Tree Surgeons Cookham

In the case of fruit trees, shrubs, smaller trees and hedges, a passionate gardener will be perfectly capable of keeping them neat and in check, and will likely get a bit of pleasure from this activity. Routine trimming and pruning of tree growth that can be reached from ground level are relatively hassle-free jobs, and can be undertaken if you are confident, know what you are doing and have the correct tools. However, the process is best left to the experts if larger trees are involved that call for climbing or ladders.

It isn't just the chance of you falling or harming yourself that is a concern when trying to access tall trees, it's also the threat of falling branches (or equipment) causing damage or injury to people on the ground. This kind of project also involves the use of dangerous tools, and the thought of an inexperienced gardener wielding a powered-up chainsaw whilst balancing precariously up a tree sends shivers up my spine.

Your first thoughts may be that a gardener would be the correct person to contact for your tree care requirements. But generally speaking, gardeners aren't suitably qualified to deal with tree felling or larger tree related jobs. The tradesperson that you really need is a tree surgeon, who'll have all the right tools and equipment for any kind of tree care project. Depending on the extent of the work involved, and the type and size of trees you have in your garden in Cookham, some specialist equipment such as chainsaws, harnesses and wood chipping machines, could be needed.

A genuine Cookham tree surgeon will be suitably qualified in arboriculture, will be experienced in using such tools and machinery and will hold certain certifications. Whilst numerous folks in Cookham will profess to be tree surgeons, make certain that you employ one who's got these certifications:

• CS38 (NPTC 206/306) - Tree climbing & rescue.
• CS39 (NPTC 308) - Use of chainsaw from a rope & harness.
• CS30 (NPTC 201/202) - Maintenance of the chainsaw, on site preparation, & basic crosscutting.
• CS31 (NPTC 203) - Fell and process small trees.

Basic qualifications in first-aid are also important for tree surgeons. It's also essential that all tree surgery in Cookham is done according to British Standards (BS3998) recommendations.

These qualifications are the very least that you should be looking for when employing a tree surgeon in Cookham, therefore ask for proof that they are trained to these standards. If the 'tree surgeon' you are thinking of hiring cannot verify that they've got any of these qualifications, steer well clear and find someone who does. You can tell someone is a more competent Cookham tree surgeon if they have also gained a City and Guilds qualification in forestry, countryside management, arboriculture, woodland ecology & conservation or forest management.

A wide selection of tree related tasks can be undertaken by a properly trained tree surgeon in Cookham, including tree removal, tree felling, disease identification, transplanting, pest control, the protection of trees from grazing, tree planting, stump grinding and tree surgery.

For most homeowners in Cookham this will most likely involve crown raising, tree removal/felling, crown re-shaping, crown thinning, bracing, pruning, damage restoration, crown cleaning etc.

A professional tree surgeon in Cookham should also be skilled in the safe use of winches, pole saws, slacklines, wood shredders, chain saws, rigging ropes, lowering pulleys, climbing ropes, loppers, harnesses, rigging pulleys, stump grinding equipment, and other tree surgery tools and equipment. If the person you have chosen turns up with just a handsaw and a ladder, get rid of them and find somebody more qualified.

Before carrying out any serious work on your trees in Cookham, you should make sure there is not a TPO (Tree Preservation Order) on any of them. You need to contact your local authority to find out if any of the trees within the boundary of your property are subject to Tree Preservation Orders. Your tree surgeon should be able to give you advice on this and help with any checks.

You can begin your search for a reputable tree surgeon in Cookham, as soon as you have established that you need professional assistance with the trees on your property. The ways to achieve this are varied and many. You can flick through your local newspaper classifieds or check out the Yellow Pages. You can a get a recommendation from neighbours and friends. You could see what the online trade portals provide you with by entering your requirements on Rated People, Quotatis or Checkatrade. You can carry out an internet search for the dedicated websites of local tree surgeons in Cookham. These techniques should give you a reasonable short list of possible tree surgeons.

If you would prefer to have the crème de la crème of tree surgeons you should go with an Arboricultural Association approved contractor, who you know will be certified in these areas:

• Work standards, knowledge and operations.
• High standards of service to clients.
• Compliance with regulations for health and safety.
• Training and development.
• Arboricultural legislation compliance.

You should generally avoid jack-of-all-trade type operatives in Cookham, who offer to cut back your trees, and clean out your gutters, trim your lawn or jet wash your patio. Also steer clear of cold callers, cowboys and rogue traders, who don't know the first thing about tree surgery, but will 'have a crack' regardless. This work is hazardous, as we have previously explained, and should never be tackled by people who don't have the proper skills.

If you don't hire a person who's experienced, irreversible harm could be done to your trees, which is something I'm positive you'll want to avoid. If you want to maintain the wellbeing of your trees, stick with the pros, because lopping, treating or pruning trees in the wrong way or at the wrong time of the year can have serious consequences.

To give you a rough idea of what your tree surgery project is going to cost, you should always try to obtain at least 3 or 4 estimates from different local tree surgery companies in Cookham. Acquiring estimates is just one step in the whole process of finding a trustworthy tree surgeon in Cookham, there's more research that still needs to be carried out.

To get an idea of precisely who you are dealing with, ask lots of probing questions. Check everything that's included in the price you have been quoted, and also make sure that they have adequate two million pounds is the minimum amount for tree surgeons. You will want to know if waste removal is included, and that they will be taking away all the branches and waste that results from the project.

It might also be advisable to request some references from former clients. If they are delighted to provide you with references and even photographs of their work, you will know they are honest. To understand how a company operates and how content its customers are, you could also have a look at it's Facebook or Twitter page (if it has one).

Locally based Cookham tree surgeons are likely to have the postcode SL6 and the dialling code 01628. They'll operate in Cookham itself, as well as nearby areas like Wooburn Green, Cookham Dean, Well End, Handy Cross, Bisham, Hurley, Medmenham, Hedsor, Dropmore, Hitcham, Flackwell Heath, Furze Platt, and these postcodes: SL6 9AS, SL6 9DJ, SL6 9PF, SL6 9EJ, SL6 9NU, SL6 9DD, SL6 9PH, SL6 9LY, SL6 9DG, SL6 9BS.

If you need this sort of service it is unquestionably better to hire a trusted local tree surgeon. Cookham business and home owners can benefit greatly from the knowhow and expertise that a trained professional can offer.

Obtaining Help and Information

When checking out local Cookham tree surgeons, you should ask questions like: Do your employees and you have the required certifications and qualifications (for using chainsaws and tree care)? Does your work adhere to the British Standard (BS3998)? Are you a registered member of a reputable professional trade body (i.e. The International Society of Arboriculture or the Arboricultural Association)? Are you able to give me references from satisfied customers? Have you got public liability and employment insurance? Can you provide me with a written quote? to determine that they know precisely what they're doing and that they will not inflict irreparable damage on your trees. If you aren't given positive replies to any or all of those questions, it is best to find a different a tree surgeon.

You will find a searchable directory of certified tree surgeons in Great Britain on the Arboricultural Association (AA) site, and also find a great deal of helpful details about what to look for in a quality tree surgeon. Another valuable site offering a "find a tree surgeon (arborist)" tool (here) and a "verify credentials" tool, is the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture), where there is of course a lot more specifics of arboriculture (tree surgery). To get a basic view of tree surgery as a vocation, you could always visit the Wikipedia "Arborist" page by clicking here, or the Britannica page here. In order to save a lot of time and effort you may also try using one of the trade review portals such as Rated People or Trustatrader, where customer testimonials and reviews are available and required credentials have been already corroborated. The Government endorsed Trustmark website is also a solid place for uncovering dependable trades-people, tree surgeons included. Trustmark prioritises good trading practices, customer service and technical competence with the protection of consumers at its core.

Tree Stump Removal Cookham

When a tree needs cutting down and removing in your garden in Cookham, there's also a stump to think about. In some cases it might be feasible for you to leave the stump exactly where it is until it rots away on it's own. However, a substantial stump could take several years to rot down, and could even send out suckers in an attempt to regrow itself. Tree stumps can also attract unwelcome pests, be an eyesore, and a trip hazard.

There are various methods for getting rid of a tree stump completely, but stump removal and stump grinding are the 2 main choices. For the purposes of this section we will be focusing on stump removal in Cookham as opposed to grinding.

There are essentially 3 techniques for getting rid of a tree stump - burning, digging out by hand and chemical treatments. If you want to have a go at removing the tree stump for yourself, you could choose any of these tactics when appropriate. If a local tree surgeon is going to be performing the work, stump grinding is typically their technique of choice, however eco-plugging or another chemically based removal treatment might also be suggested.

Chemical Stump Removal: If you opt for the chemical stump removal option, you'll need to get hold of Resolva Xtra Tough Tree Stump Killer, Roundup Tree Stump Remover or Vitax SBK Stump Killer. When working with these you should always follow the instructions to the letter, as such chemicals can be very hazardous. This should be seen as a long, rather than short term stump removal solution, since it may take several weeks to completely rot away, subject to the size of the stump. It will still need to be removed with an axe and spade once it has completely rotted.

Stump Burning: Burning a tree stump is not usually recommended, and may be at variance with local legislation, so take care if using this technique. The burning procedure comprises drilling a few 25mm holes into the tree stump, filling keeping them topped up with vegetable oil for several days until saturated. You should then cover the tree stump with charcoal or logs and set fire to it. A fire like this shouldn't be left unwatched, and must be monitored until safely burnt out. Once the burning process is complete, you must make sure that the fire is fully extinguished, and when it has cooled down completely you can dig out and clear away the burnt remnants of roots and stump.

Other methods include digging out and clearing all the soil away from beneath the tree stump, and lighting a fire in the excavated void which has been established. There are a number of circumstances where burning isn't appropriate, for instance when there are fences, other trees or buildings near to the stump in question.

Hand Stump Digging: Digging out a tree stump by hand calls for a few tools such as a chainsaw, loppers, a handsaw and a pointed shovel. It involves digging down to expose the roots, chopping the roots with a saw or loppers, and finally freeing up the stump, or making it easier to pull out. A cable ratchet winch may be required in order to complete this process. This can be exhausting and laborious work, and should not be attempted by anyone who is not fit and healthy.

Skills Necessary for a Tree Surgeon in Cookham

• Be alert to the dangers and complexities involved in all areas of tree work.
• Being able to work alongside others.
• Good knowledge of public safety and security.
• To be meticulous and pay attention to detail.
• Be professional and capable of completing work within the given timeframe.
• To be able to conduct common tasks on a hand-held device or computer.
• Be capable of maintaining, repairing and using tools and machines.
• Physical skills like movement and coordination.
• Have the ability to work with your hands.
• Have patience and the ability to remain calm and focused in stressful circumstances.
• Decent customer skills.

Ash Dieback (Hymenoscyphus Fraxineus)

Most likely to wipe out around 80% of the current UK ash trees, over the coming years, ash dieback (Hymenoscyphus fraxineus) is a highly infectious fungal disease of ash trees, the first case of which was documented in the United Kingdom in 2012. Ash dieback is almost certain to have huge repercussions for our countryside, adding to the destruction caused by the earlier Dutch Elm Disease crisis.

Ash dieback has a particularly disastrous effect on the native Fraxinus excelsior (common ash), British Fraxinus excelsior (common ash), although it actually affects all trees of the Fraxinus genus, with varying levels of tolerance. Originating in eastern Asia where the native Manchurian ash (Fraxinus mandshurica) and Chinese ash (Fraxinus chinensis) are more resistant to it, the fungus which causes the disease is known as Hymenoscyphus fraxineus (H. fraxineus), and it kills off the tree by blocking its water transport (vascular) systems.

Quickly spread by spores released from the fruiting bodies of the fungus, and can be blown for miles on the wind, ash dieback can be found in most parts of the UK with mortality rates of up to 85%.

The noticeable signs of ash dieback are:

• New epicormic growth appears from previously dormant buds (common in stressed trees).
• Wilting leaves that turn black and are shed prematurely.
• Dark brown necrotic lesions (often diamond shaped) form where limbs connect to trunk.
• Dying shoots and leaves are visible in summer.
• Leaves developing dark patches during the summertime.

Stronger ash are able to fight the infection to some degree, but ultimately die from continual attacks, year-after-year. Because it's an airborne disease there's no apparent approach for stopping its spread, and no cure for chalara ash dieback.

Although you can report cases of ash dieback to the Forestry Commission's "Tree Alert Service", it is so common right through Great Britain that they are only really interested to know about cases which are found in locations not previously affected. If you believe that you have a case of ash dieback on your property in Cookham, you must contact a local tree surgeon, who can offer guidance and advice about how best to proceed - ultimately the tree will have to be felled and removed.

Tree families affected by ash dieback: the Fraxinus genus.

Chainsaws in Tree Surgery

The most dangerous and arguably the most commonplace tool that is used by Cookham tree surgeons, is the chainsaw. The most popular type of chainsaw with professional users is the petrol driven version, being easily handled and more mobile, although you are able to buy rechargeable battery chainsaws and mains operated models. Where thick branches and large tree stems need cutting, such substantial tree work requires the use of the most robust and powerful petrol chainsaws.

Basically, a chainsaw is composed of a motor-driven chain which has a series of razor-sharp teeth for cutting through bark and inner wood. There are also different styles of chainsaw, rear-handled for work at ground level (two handed), pole saws for long distance pruning and hard to reach branches and top-handled for working at height (and which can be used with one hand).

Although carrying a rapidly spinning blade whilst balancing precariously high up in a tree isn't the safest job on the planet, it is rare to see a professional Cookham tree surgeon who does not use a chainsaw in their day-to-day activities. In order to gain membership of the Arboricultural Association (AA), being trained in the safe use and maintenance of chainsaws is one of the main conditions.

Although there are quite a few different chainsaw makes and models available to professional tree surgeons, the most popular in the United Kingdom are Husqvarna, Makita, Stihl and Hyundai.

Crown Thinning Cookham

The removal of a lot of the smaller branches on the tree's outer crown to produce a density of foliage that is consistent all the way through whilst not transforming the size or shape of a tree, is commonly referred to as crown thinning. This tree work is often only performed on trees with broad leaves and is done to lessen the weight of the crown of the tree, to minimize the stress upon particular limbs as a result of ice, wind, snow, or gravity, to prevent the tree from being uprooted in blustery conditions, to enable more sunlight throughout or to decrease the tree's wind resistance. The general size and form of the tree shouldn't be transformed by crown thinning, and should just result in a uniform thickness of foliage encompassing uniformly distributed branches.

The Day to Day Duties of a Tree Surgeon

• Identify hazards presented by trees.
• Prepare tree survey reports for both commercial and domestic clients.
• Be adept with power tools and powered machinery.
• Deal with customers and complete administrative tasks.
• Fell and remove trees and grind stumps.
• Chip and cut logs and branches.
• Tidy up area upon completion and fulfil removal of waste product from customer's site.
• Tree planting and transplanting.
• Evaluate the health of trees and create treatment plan.
• Climb trees to prune or remove branches as required.
• Maintain and service equipment like chainsaws and wood chippers.
• Prepare telephone or on-site quotes with the customers.

Tree Preservation Orders Cookham

Before carrying out any major work on your trees in Cookham, you should make sure there is not a TPO (Tree Preservation Order) on any of them. You should contact your local authority to make sure none of the trees within the boundaries of your property are subject to Tree Preservation Orders. Local authority permission in writing is needed if removal, wilful destruction, wilful damage, uprooting, lopping, topping or cutting down is planned on any tree that is covered by a Tree Preservation Order. Your tree surgeon will be able to explain the process and help you out with any checks.

Also, if you plan to perform any work on a tree with a diameter of 75 millimetres or more, and your property is inside a conservation area in Cookham, you must give your local planning authority a minimum of 6 wks written notice of the work.

Safety

One of the key concerns with tree surgery in Cookham is the safety aspect, given that it can certainly be a risky and dangerous procedure if handled badly. If the so called tradespeople carrying out the tree surgery are inexperienced or incapable, there are a number of things that may go amiss such as falling timber and branches, not roping off the area to safeguard vehicles and the general public, failing to wear cut resistant apparel (specifically trousers and boots), a lack of head protection, little if any protection from falling, in the form of harnesses, ropes and platforms and not using hearing or eyesight protection. Vulnerable owing to such inadequacies are the tree surgeon himself (person climbing the tree), passing pedestrians, the property owners family, fences and garden features, the street facilities, employees on the ground, the property or home, the tree itself, vehicles.

Eco-Plugging Cookham

If you have a large stump in your garden which needs to be removed, the conventional procedure that is used by most Cookham tree surgeons is stump grinding. However, "eco-plugging" is becoming increasingly more popular as an easier and more affordable alternative to this method. It's not merely the point that eco-plugging is less expensive that makes it an attractive option for stump removal, but also that it can be utilised in inaccessible and awkward locations which are hard to get at with bulky stump grinders.

For killing off tree stumps without affecting any nearby trees and vegetation, eco-plugging is an effective treatment. Eco-plugs eliminate the stump by destroying the whole root system, and can be employed in all weather conditions, and throughout the year. Containing a type of granular glyphosate herbicide which is suitable for treating a wide range of trees, eco-plugs work in 95% to 100% of cases. (Tags: Eco-Plugs Cookham, Eco-Plugging Tree Stump Removal Cookham, Eco-Plugging Cookham, Eco-Plug Treatments Cookham).

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Latest Tree Surgery Projects

Mrs Mariella Marshall from Pangbourne, Berkshire wants somebody who can remove about 5 conifers of 150 - 200mm diameters. In Upper Basildon, Berkshire Mr Rodrigo Caddy needs a tree surgeon who can do the pollarding of several trees along a path. Mr and Mrs Garbett are looking for an expert tree surgeon in Chieveley to prune their pear tree. Mr and Mrs Alderson are searching for a dependable tree surgeon to do some hedge cutting and shrub trimming in their garden in Speen. In Wargrave Ms Maizie Donaldson needs a tree surgeon who can carry out some stump grinding to remove 3 hefty tree stumps. In Ashmore Green, Berkshire Mr Tobias Hussain needs a tree surgeon who can trim a tall hawthorn hedge down to a five foot height and remove all the debris. Louie Montgomery wanted a quote for removing 3 large trees from the garden of his property in Eton Wick. Mr and Mrs Sturrock need a specialist in Purley on Thames who can chop back a 30 metre length of beech hedge to a workable height.

Tree Surgery Tasks Cookham

Cookham tree surgeons can generally help you with tree staking, hedge laying in Cookham, stump grinding, brush cutting services, damage restoration Cookham, damaged tree cutting and removal, root grinding, shielding trees from grazing, waste removal, the removal of dead wood, tree maintenance, tree management, crown cleaning in Cookham, tree lopping, eco-plugging, tree watering, forestry management in Cookham, conrolling pests, tree surveys, tree removal, tree care Cookham, dead wooding in Cookham, tree reduction, tree replanting Cookham, root decompaction, arboriculture Cookham, tree shaping, tree pruning, site clearance, crown lifting, crown raising, soil terraventing, hazard assessment Cookham, crown removal, drop crotching and other tree surgeon services in Cookham, Berkshire. These are just some of the tasks that are accomplished by tree surgeons. Cookham companies will be delighted to keep you abreast of their full range of services.

Tree Surgeons Near Cookham: Also find: Cookham Dean tree surgeons, Medmenham tree surgeons, Furze Platt tree surgeons, Bisham tree surgeons, Hitcham tree surgeons, Dropmore tree surgeons, Flackwell Heath tree surgeons, Well End tree surgeons, Wooburn Green tree surgeons, Handy Cross tree surgeons, Hedsor tree surgeons, Hurley tree surgery and more. All these places are serviced by tree surgeons. Cookham householders and others can obtain quotations by clicking here.

Tree Care Services Cookham

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• Site Clearance
• Tree Cutting
• Woodland Management
• Dead Wooding
• Tree Pruning
• Vegetation Management
• Tree Replanting
• Tree Care
• Crown Cleaning
• Eco-Plugging
• Crown Removal
• Tree Topping
• Root Removal
• Hedge Reduction

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Around Cookham

Tree surgeons were recently working in the following Cookham locations: Broom Hill, Stone House Lane, Graham Road, Sutton Close, Alleyns Lane, Bedwins Lane, Mill Lane, Shergold Way, Vicarage Close, Lower Road, New Road, Church Road, Dean Lane, Whyteladyes Lane, Penling Close, Lyndhurst Avenue, Woodmoor End, Inwood Close, Spencers Lane, Groves Way, Southwood Gardens, Hatch Place, Westwood Green, Windmill Road, and in buildings having these postcodes: SL6 9AS, SL6 9DJ, SL6 9PF, SL6 9EJ, SL6 9NU, SL6 9DD, SL6 9PH, SL6 9LY, SL6 9DG, SL6 9BS. These places recently saw activity by qualified tree surgeons. Cookham homeowners enjoyed the benefits of professional and dependable tree surgery services.

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