Need safe, skilled Tree Contractors in Kennington? Fine Landscaping handles everything from crown reduction and pruning to stump removal, planting and hedge work. Fast response across SE11, including emergency call-outs when weather damage strikes.
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From mature street trees near Kennington Park to back-garden canopies around The Oval, tree work in SE11 needs a careful, methodical approach. Our team carries out tree felling, pruning and crown reduction with safety and neighbour relations in mind. We also provide stump removal and hedge work to keep gardens usable and light-filled. If you need urgent help after storms, our emergency call-out service is available.
Kennington’s Georgian townhouses, Victorian terraces and mansion blocks often come with tight side access, shared boundaries and established planting. We’re used to working around paved courtyards, basement lightwells and small rear gardens, where controlled rigging matters. Homeowners in Oval, Vauxhall and Elephant & Castle rely on us for clean, considerate work that won’t disrupt the street. If you’re planning improvements, we can also advise on tree planting that suits compact urban plots.
We start with a site visit to assess tree health, structure, targets and access, then recommend the safest specification. Work is carried out by trained, insured arborists using modern equipment, with clear communication on timings and noise. All arisings can be removed, and we leave paths, lawns and beds tidy. Many clients choose us as their tree contractors kennington area because we’re punctual, transparent, and consistent on finish quality.
Kennington streets can mean restricted parking, narrow access routes and close proximity to neighbours, so we plan logistics before arrival. We’re familiar with working near mansion blocks and terraces where lifting over fences or sectioning down is required. Ground conditions vary from compacted lawns to paved courtyards, which affects stump grinding and replanting choices. As tree contractors in London Borough of Lambeth, we also factor in local authority requirements and conservation considerations where relevant.
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Costs depend on tree size, access, waste removal and whether rigging is needed. As a guide, small pruning jobs often start around £150–£350, while crown reductions commonly fall between £350–£900. Tree felling can range from £450–£1,800+ depending on complexity and targets. Stump removal is typically £120–£450 per stump. Emergency call-outs may include an out-of-hours premium.
Many pruning or hedge jobs take 2–4 hours, while a medium crown reduction is often completed within half a day. Larger dismantles and technical felling can take a full day or more, especially in Kennington’s tighter gardens where everything must be lowered carefully. Stump grinding is usually 30–90 minutes per stump. Timescales vary with access, tree condition, nesting checks and waste volume.
Often, routine pruning and maintenance on private trees doesn’t need permission, but there are important exceptions. Trees may be protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or be within a conservation area, which can require consent or notice before work starts. If you’re unsure, we can help check the status and advise on the correct process. We also provide tree reports where supporting documentation is needed.
Yes. Fine Landscaping provides a 10-year warranty on workmanship for eligible completed works, giving you confidence that cuts, reductions and removals have been carried out correctly. The warranty covers defects arising from our workmanship, subject to normal care and excluding issues caused by extreme weather, third-party damage, or changes in site conditions. We’ll explain what’s covered for your specific job before we begin.
We can recommend tree planting options suited to Kennington gardens, including smaller ornamental trees for courtyards and more substantial species for larger plots. For shaping and size control, popular choices include crown reduction, crown lifting and formative pruning for young trees. We also offer hedge work for boundaries and screening. We’ll help you choose based on light levels, soil conditions, neighbour impact and long-term maintenance needs.
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