Tree Surgeon Advice

elsmandino

Hello.

I have a rather large eucalyptus tree in my garden (at a very rough guess, 30 feet and has grown into two, about three feet up from the base).

I know that the removing of the root of these trees is going to be a nightmare, so all I really want is about 8 foot of tree left standing so I can deal with that at a later date.

I have been recommended a tree surgeon by a friend but for some reason they have failed to get back to me, despite a number of chasers.

1. What is the best way to go about looking for another tree surgeon?

I have heard about online sites where you offer a job out for tender and people offer quotes for the job - is this a good way to get the work done?

2. As a very rough figure, what do you think the work might cost?

3. What might the cost difference be between the cut down tree being left in the back garden, for me to dispose of myself, against having the surgeon take it away?

Thanks.

kazwookie

1. try google for your area
2. Look at local council web page they may have some listed
3. Ask on your local FB page for recommendations
4. No idea of costs as no idea where in the country you are, or what access is like into your garden
5. Look in those local papers / magasines that come through the letter box every so oftern.

Debbie_Savard

TBH that's not really work for a tree surgeon. just contact a landscape gardener and get them to chop down and dig out the rootball in one visit. If the site is accessible, a stump grinder will make quick work of the root. I'd not pay more than £100.

EachPenny

elsmandino wrote: »

I have a rather large eucalyptus tree in my garden (at a very rough guess, 30 feet and has grown into two, about three feet up from the base).
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I have been recommended a tree surgeon by a friend but for some reason they have failed to get back to me, despite a number of chasers.

This is a busy time of year for tree work - lots of Winter storm damage to be cleared and the rapidly approaching deadline before the Spring nesting season starts. People with building/construction projects planned in the next 6 months will want their trees removed as a priority otherwise the projects will be delayed.

Do you really need to get the tree removed now? Could it wait until after the nesting season? The risk is if you go with anyone who is available now rather than a reliable contractor you may end up with problems.

You should also check to make sure you are legally allowed to remove (or even prune) the tree. The restrictions are not just limited to TPO's, you might have a Restrictive Covenant for example. This link gives some other legal issues relevant to England (check if you live elsewhere in the UK)
https://www.trees.org.uk/Help-Advice/Public/A-brief-guide-to-legislation-for-trees

glasgowdan

A 30ft tree isn't a difficult job, though it depends on the location and surrounds. Have you a photo?

I'd probably spend 4 hours doing it, including clearup, and take away the waste (cut stump within a couple inches of the ground) for £250ish.