinning and crown reduction?

Crown thinning and crown reduction are two distinct tree pruning techniques:
  • Crown Thinning: This technique selectively removes branches from *within* the crown, reducing its density. This increases light penetration, air circulation, and reduces wind resistance, benefiting the tree's health and vigor. It doesn't alter the tree's overall size or shape significantly.
  • Crown Reduction: This technique aims to reduce the overall *size* of the crown. It involves reducing the length of branches back to strong lateral branches, preserving the tree's natural form while controlling its dimensions.
A qualified arborist can help determine which technique is most suitable for your trees, based on their species, condition, and your specific needs.

What is the difference between crown cleaning and crown thinning?

Crown cleaning and crown thinning are both essential tree trimming techniques but differ in their focus:
  • Crown cleaning: Removes only dead, dying, diseased, damaged, or crossing branches, improving the tree's appearance and reducing hazards. It maintains the natural shape and size of the tree.
  • Crown thinning: Selectively removes branches from *within* the crown, decreasing density while maintaining the tree's natural shape. This improves light penetration, air circulation, and reduces wind resistance.
Both techniques are valuable for tree maintenance and should be performed by qualified arborists who can assess the tree's needs and recommend the appropriate approach.

What is topping a tree, and why is it bad?

Topping a tree is a destructive pruning practice that involves cutting off the top of a tree or large branches, leaving unsightly stubs. This is highly damaging and should be avoided. Topping weakens the tree, making it prone to disease, pests, and structural failure. It significantly shortens the lifespan of a tree. If size reduction is needed, proper pruning techniques like crown reduction are far better options.

How to prune a tree safely?

Safe tree pruning requires expertise and specialized equipment. It's highly recommended to hire a certified arborist for anything beyond minor pruning. Never attempt to prune trees that are tall, near structures, power lines, or otherwise pose a safety hazard. If you must do some minor pruning, such as cutting off small dead branches, follow these steps:
  1. Use sharp, clean tools: Dull tools can cause tearing or crushing of the branches and increase the risk of disease.
  2. Wear safety gear: Protective clothing, eye protection, and gloves are crucial.
  3. Inspect the tree: Identify the branches that need pruning, such as dead or damaged branches.
  4. Use proper pruning techniques: Make clean cuts, following the branch collar. Don't remove too much of the crown in a single session.
  5. Dispose of the branches responsibly: Chip the debris or dispose of it according to local guidelines.
It is recommended to consult with a qualified arborist for advice on tree trimming.

What is the difference between crown thinning and crown reduction?

Crown thinning and crown reduction are two distinct tree pruning techniques:
  • Crown Thinning: This technique selectively removes branches from *within* the crown, reducing its density. This increases light penetration, air circulation, and reduces wind resistance, benefiting the tree's health and vigor. It doesn't alter the tree's overall size or shape significantly.
  • Crown Reduction: This technique aims to reduce the overall *size* of the crown. It involves reducing the length of branches back to strong lateral branches, preserving the tree's natural form while controlling its dimensions.
A qualified arborist can help determine which technique is most suitable for your trees, based on their species, condition, and your specific needs.

What is the difference between crown cleaning and crown thinning?

Crown cleaning and crown thinning are both essential tree trimming techniques but differ in their focus:
  • Crown cleaning: Removes only dead, dying, diseased, damaged, or crossing branches, improving the tree's appearance and reducing hazards. It maintains the natural shape and size of the tree.
  • Crown thinning: Selectively removes branches from *within* the crown, decreasing density while maintaining the tree's natural shape. This improves light penetration, air circulation, and reduces wind resistance.
Both techniques are valuable for tree maintenance and should be performed by qualified arborists who can assess the tree's needs and recommend the appropriate approach.