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How long does BS5837 tree work take on site?

23 July 2026

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By Ross Webster

For a typical two-acre commercial site with a mix of protected and low-value trees, expect 7 to 8 working days.

Days 1-2: We install tree protection. Fencing off root protection zones for retained Category A and B trees. Site setup and access confirmed.

Days 2-4: Category U removals. Dead, dangerous, and development-conflicting trees. Sectional dismantling with ropes and rigging is common.

Days 4-6: Category C removals. Low-value trees blocking the build area.

Days 6-7: Work on retained Category B trees. Pruning, crown reductions, deadwood removal.

Days 7-8: Waste removal. Timber chipped on site, logs removed, ground left tidy for the groundworks crew.

This is a guide. Every site is different. A small domestic plot can be a one-day job.

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