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Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of tree services and tree care as listed below.
Tree Maintenance
Managing trees within their environment can be key to long term retention. If space and setting allow then letting trees grow naturally is the best form of management. However this may not always be possible due to their location and surrounding environment or condition. Trees are living organisms so are vulnerable to pests and diseases, environmental conditions, storms and old age.
When trees grow near infrastructure and buildings it may be necessary to manage their crowns with appropriate pruning. Our team can provide advice and specifications for the most suitable course of action in order to abate any safety concerns, conflicts or issues that arise. We work with our clients to ensure that all parties understand the specification of the works and what will be undertaken.
Crown Reduction
This is the most common form of pruning to manage a trees canopy when it has outgrown its environment or location. It can involve lateral and/or height reduction depending on the specification, which will be clearly indicated before any works are carried out. The aim is to maintain the basic structure and form of the tree but reduce the overall size. Crown reductions can also be undertaken to lessen the stress on poor unions or weak parts of a tree or to increase light and reduce shade to the immediate environment. In some cases the lifespan and longevity of a tree can be increased by undertaking appropriate works in line with best industry practice.
Crown Lifting
This involves removing or reducing the lowest branches on a tree to increase the ground clearance beneath the canopy. This is usually achieved by removing secondary growth to avoid making large wounds on the main stem. It can be a great way to increase light under the crown and provide clearance to buildings or infrastructure. In some cases land owners have a legal duty to make sure that clearance to footpaths and highways is maintained. Local authorities usually require a minimum of 2.4m over a footpath and 5.4m over a highway.
Pollarding
Pollarding involves removing all the smaller leaf bearing growth on a tree back to a previous pollard point or knuckle. This can be an excellent way of managing certain species of trees and is usually done in 3-5 year cycles but is not suitable for all trees. Managing old pollards is essential to avoid placing undue stress on the pollard points which can be susceptible to decay.
Tree Felling
At Broadleaf we love trees and consider full tree removal a last resort, but in certain circumstances, it may be necessary.
Sometimes trees succumb to pests and diseases, storm damage or just old age or are in conflict with plans to redevelop areas or sites. When there is a clear conflict between trees, infrastructure or health and safety removal may be the only option.
Stump Grinding & Treatment
If you’ve had a tree removed there is always a stump left behind. In many cases stumps can be left to provide a natural habitat for bugs and beasts or as a garden feature, but this is not always practical. Where removal is required we offer a range of machinery capable of grinding most stumps, big or small, depending on access and location. Once a stump has been removed the area can be levelled and repurposed.
If it is not possible to remove a stump then we offer treatment to help prevent regrowth. Not all species of tree will regrow and in many cases treatment is not necessary. As a company we are keen to reduce the use of chemicals so this will always be considered as a last resort.
Hedge Cutting
Our hedge cutting services are designed to meet the needs of both domestic and commercial customers who understand the importance of regular hedge maintenance. Our team of experts can advise the frequency and specifications depending on the type/species of hedge. Whether it is getting a lapsed hedge back into shape or regular maintanance you can be confident that we can advise how to get your hedges to always look their best.
Tree Surveying
At Broadleaf Tree Services, we offer a comprehensive tree health and safety survey service that provides detailed information about the trees and vegetation on a site. We will also provide a timed management plan to help our clients understand and manage the requirements of their green infrastructure. Our experienced team has worked with clients in both commercial and residential fields throughout the UK. A typical survey will include details of all tree species on site, measurements of each tree, visual inspection notes and recommendations of any work required. These works can then be assessed and budgeted for in the management plan. Our professional tree surveyors and arborists are trained in visual tree assessment techniques to ensure informed decisions can be made.
