SERVICES
Professional Tree Surgery Across Hampshire
Arb-Solute Tree Management provides professional tree surgery for homeowners, landowners, estates and commercial organisations throughout Hampshire and across the South. Our experienced arborists undertake everything from careful tree pruning and crown reductions to complex tree removals, stump grinding and emergency tree work.
Professional Tree Care for Your Home and Garden
Healthy, well-managed trees can add character, privacy and long-term value to a property. However, when trees become too large, damaged, diseased or unsuitable for their surroundings, they can also create concerns for homeowners.
Every tree is different. Its species, age, health, structure, location and surrounding environment should all be considered before work begins. That is why our approach starts with understanding the tree, the property and what you are hoping to achieve.
Wherever possible, we look for practical ways to retain and responsibly manage healthy trees. When more substantial intervention or removal is required, we will explain why and recommend an appropriate, safe and considered solution.
Tree Pruning
Professional tree pruning can help manage the size, structure and condition of a tree while retaining its natural appearance and long-term value.
The correct approach will depend on the species, age, condition and location of the tree together with the reason for the work.
Our arborists can advise on the most appropriate pruning technique rather than simply removing branches unnecessarily.
Typical pruning work includes:
- Crown reduction
- Crown thinning
- Crown lifting
- Deadwood removal
- Selective branch removal
- Clearance from buildings, roads and boundaries
- Formative pruning
- Management of mature trees
Crown Reduction
Crown reduction reduces the overall height and/or spread of a tree by carefully shortening branches throughout the canopy.
It can be appropriate where a tree has become too large for its surroundings, where branches are extending towards buildings or neighbouring properties, or where reducing mechanical loading may benefit the tree's structure.
A professionally carried out crown reduction should retain an appropriate natural shape rather than leaving the tree heavily cut back or disfigured.
Tree Removal
Although retaining healthy trees is normally preferable, there are occasions when removal is the most appropriate option.
A tree may be dead, declining, structurally compromised, unsuitable for its location or presenting an unacceptable risk to people or property.
Our tree surgeons can safely remove trees of different sizes and in a wide range of locations, including confined gardens and areas close to houses, garages, roads, boundaries and other structures.
Depending on the available space, a tree may be felled from ground level or carefully dismantled in sections using specialist climbing, rigging or access equipment.
Stump Grinding and Removal
Once a tree has been removed, the remaining stump can prevent an area being landscaped, replanted or used effectively.
Our stump grinding service reduces the stump and main root plate below ground level.
The required depth will depend on what you intend to do with the area afterwards, and we can advise on the appropriate approach during the initial assessment.
Emergency and Storm-Damaged Tree Work
Storms, strong winds, structural failure and disease can sometimes leave trees or branches in an unsafe condition.
If you are concerned that a tree has become unstable, has split, dropped a major limb or presents an immediate risk, avoid standing beneath or working around it and seek professional advice. Our experienced arborists can assess damaged trees and recommend the safest way forward.
Where possible, we will consider whether the tree can be made safe and retained before recommending complete removal.
Tree Preservation Orders and Conservation Areas
Some trees are legally protected by Tree Preservation Orders, while others may be subject to restrictions because they are located within a conservation area.
This does not necessarily mean tree work cannot be carried out, but permission or notification may be required before work begins. Arb-Solute can help identify whether restrictions apply, recommend appropriate work and provide the arboricultural information required to support an application where necessary.
Always establish the protection status of a tree before carrying out significant pruning or removal.
Professional Tree Surgery for Homes and Gardens
Trees can provide privacy, shade, wildlife habitat and considerable visual value to a property.
However, as trees mature they can also begin to affect buildings, neighbouring gardens, driveways, paths and available light. Our domestic tree surgery service helps homeowners manage trees safely and responsibly while retaining healthy trees wherever possible.
We regularly assist with:
- Overgrown trees
- Overhanging branches
- Trees close to buildings
- Dead or damaged branches
- Storm damage
- Mature tree management
- Tree removals
- Stump grinding
- Protected trees
Commercial Tree Surgery
Arb-Solute also undertakes professional tree surgery for commercial properties, estates, developments and managed sites.
Commercial tree management often requires additional planning, documentation, access management and coordination with site teams.
Our capabilities include:
- Planned tree maintenance
- Tree removals
- Tree risk management
- Vegetation clearance
- Site clearance
- Estate tree management
- Roadside and access work
- Ongoing maintenance programmes
Specialist Equipment for Complex Tree Work
Some tree work can be completed efficiently using traditional climbing techniques, while other projects require specialist access, rigging or machinery.
Our team has access to professional equipment that allows us to manage trees in confined, difficult or sensitive locations while protecting surrounding property and reducing unnecessary disruption. This includes specialist climbing and rigging systems, stump grinders and our own tracked Mobile Elevated Work Platform.
The method used will always be selected according to the tree, its surroundings and the safest way to complete the work.
Highly Qualified Arborists You Can Trust
Tree surgery is skilled work involving trees, heavy timber, machinery and working at height. Choosing a properly trained and insured arboricultural contractor is important for the safety of your property, the people carrying out the work and the long-term health of the tree.
Arb-Solute is an Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor and our arborists are qualified to Level 3 or above. Our team combines more than 30 years of arboricultural experience with professional qualifications, modern equipment and carefully managed working practices.
We also maintain:
- £10 million public liability insurance
- £10 million employers' liability insurance
- £1 million professional indemnity insurance
Our standards, technical capability, health and safety procedures and working practices have been independently assessed through our professional accreditations.
£10m
public liability insurance
£10m
employers’ liability insurance
£1m
professional indemnity insurance
Responsible Tree Management
Our objective is not to remove or heavily prune trees unnecessarily.
Healthy, well-positioned trees provide significant environmental, ecological and visual benefits.
We therefore consider whether appropriate pruning, management or monitoring can achieve the required outcome before recommending removal. Where tree work produces timber, branches and other natural materials, we also look for opportunities to reuse or recycle them responsibly through woodchip, biomass, firewood, milling and other appropriate uses.
Tree Surgery Areas We Cover
Arb-Solute provides professional tree surgery throughout Hampshire and across the wider South.
Our core service areas include:
- Winchester
- Romsey
- Southampton
- Chandlers Ford
- Eastleigh
- Test Valley
- New Forest
- Fareham
- Alresford
- Bishop's Waltham
For larger estates, commercial projects and specialist tree work, our team also operates across the wider South of England.
What to Expect When You Work with Arb-Solute
Initial Discussion
Contact our team and tell us about your trees, property and any concerns you may have.
Site Visit
We will inspect the trees, discuss what you would like to achieve and assess access and the surrounding area.
Honest Recommendations
We will explain the available options and recommend the work we believe is most appropriate.
Professional Tree Work
Our qualified team will complete the agreed work safely, carefully and with respect for your property.
A Clean and Tidy Finish
Once the work is complete, we will clear the agreed materials and leave the working area tidy.
What does a tree surgeon do?
A professional tree surgeon manages trees through specialist techniques including pruning, crown reduction, removal, dismantling, deadwood removal and other forms of arboricultural work.
Qualified arborists also understand how different interventions may affect the health, structure and future development of a tree.
What is the difference between a tree surgeon and an arborist?
The terms are often used interchangeably, although arborist generally describes someone with specialist knowledge of tree biology, management and care.
At Arb-Solute, our team combines practical tree surgery skills with formal arboricultural knowledge and qualifications.
How much does tree surgery cost?
The cost depends on the size and condition of the tree, the type of work required, access, surrounding property and whether specialist equipment is needed.
We inspect the tree and surrounding area before providing a clear quotation.
Can you reduce the height of a tree?
In many situations, yes.
A professionally specified crown reduction can reduce the height and spread of a tree while retaining an appropriate structure and natural appearance.
Not every tree is suitable for substantial reduction, so our arborists will assess the tree before recommending work.
Do you remove trees?
Yes.
Where removal is necessary, our experienced tree surgeons can fell or dismantle trees safely, including trees located close to buildings, boundaries and other structures.
Can you remove the stump afterwards?
Yes.
Stump grinding can normally be carried out following tree removal to reduce the stump below ground level.
Do I need permission before having tree work carried out?
Sometimes.
Trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order or located within a conservation area may be subject to legal controls.
We can help establish whether restrictions apply and advise on the appropriate process.
Are you insured?
Yes.
Arb-Solute carries £10 million public liability insurance, £10 million employers' liability insurance and £1 million professional indemnity insurance.
Arrange a Site Visit and Quotation
Whether you know exactly what work is required or simply want professional advice, our experienced team is here to help. We will assess your trees, listen to your concerns and explain the available options clearly.