Tree Surgeon in Durham
Tree surgery for homes and managed properties in Durham, Chester-le-Street, Consett, Bishop Auckland and Darlington. Written quote after a site assessment.
Send photos of the whole tree, its base, nearby buildings and the access route. We’ll arrange the right assessment and quote.
What our customers say
“I was recommended Ross to cut down and trim a large conifer hedge.”
“He came out quickly after getting in contact to assess what needed doing and provide a quote.”
“Very professional and educated me what was the best way to do the job.”
“He was quick, efficient and did a great job of clearing away.”
“Will definitely be using again and recommending to others.”
- NPTC qualified
- LANTRA qualified
- £10M public liability insurance
- BS3998 standard
Tree surgery in Durham and County Durham
We carry out tree removal, pruning, stump grinding and hedge cutting in Durham and across County Durham.
Tell us what needs doing and send your postcode. Photos of the tree and access are helpful if you can take them safely. We’ll arrange a visit where needed and give you a written quote before work starts.
Work we carry out in Durham
- Tree pruning
- Crown reduction, crown thinning, crown lifting, deadwood removal and formative pruning where retaining the tree is the sensible outcome. See tree pruning.
- Tree removal
- Straight felling where there’s a safe drop zone, or controlled sectional dismantling where buildings, boundaries, roads or services are close. See tree removal.
- Stump grinding
- Stumps ground to an agreed depth where access and underground services allow. We explain any further preparation needed for planting or turf.
- Hedge and vegetation work
- Hedge trimming, staged reductions and agreed garden or boundary clearance. See hedge care.
Access changes the method
A tree beside an open field is a different job from one at the end of a narrow garden. Gate width, steps, slopes, fragile ground, overhead lines, neighbouring property and the route for timber all affect the setup. We check these details before confirming whether the work can be felled, climbed, lowered in sections or needs additional equipment.
We establish an exclusion zone before cutting. If the work affects a public path, road or utility line, the controls and responsible parties are agreed before the date. Never approach a damaged or tensioned tree yourself.
Permissions and nesting birds
Durham trees can be protected by a Tree Preservation Order or conservation-area controls. We check the address and proposed work before booking and explain what consent or notice is needed. A protected tree isn’t automatically untouchable, but work must follow the correct route.
We also check for active bird nests before cutting. If wildlife constraints mean the work must wait, we explain that at the assessment rather than arrive and start regardless.
Tree surgeon Durham quote process
- Send details. Photos, address or area, access information and what you want changed.
- Assess the site. We confirm condition, hazards, permissions, access and the practical method.
- Receive a written quote. The scope states the work, waste handling, stump treatment and any exclusions.
- Complete and clear. We carry out the work and clear away the branches and timber included in your quote.
What affects the price
Tree size, species, condition, proximity to buildings, access, the amount of lowering or carrying, waste handling and whether stump grinding is required all affect the price. A free site visit gives a more useful quote than a generic price range. We confirm the cost in writing before work starts.
What's not included
Work outside the agreed tree, hedge and vegetation scope and protected-tree work without consent aren’t included in a standard visit. Stump grinding and tree surveys are services we also provide, quoted separately. See our stump grinding and tree surveys pages.
Qualifications and cover. NPTC and LANTRA qualified. £10M public liability insurance. Site-specific risk assessment and method statement. Written quote before work begins.
What customers ask
Common questions
What areas around Durham do you cover?
We cover Durham city, Chester-le-Street, Consett, Bishop Auckland and Darlington, plus nearby County Durham properties where the work suits our team and equipment. Send the postcode so we can confirm.
Can you quote for tree work from photos?
Photos can support an initial assessment. Large, damaged or restricted-access trees need a site visit before the method and fixed written quote are confirmed.
Do I need permission to prune or remove a Durham tree?
A Tree Preservation Order or conservation-area status may require consent or notice. We check the address and proposed work before booking and explain the route.
Do you remove the branches and timber?
Agreed branches and green waste are removed as stated in the quote. Logs can be left cut to length if requested. Stump grinding is a service we also provide, priced separately unless included in the scope. See our stump grinding page.
Can you deal with a dangerous tree urgently?
Call with photos if it’s safe to take them. We prioritise immediate risks according to the position, access, weather and current work, then make the tree safe before arranging any follow-up clearance.
Need a tree surgeon in Durham?
Send photos of the whole tree, its base, nearby buildings and the access route. We’ll arrange the right assessment and quote.