Tree Surgeon Tenterden

Those in Tenterden who attempt to do tree work themselves, or by using a non-qualified individual may well risk causing damage to the trees, to property and to life. However, even for specialist tree surgeons who know about all the hazards, tree work is not entirely safe. There are an average of three deaths and a hundred and forty severe injuries each year within the industry, making it one of the most dangerous jobs in the United Kingdom and definitely not for amateurs to try.

A poorly maintained or damaged tree can also cause a danger to life, with around 5 people per year being killed by falling trees or branches in the UK. If property is damaged, or an injury occurs due to you employing someone to carry out tree work, you could be liable for any compensation to any third-party. These are the reasons why it's important to retain the services of a trained tree surgeon to work on your trees in Tenterden. (Figures sourced from HSE UK).

There are two main professional trade bodies, one or both of which a skilled Tenterden tree surgeon should be an approved member of. The websites of both the AA (Arboricultural Association) and the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) allow you to view the membership and professional status of any tree surgeon in Tenterden. Membership of either of these two organisations gives the tree surgeon recognised ARB Approved Contractor status which can be checked on this website.

You are able to get in touch with these industry bodies for arbitration assistance and for help and advice at any stage, if an issue crops up during or after any work has been accomplished.

If anybody offers you an estimate for any tree work and they aren't on this directory list, you should politely decline their offer and find an approved contractor. It's a good idea to get at least 3 different quotes from various companies in Tenterden, as soon as you have thoroughly checked their qualifications and professional memberships. While acquiring these quotations you should ask the questions below, stating you need them to provide the answers because of the risks of the work involved:

• How much insurance cover do you provide? As recommended by the ISA and AA, your tree surgeon should be able to show you an insurance certificate covering no less than five million pounds public liability.
• Do you give written quotations? You must NEVER accept a verbal quote only. Only ever accept a written quote.
• Can you provide documents to indicate that you've got the recommended qualifications, membership of the ISA or AA, and also a certificate for the use of a chainsaw from the NPTC/LANTRA? Any operative/tree surgeon using a chainsaw, must by law hold a NPTC/LANTRA certificate. Qualifications might include Certificates and National Diplomas in Arboriculture.
• Can I contact some former customers to check the quality of your tree work? Doing an independent check on any recent work is always recommended.

The written quote must include clear and precise information on the tree work to be undertaken. It should indicate whose responsibility it is to remove debris, tree branches and stumps, and should also include information on any trees which might be protected in law, and the steps needed to obtain permission to work on them. Double check that VAT has also been included on the quotation. You've got a responsibility for employing only competent people to work on your trees and property, and it is important to understand that fact.

PRIOR TO WORK BEGINNING - Your chosen Tenterden tree surgeon should enquire whether any of your trees are protected and make the necessary steps to ensure that any tree work can get the go-ahead from the local authority. Even protected trees need to be maintained so as to cut back old or dead wood and ensure public safety, so discovering that a tree has protected status does not imply that work can't still be carried out.

If your property in Tenterden happens to be within a designated conservation area, the Local Planning Authority (LPA) will require at least six weeks written notice of any planned tree work. This only applies to trees with a trunk diameter of over 7.5 centimetres in diameter, at a point 1.5 metres from ground level. If the thinning or pruning of a protected tree's branches are needed in order to promote and sustain growth, notice is also not necessary.

After completing a full assessment of your trees health, your chosen Tenterden tree surgeon will determine the required remedial treatment and how the required outcome can be achieved with safety in mind. This will include a full risk assessment of any areas that may be impacted by falling branches, such as on your property, in public spaces, and on neighbouring properties. At this point, the amount of workforce required and the level of protection needed will also be determined. This is both personal protective equipment (PPE) and other safety precautions to keep the public and other property safe from damage or harm.

ON THE DAY OF WORK - Cones, barriers and safety measures should be put in place before any cutting of branches, climbing or tree felling begins, to keep passers-by and unauthorised persons away from the work area. If there is a risk of debris falling into a public highway, traffic may need to be stopped temporarily.

Different types of tree work will require the tree surgeon to have different degrees of protection. When doing chainsaw work, they will at a bare minimum be wearing protective clothing to avoid serious cutting injuries to the hands, legs and torso. High-vis clothing, and eye and head protection, must be worn by all workers involved in the operation.

If any working at height is involved, ladders and associated safety climbing equipment will have to be used, and extra workers will be on hand to assist in the removal of high branches and large pieces of tree trunk. For hauling waste materials away from the work area, a skip or truck will be parked as close as possible to the work area. This need for easy access is a good reason to inform your nearby neighbours of the planned work.

UPON COMPLETION OF WORK - On completion of all the tree work, the whole area can be cleared of all debris, and all the waste materials can be hauled away. Particularly when the trees are protected, a certificate of work done should then be created by your tree surgeon, which will be signed off and a copy given to you. Any safety measures that were put in public areas can then be removed, with highways and paths being re-opened to the public.

Issues or problems should be fixed immediately by approaching your tree surgeon directly. If your tree surgeon is an approved member of a professional trade body, you can get help and advice from the International Society of Arboriculture or the Arboricultural Association in order to reach an acceptable conclusion, if there's any further dispute.

Local Tenterden tree surgery services will most likely have the postcode TN30 and the telephone code 01580. They'll operate in Tenterden itself, as well as nearby areas like Rolvenden Layne, Wittersham, Woodchurch, Sissinghurst, Biddenden, Sandhurst, Parkgate, Rolvenden, Haigh Halden, Appledore, Ashenden, St MIchaels, Shadoxhurst, Benenden, and these postcodes: TN30 6ES, TN30 7AL, TN30 7BD, TN30 6JY, TN30 6EN, TN30 6RA, TN30 6UE, TN30 6RZ, TN30 6BD, TN30 7AN.

For this sort of service it's unquestionably a good idea to employ a reputable local tree surgeon. Tenterden homeowners can greatly benefit from the knowledge and skills offered by a seasoned professional.

Protecting Shrubs and Trees in the Wintertime

Although prolonged periods of intense cold are fairly rare in the UK it's still worthwhile to look at a few measures for protecting your trees and shrubs when the weather conditions turn bad. Winter can actually be quite a tough time for trees, shrubs and plants and even those that we usually think of as hardy will benefit from a bit of extra protection during times of severe cold.

Strong winds and storms can be the biggest problem where trees are concerned, and although most of your trees will have shed all their leaves come winter, they might still be at risk in extreme conditions. If you're worried about a tree's condition, or it looks like it might topple over, you must call in a tree surgeon to check it out and conduct a risk assessment. You can also have issues with trees due to heavy snowfall, so when such weather is expected, be on the lookout for possible damage. Protection from ice and frost may be needed for some shrubs and trees (in particular recently planted ones), and a deep covering of mulch round their bases will help keep their roots from freezing, and enable them to continue absorbing moisture.

Health and Safety Considerations

The safety issue is one of the main concerns when having tree surgery done, since if carried out improperly it can certainly be a hazardous undertaking. There are various things that can lead to injury or damage if the "tradesmen" engaged in the work are unqualified or inexperienced. Some of the most typical concerns are no fall protection, in the form of platforms, harnesses and ropes, not putting on hearing or eye protection, an absence of head protection, failure to use cut resistant clothing (in particular boots and leggings), neglecting to cordon-off the work area to protect vehicles and the general public and falling timber and branches. Owing to this type of incompetence, most likely susceptible are nearby structures, the tree surgeon (up the tree), the tree itself, vehicles, those working at ground level, garden outbuildings and fencing, pedestrians, the street facilities, the people living in the property.

Invasive Tree Roots Tenterden

You may face issues when some trees which have exceptionally intrusive roots are growing too close to your Tenterden property. Among the most commonplace problems are: cracked patios, damaged foundations and blocked drains. Some species of trees that have extremely aggressive roots include elms, willows, maples and sycamores.

Keeping any new trees that you plant on your property, as far as possible away from your home, patios, your sewerage system and paths, is advisable to avoid future complications. If you've already got problems with pre-existing trees that are growing too close to your home, you can get advice and help by getting in touch with a local Tenterden tree surgeon.

To avoid significantly harming your tree's health or even killing it, you shouldn't just cut through the problematic roots in an effort to deal with this yourself. Knowing which roots should be left, and which roots can be safely cut is the realm of the specialist, and a professional Tenterden tree care specialist will ensure that the tree can still get enough nutrients and water to survive successfully for many years to come.

Tree and shrub roots commonly cause cracks in subterranean drains, since sewerage pipes provide a continuous source of nutrients and water. Joint failure and even blockages can occur, when teeny roots compromise the joints of a drainage system, establish themselves and develop into substantial root balls. Through the use of manual rodding, mechanical equipment or high pressure jetting, certain Tenterden tree surgeons will offer high quality root removal solutions.

The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)

With its headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, the International Society of Arboriculture, usually referred to as the ISA is a non-profit organisation that encourages the benefits and awareness of trees. Serving the tree care industry across the world, the ISA is a membership association that promotes the professional practice of arboriculture, and provides accreditations for tree care professionals.

The ISA has best tree care practices as its focus, encouraging those involved in the tree care industry improve their skills, knowledge and arboricultural expertise, by promoting educational services, publications and events.

Since an agreement between the two was signed in 2016 the Arboricultural Association (AA) has been an associate organisation of the International Society of Arboriculture. This allowed the 2 to strengthen their relationship, whilst offering more opportunities for anyone in the United Kingdom and Ireland who's a signed-up member of the ISA. UK members of the Arboricultural Association now enjoy the benefits of being an integral part of a worldwide tree care network. Boasting over 22000 members globally the International Society of Arboriculture now has associate organisations and professional affiliates in EXTRAforestry management in Tenterden, tree pest management, removal of storm damaged trees, root grinding, health assessments Tenterden, retrenchment pruning in Tenterden, crown removal, crown lifting Tenterden, tree bracing, coppicing in Tenterden, root pruning, tree dismantling, hazard assessment Tenterden, tree cutting, cut sealing, safety inspections, crown raising, landscape clearing, stump removal in Tenterden, tree transplanting in Tenterden, tree surveys, the removal of dead wood, tree replanting in Tenterden, cabling Tenterden, root removal in Tenterden, tree maintenance, woodchipping Tenterden, tree shaping, tree planning, landscapingTEN, and the UK.

Logs/Firewood Tenterden

If you're wanting to buy logs or firewood in Tenterden, tree surgeons are normally an excellent source for this commodity. As tree surgeons spend a good deal or their time cutting down trees and branches, I guess this is hardly surprising.

Some Tenterden tree surgeons will sell you chopped and seasoned logs which are dried out and ready to burn, whilst others may be prepared to give you branches and logs free of charge, because they usually have an excess of them to get rid of.

Logs that have been left to dry out for at least twelve months are best for burning on your log burning stove or open fire, and they should have a moisture level of under 20 percent. Tree surgeons in Tenterden will typically have stocks of assorted hardwood logs and these are brilliant for a long, sustained burn which will throw out heat for 3 or 4 hours. The disadvantage of hardwood is that it can be quite tricky to light, so if you are able to pick up a few softwood logs, these are wonderful for getting the fire started. (Tags: Firewood Logs Tenterden, Hardwood Logs Tenterden, Logs and Firewood Tenterden, Firewood Tenterden).

A Tree Surgeons's Day to Day Tasks

• Deal with customers and complete administration duties.
• Identify hazards posed by trees.
• Tidy work area on completion and remove waste products from customer's site.
• Prepare telephone or on-site quotes for customers.
• Fell and remove trees and perform stump grinding.
• Evaluate tree health and treatment.
• Climb trees to remove or prune branches as required.
• Service equipment like wood chippers and chainsaws.
• Be competent using power tools and powered machinery.
• Plant trees and vegetation.
• Cut and chip logs and branches.
• Produce tree survey reports for both commercial and domestic clients.

Dutch Elm Disease

A fungal disease that has wiped out tens of millons of elm trees right through Britain during the last 50 yrs or more, Dutch Elm Disease (Ophiostoma novo-ulmi) is not quite as big an issue as it once was. Caused by a fungus called Ophiostoma novo-ulmi which is spread by the elm bark beetle, Dutch Elm Disease was imported into Britain accidentally in the nineteen sixties from North America (Canada).

Through the nationwide movement of elm products such as elm crates, bark mulch, saplings, and logs with the bark still attached, it swiftly spread through Britain after its initial arrival. Thought to have originally come from Asia (most likely Japan), DED didn't only affect trees in Great Britain, but also ravaged the stocks of elms in mainland Europe and North America.

The symptoms of Dutch Elm disease usually first appear in early summer, and manifest themselves as:

• Dark rings or spots in the cross-section of twigs.
• Twigs turning into a "shepherd's crook".
• Clusters of leaves turning yellow, wilting and falling.
• New shoots that die back from the tips.

Due to disease and the subsequent felling of infected, dying and dead trees, there are now very few large elms surviving in the UK countryside, therefore the spread has slowed and the beetle's favourite habitat largely removed. The propagation of young elms that are resistant to DED is a continuing project.

If you have elms in your garden in Tenterden, and suspect they might be afflicted with Dutch Elm Disease, you should contact your neighbourhood tree surgeon for guidance, or ask for a diagnosis from the THDAS (Tree Health Diagnostic and Advisory Service).

Tree families affected: Ulmacae and Zelkova.

Spread by - beetles of the Scolytus and Hylorgopinus genera.

Cause - fungi Ophiostoma Novo-Ulmi & Ophiostoma Ulmi.

Tree Surgery Tasks Tenterden

Tenterden tree surgeons can generally help with forestry management in Tenterden, tree pest management, removal of storm damaged trees, root grinding, health assessments Tenterden, retrenchment pruning in Tenterden, crown removal, crown lifting Tenterden, tree bracing, coppicing in Tenterden, root pruning, tree dismantling, hazard assessment Tenterden, tree cutting, cut sealing, safety inspections, crown raising, landscape clearing, stump removal in Tenterden, tree transplanting in Tenterden, tree surveys, the removal of dead wood, tree replanting in Tenterden, cabling Tenterden, root removal in Tenterden, tree maintenance, woodchipping Tenterden, tree shaping, tree planning, landscaping and other tree surgeon services in Tenterden, Kent. Listed are just a few of the duties that are accomplished by a local tree surgeon. Tenterden professionals will be delighted to keep you abreast of their entire range of services.

Tree Surgeons Nearby

Also find: Rolvenden Layne tree surgeon, Parkgate tree surgeon, Woodchurch tree surgeon, Haigh Halden tree surgeon, Ashenden tree surgeon, Biddenden tree surgeon, St MIchaels tree surgeon, Wittersham tree surgeon, Sissinghurst tree surgeon, Shadoxhurst tree surgeon, Benenden tree surgeon, Rolvenden tree surgeon and more. The majority of these localities are served by tree surgeons. Property owners in these localities can get tree surgery price quotes by clicking here.

Tree Care Services Tenterden

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• Tenterden Vegetation Management
• Tenterden Tree Surveys
• Tenterden Tree Replanting
• Tenterden Tree Inspections
• Tenterden Shrub Maintenance
• Tenterden Crown Cleaning
• Tenterden Crown Reduction
• Tenterden Hedge Trimming
• Tenterden Tree Bracing
• Tenterden Dead Wooding
• Tenterden Crown Removal
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• Tenterden Tree Cutting
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