On an estate garden the tree is rarely the difficulty. Getting equipment to it, and the material away from it, usually is.
Tree work is quoted per job on size, the type of work, species, condition, access and waste. On a compact estate plot, access and what surrounds the tree often matter more than the tree's own size.
We do not publish a fixed price list for tree work, because the honest answer is that it varies far more than a list would suggest. What we can do is explain exactly what changes the number.
| Access | Effect |
|---|---|
| Front garden, vehicle alongside | Fastest and cheapest |
| Rear garden, wide side gate | Straightforward |
| Rear garden, narrow side gate | Everything hand-carried |
| Through the house | Slowest; protection needed too |
| Shared driveway or parking court | Needs arranging |
| No lane access to rear | Common on estates; adds handling |
Tell us what you need and we will arrange a free quotation.
One genuine advantage of an estate: the trees were planted at the same time, so they reach the same size at the same time — and a neighbour with the same tree usually has the same problem. Where two or three properties want work in the same week, one visit covering several gardens spreads the set-up and the travel, and everyone pays less. It is worth a word over the fence before booking.
This saves people money more reliably than anything else. "The kitchen is dark" and "I cannot mow under it" point to different, cheaper work than "I need it reduced". Tell us what is actually bothering you and we will tell you the smallest thing that fixes it.
See what our tree surgery service covers in Stoke Gifford, or read more about the service across the areas we work in.
It is quoted per job on size, the type of work, species, condition, access and waste. On a compact plot, access often matters more than the tree's size.
Less room to drop material, nowhere for a chipper, narrow side gates, restricted parking and often no rear lane access. Handling becomes the job.
Deadwooding and crown lifting are usually least expensive and often solve the actual problem. Crown reduction costs considerably more.
Often, and it is worth asking. Estate trees were planted together so they reach the same size together, and one visit covering several gardens spreads the set-up.
The problem. It usually points to smaller, cheaper work than the operation people assume they need.
Possibly. Check with South Gloucestershire Council for a TPO or conservation area status, and check your deeds for estate covenants.
Yes, and it can reduce the cost — though on a small plot there may be nowhere to put it.
No. Quotations are free.
Need tree surgery, hedge maintenance, fencing, garden clearance, turfing or power washing? Complete the form and tell us what work you require.
