When to book hedge works Hedge management during the bird nesting season requires careful consideration to ensure the protection of nesting birds and their habitats. Here are some guidelines and best practices to follow: Timing The bird nesting season typically runs from March to August, although specific timing may vary depending on the region and…
The terms ‘tree surgeon’ and ‘arborist’ are often used, but do you know what the difference is between the two? An analogy is sometimes made that a Tree Surgeon and Arborist relationship is similar to that of a medical surgeon and a doctor. The Surgeon performs the complex mechanics, whilst the doctor diagnoses and directs.…
This long-dead oak (Quercus robur) was deemed unsafe to climb, so to remove it, it was necessary to bring in a ‘Mobile Elevated Work Platform’. These devices are also known as ‘cherry pickers’ are gaining popularity in arboriculture in the UK, and are much more commonly employed in the United States and Australia. MEWPs come…
Today there is no shortage of adverts all over the internet for every type of professional service, but when the time comes to choose a tree surgeon or arborist in the Surrey area to look after your trees and hedges, what should you look out for? The professional body that regulates this industry is The Arboricultural…