Need safe, expert tree care with minimal disruption? Our Tree Contractors in Lewisham handle everything from crown reduction to emergency call-outs. Expect clear advice, tidy sites and workmanship built to last.
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From mature street trees to compact back gardens, Lewisham needs careful, well-planned arboriculture. We work across SE13 and nearby Blackheath and Ladywell, carrying out tree felling, pruning and stump removal with safety as the priority. If you’re close to Lewisham station or Mountsfield Park, we can often arrange surveys quickly. Every job starts with a practical assessment and a clear plan for access and waste removal.
Homes in the Lewisham area range from Victorian terraces and Edwardian houses to modern developments with shared boundaries and tighter access. That mix calls for adaptable methods, from rope-and-rigging dismantles to precision crown reduction over conservatories and extensions. Our tree contractors Lewisham area team is used to working around neighbouring gardens, parked cars and narrow side returns. We also advise on tree planting to suit light levels, soil and long-term maintenance.
You’ll get a written scope of works, transparent pricing and a schedule that respects your routine. We protect lawns, patios and borders, then leave the site clean with all arisings removed or chipped if you’d like mulch. For urgent storm damage, our emergency call-out service prioritises making trees safe first, then completing remedial work. Local homeowners choose us for reliable communication, qualified arborists and consistent, high-quality finishing.
Working as tree contractors in London Borough of Lewisham means planning around controlled parking zones, busy roads and limited access near transport routes. Gardens near the River Ravensbourne can have heavier, moisture-retentive soils, so we tailor planting choices and aftercare accordingly. Victorian and Edwardian plots often have long, narrow gardens, so we use compact equipment and staged removals. We also help you navigate council requirements, including checks for TPOs and conservation areas.
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Costs vary by tree size, access and complexity. As a guide in Lewisham, small pruning jobs often start around £150–£350, while crown reductions commonly fall between £350–£900. Sectional dismantling or tree felling can be £600–£2,000+ depending on hazards and rigging needs. Stump grinding is typically £120–£400 per stump. We’ll confirm pricing after a site visit and checks for restrictions.
Many jobs are completed in a single visit. Light pruning or hedge work may take 1–3 hours, while a crown reduction is often half a day. More complex felling or dismantling can take a full day, sometimes longer for very large trees or difficult access. Timescales depend on tree condition, proximity to buildings, waste volume, and whether traffic or neighbour coordination is required. We’ll give a realistic schedule before starting.
Often you won’t need permission for routine pruning in a private garden, but there are important exceptions. Some trees are protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), and conservation area rules may require notice before carrying out works. If a tree is protected, the council may need an application with supporting details. We check constraints, advise on the correct route, and can provide tree reports where required before any work proceeds.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on agreed elements of the work, covering defects arising from our installation or specified aftercare where applicable (for example, tree planting and associated supports). For pruning and felling, the warranty relates to carrying out the works as specified and leaving the site safe and tidy. Natural factors such as extreme weather, pests or pre-existing decay can’t be guaranteed against, but we’ll always explain risks clearly.
We tailor the approach to your garden and goals. For planting, popular options include multi-stem ornamentals, pleached trees for screening, and native species to support wildlife. Pruning can range from light formative pruning to crown thinning or crown reduction to manage size and light. Hedge work includes reductions, reshaping and renovation pruning. We’ll recommend choices based on soil, aspect, maintenance preference and how close trees are to buildings and boundaries.
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