GET QUOTESWhy Use Us: 5 Good Reasons
Need to have one or more trees pruned or removed? Choose TreeMend and get in touch with local, professional tree surgeons and arborists anywhere in the UK.
Why use TreeMend to find a tree surgeon near you? Here are five good reasons:
1. Competitive prices for tree care services
The average cost of felling a tree in the UK was estimated at around £272 for a small tree, £543 for a medium tree, and £1,928 for a large tree. Since then, prices for tree surgery and arborist services have steadily increased, but that doesn’t mean you should be paying more than necessary.
TreeMend lets you get no-obligation quotes from local tree surgeons and arborists. Compare prices and choose whichever tree care provider offers you the best blend of price, quality, and value for your property.
2. Qualified tree surgeons and arborists across the UK
TreeMend is committed to only partnering with qualified, reputable tree surgeons and arborists in the UK. Our member partners are vetted and approved based on their commitment to quality, so only genuine tree care companies will be listed on our platform.
Tree surgery is a regulated profession in the UK. Nearly all of the most common tasks require qualifications. Liability insurance is a must. Contractors must also adhere to BS3998: 2010 ‘Tree Work – Recommendations’ and possess training credentials such as Lantra Awards or NPTC. Arborists may also require adequate education, such as a diploma or certificate in arboriculture.
Membership with professional organisations such as the ARB Approved Contractors or the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), while not necessary, demonstrates a continual commitment to health and safety, customer care, and quality of work.
While the services offered by each individual member partner may vary, you can rest assured that every member partner will provide professional quality services.
3. Comprehensive services for your tree(s) and more
The tree surgeons and arborists listed on TreeMend are local, independent providers who generally provide the most common tree care services. These include tree pruning, tree removal, deadwood removal, and emergency tree services.
Some members may specialise in arboriculture and may provide additional services such as tree consulting (e.g. for architects and urban planners), tree surveys, pest and disease control, tree stump grinding, pollarding, and more. Others may specialise in landscaping and groundskeeping and may also provide hedge trimming and ivy trimming.
For specific services related to your tree(s), consult with one of our tree care member partners on TreeMend.
4. Full regulatory compliance for wildlife and the environment
While price is certainly an important consideration when hiring a tree surgeon, you should never neglect the importance of regulatory compliance for the environment and for wildlife. Many trees in the UK are protected by covenants, are located in Conservation Areas, and/or are protected by Tree Protection Orders (TPOs). Felling protected trees can lead to heavy penalties or could even constitute a criminal offence, so it’s of the utmost importance that your tree surgeon acts in accordance with the law.
Moreover, many trees in the UK are home to wildlife such as birds, red squirrels, and other species. Wildlife preservation is essential for protecting their habitats and causing minimal disturbance. Qualified tree surgeons and arborists have a robust understanding of the most appropriate seasons to carry out their work with respect to wildlife and to abide by regulations for wildlife preservation.
Tree surgeons also understand the best methods of safely pruning and caring for trees so as to avoid causing excessive wounds. Older methods such as tree topping and tree lopping are no longer permitted, for example, so routine pruning is used instead.
Lastly, every tree species (native and non-native to Britain) has a certain tolerance to pruning and optimal season for pruning. Arborists will be able to identify the most appropriate treatment for your specific tree.
5. Convenient appointment times for tree care and tree removal
Our tree surgeons and arborists can provide you with convenient appointment times for tree care and tree removal. Depending on the service you require, you may be able to arrange service quickly, or it may take several weeks.
Emergency tree services such as removal of fallen trees or tree debris from a severe storm can often be obtained quickly. Pruning and tree removal, on the other hand, may take 4-8 weeks depending on the preservation status of the tree (e.g. TPOs).
It’s best to consult with a tree surgeon near you and to provide them with as much detail as possible about the tree so that they can determine whether or not the tree is protected and to provide service that minimises impact to wildlife and maximises tree health.