Tree Surgeon Newtownards

Hiring non-qualified individuals for tree work or trying to do it yourself, could harm your trees, cause damage to property, or even be life threatening. However, tree work isn't a safe vocation, even for qualified tree surgeons, who are aware of all the dangers. Within the profession there are an average of 3 deaths and 140 serious injuries per year, making it one of the most dangerous jobs in the UK.

With around five people each year being tragically killed by falling branches or trees in the UK, even a damaged or neglected tree can also cause a danger to life. If an injury occurs, or property is damaged due to you employing somebody to do tree work, you might be liable to third-party compensation claims. This is why it is imperative to hire a professional tree surgeon to work on your trees. (All figures from HSE UK).

CHOOSING A TREE SURGEON IN NEWNewtownardsARDS - There are two major professional arboricultural bodies, one or both of which a decent Newtownards tree surgeon should be a registered member of. The membership and professional standing of any tree surgeon in Newtownards can be checked on the websites of both the Arboricultural Association and the International Society of Arboriculture. On this page you can check for membership of either of these bodies, which gives the tree surgeon in question, recognised Approved ARB Contractor status.

If an issue emerges during or after any work has been concluded you are able to get hold of these professional organisations for mediation and for advice and help at any stage.

If anybody offers to provide you with an estimate for any tree work and you cannot find them on this directory, you should graciously decline their offer and continue your search for an approved contractor. Once their professional accreditations and memberships have been thoroughly checked, you should try and get at least three quotes from different companies in the Newtownards area. You should ask the questions below whilst acquiring these quotations, expressing that you need to know the answers due to the risks involved in tree surgery work:

• What level of insurance cover do you have? You should not even consider a tree surgeon in Newtownards with any less than five million pounds public liability insurance as outlined by the AA and ISA.
• Can you provide documents to show that you have the appropriate qualifications, membership of the AA or ISA, and also a certificate for chainsaw use from the NPTC? Any tree worker using a chainsaw, must by law have gained NPTC/LANTRA certification. A certified Newtownards tree surgeon will possibly hold City & Guilds Certificates and National Diplomas in Arboriculture.
• Can you offer me a quotation in writing? You should NEVER settle for a verbal quote only. Only ever accept a quote in writing.
• Could I contact some former customers to assess the standard of your workmanship? Doing an independent check on any recent work is always advisable.

Clear and accurate details about all the work that's to be undertaken must be included on the written quote. It should mention who is responsible for the removal of waste, tree branches and stumps, and should also include information on any trees which could be protected in law, and the steps needed to get permission to carry out work on them. You should also ensure VAT has been included on the quote unless you are a commercial business. You've got a responsibility for employing only capable people to work on your property and trees, and it is very important to understand that. This is laid out by the "Common law duty of care responsibilities under the Occupier's Liability Acts of 1957 and 1984."

PRIOR TO WORK BEGINNING - Your selected Newtownards tree surgeon should make enquiries into the possibility of any trees being protected in your area and make the appropriate steps to ensure that any tree work can get the go-ahead from the local authority. Discovering that a tree has protected status does not imply that work can't be carried out, since even protected trees need maintenance so as to cut back old or damaged wood and ensure the safety of the public.

At least 6 weeks written notice must be given to the Local Planning Authority (LPA) prior to any work being carried out, if your property in Newtownards is located in a designated conservation area. This written notice is not required if the tree trunk is under 75mm in diameter when measured at 1.5m from the ground. Also, it's not necessary to give notice if the branches of a protected tree need thinning or pruning simply to promote and sustain growth.

Your chosen Newtownards tree surgeon will determine the remedial treatment required and how best to achieve the required outcome in a safe manner after doing a thorough assessment of your trees health. Where there's any potential for falling debris, a risk assessment will need to be completed on your property, public areas, and sections of a neighbour's property that may be impacted. The number of workers required and the level of protection needed, will also be ascertained at this stage. This could include a number of safety precautions together with PPE to guarantee the safety of the general public and nearby property.

ON THE DAY OF WORK - Barriers, cones and safety measures will be put in place before any climbing, cutting of branches or tree felling is started, to keep passers-by and unauthorised persons away from the work area. Traffic may have to be temporarily stopped if there is any threat of debris falling into a public highway.

According to the type of work that's called for a tree surgeon will need varying degrees of protection. When doing chainsaw work, they will as a bare minimum be wearing protective clothing to prevent serious cutting injuries to the torso, legs and hands. All operatives involved in the work must wear hi-vis clothing, and eye and head protection, at all times.

Extra operatives will normally be required to help in the removal of high branches and heavy sections of tree trunk, especially if any working at height is involved, and where ladders and associated climbing equipment is being deployed. It's a good idea to inform your next door neighbours of the need for access, since a skip or other means of transporting the waste materials away will be parked as close as possible to the work area.

AFTER COMPLETION OF WORK - On completion of all the work, the site can be cleared of all debris, and all the waste and branches can be hauled away. Your tree surgeon should then sign off and provide you with a certificate of work done, especially where the trees are under a protection order. Highways and footpaths can then be re-opened to the public, with any safety measures in public areas being removed.

Problems or issues should be put right immediately by approaching the tree surgeon directly. If there's any further dispute or arbitration needed, and your tree surgeon is a member of a professional body, you can get help and advice from the AA or the ISA so as to come to an acceptable solution.

Local Newtownards tree surgeons will probably have the postcode BT22 and the telephone dialling code 02891. They'll operate in Newtownards itself, along with nearby areas like Scrabo Tower, Dundonald, Donaghee, Ballywater, Helens Bay, Greyabbey, Millisle, Belfast, Crawfordsburn, Bangor, Castlereagh, Holywood, Comber, Groomsport, Conlig, Carrowdore, Ballygowan, and these postcodes: BT23 4PQ, BT23 4BT, BT23, BT23 4EG, BT23 4NH, BT23 4DR, BT23 4GB, BT23 4LH, BT23 4AF, BT23 4JR.

If you need this sort of service it is definitely advisable to use a certified local tree surgeon. Newtownards homeowners can substantially benefit from the expertise and knowledge that are the trademark of a seasoned professional.

Stump Grinding

It is important to ensure that you hire a tree surgery company with the proper equipment and knowhow, when you need to have specialist services such as stump grinding done in Newtownards. Seasoned tree surgeons always clear out every remnant of any size tree stump to a good 12 inches below the surface. Having access to the recommended stump grinding machinery means that the tree surgeon will have the ability to grind roots and stumps fairly close to buildings and walls while avoiding damage. This purpose built grinding apparatus is so versatile that it can even be used to clear away tree stumps that are tucked away in passageways, alleys and other usually inaccessible spots. Where really massive trees need to be taken out the tree stump that remains can be quite substantial and the major roots will go down to a considerable depth, requiring a herculean effort to deal with them them.

Cable Bracing Trees Newtownards

In certain circumstances where a tree shows signs of decay, damage, or is a risk to nearby persons or property, a technique called cable bracing can be used to give support to the tree. Where older or valuable trees in Newtownards are concerned, cable bracing is used where it is unsatisfactory to fell a tree or cut out large portions that are unsafe or unstable.

A cable bracing set-up can be effective in supporting any V-shaped forks, weak tree limbs and poor joints that may be an issue. To help mitigate structural tension and prolong the life of old and valued trees most Newtownards tree surgeons will be prepared to carry out various kinds of bracing work by the installation of cables and rods.

A non-invasive procedure, that doesn't cause damage to the tree by drilling and bolting the problematic branches, cable bracing provides both flexible and shock-absorbing support. A risk assessment must be carried out by a tree surgeon or arborist before any actual cable bracing work can be undertaken. This is essential to guarantee the safety of the tree and adjacent areas as the work progresses.

TPOs (Tree Preservation Orders) Newtownards

You must ensure that there is no TPO (Tree Preservation Order) on any of your trees in Newtownards, before you carry out any serious work on them. You should talk to your local planning authority to make certain none of the trees on your property are subject to TPOs. Local authority consent in writing is essential if topping, felling, lopping, removal, wilful damage, wilful destruction or uprooting is planned on any tree that is subject to a TPO. Your tree surgeon will be able to explain the process and help you out with any checks.

If you live within a conservation area in Newtownards, and intend to carry out any work on a tree with a stem diameter of seventy five millimetres or more, you need to give at least 6 wks notice in writing to your local authority.

Protecting Trees in Winter

Although lengthy periods of intense cold are quite rare in the British Isles it could still be worthwhile to think about a few precautionary measures for protecting your trees and shrubs when the weather turns bad. In actual fact, even plants, trees and shrubs that we generally consider to be hardy, will benefit from a bit of extra protection in the colder winter months.

When you have trees on your property in Newtownards, it's strong winds that are the biggest concern, and they may still be susceptible even though the majority of them will have already dropped their leaves by wintertime, thus being less wind resistant. If a tree on your property is swaying precariously in the wind, or has been damaged by gales, a local tree surgeon should be contacted to conduct an assessment. Heavy snowfall can also lead to snapped branches, so keep your eyes open when these sorts of weather conditions arrive. A substantial layer of mulch around the base of shrubs and trees (especially freshly planted ones), can help to keep the roots frost-free and stop them from becoming dehydrated.

Required Skills for a Tree Surgeon in Newtownards

• Have an organised way of working.
• Be professional and able to complete tasks within a given period.
• Be conscious of the dangers and complexities involved in all aspects of the work.
• Have a good understanding of public security and safety.
• Be patient and have the ability to stay calm and focused in times of stress.
• Be able to work with your hands.
• Physical skills such as co-ordination and movement.
• Have necessary computer skills and know how to carry out basic tasks with handheld devices.
• Have good customer service skills.
• Have the ability to maintain, use and repair equipment and tools.
• Being able to work well with other folks.

Tree Surgery Tasks Newtownards

Newtownards tree surgeons will likely help you with tree surveys, drop crotching, pest management Newtownards, health assessments, hedge laying, tree care in Newtownards, dead wooding Newtownards, eco plug treatments in Newtownards, air spading Newtownards, tree cabling, retrenchment pruning in Newtownards, tree watering, forestry management, waste removal Newtownards, tree shaping, tree planting Newtownards, decompaction Newtownards, arboriculture in Newtownards, tree reduction in Newtownards, tree felling in Newtownards, tree dismantling Newtownards, root grinding Newtownards, tree fertilising, landscape clearance in Newtownards, crown removal, damage restoration, tree lopping, cut sealing Newtownards, shrub maintenance, tree topping and other tree surgeon services in Newtownards, Northern Ireland. Listed are just an example of the duties that are accomplished by a local tree surgeon. Newtownards professionals will inform you of their whole range of services.

Tree Surgeons Nearby

Also find: Crawfordsburn tree surgeon, Conlig tree surgeon, Groomsport tree surgeon, Donaghee tree surgeon, Scrabo Tower tree surgeon, Dundonald tree surgeon, Helens Bay tree surgeon, Ballywater tree surgeon, Greyabbey tree surgeon, Carrowdore tree surgeon, Ballygowan tree surgeon, Millisle tree surgeon and more. Practically all of these localities are covered by local tree surgeons. Property owners in the region can obtain tree surgery estimates by going here.

Tree Care Services Newtownards

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• Newtownards Hedge Reduction
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• Newtownards Crown Lifting
• Newtownards Tree Maintenance
• Newtownards Site Clearance
• Newtownards Tree Reshaping
• Newtownards Forestry Management
• Newtownards Soil Terravention
• Newtownards Tree Pollarding
• Newtownards Hedge Planting
• Newtownards Tree Removal
• Newtownards Tree Cutting
• Newtownards Tree Felling
• Newtownards Tree Planning

More Newtownards Trades: Of course, when you are having tree surgery done in Newtownards, Northern Ireland, you'll likely be in need of other garden related services, and together with a tree surgeon in Newtownards, Northern Ireland, you may also need garden rubbish removal in Newtownards, garden clearances in Newtownards, patio cleaning in Newtownards, garden design and planning in Newtownards, driveway pavers in Newtownards, soil drainage services in Newtownards, garden decking in Newtownards, garden shed installation in Newtownards, SKIP HIRE in Newtownards, artifical grass in Newtownards, landscapers in Newtownards, garden pond builders in Newtownards, hedge clipping in Newtownards, grass cutting services in Newtownards, weeding services in Newtownards, fencers in Newtownards, and other different Newtownards tradespeople.

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