Experienced Tree Surgeons in North Wales, with over 15 years Arboricultural Experience.
About Elwy Valley Tree Services
At Elwy Valley Tree Services, we are specialist tree surgeons in North Wales. We are a small business that has been operating in the arboricultural sector for the past 15 years. Our team consists of highly experienced, professional tree surgeons and woodland management specialists covering all of North Wales.
We provide expert tree services in North Wales to both residential and commercial clients, serving Anglesey, Colwyn, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Bangor and Wrexham. Our tree surgeons use the highest-quality equipment to ensure the safety of all projects. We are also fully insured for up to £10 million, giving our clients complete peace of mind.
Our Services
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Removing diseased, dying, or structurally unsound trees can significantly reduce the risk of falling branches or entire trees, protecting property and preventing injuries.
Removing trees that pose a threat to buildings, power lines, or other structures can prevent costly damage.
Removing overgrown or unsightly trees can enhance the appearance of a property.
Removing trees that obstruct views can improve visibility, making the property more appealing.
Removing trees near play areas, walkways, or driveways can make these areas safer.
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Coppicing is a traditional woodland management technique where trees are cut back to near ground level, encouraging new growth from the base. This can be used to produce firewood, timber, or to create wildlife habitats. Both pruning and coppicing require skill and knowledge to be carried out safely and effectively.
Our qualified tree surgeons in North Wales can assess the specific needs of each tree and recommend the appropriate treatment.
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Our hedge cutting services in North Wales involves the trimming and shaping of hedges to maintain their desired size, shape, and health.
Hedge cutting can help to improve the appearance of a property, prevent overgrowth, and encourage healthy growth.
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Our Hedge removal services in North Wales involves the complete removal of a hedge, including the roots.
This service can be necessary for various reasons, such as creating more space, improving visibility, or replacing an old or overgrown hedge with a new one.
Our tree surgeons can can safely and efficiently remove hedges of all sizes and types, using specialised equipment to minimise damage to surrounding areas
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Tree pruning involves selectively removing branches to improve the health, safety, and appearance of a tree.
This can include crown thinning, removing branches to reduce the density of the crown; crown reduction, shortening branches to reduce the overall size of the tree; pollarding, cutting back branches to a specific point, encouraging new growth; and deadwooding, removing dead or diseased branches. Crowning and pollarding are specialised tree surgery techniques used to manage tree growth and shape.
We skillfully employ these methods to improve tree health, safety, and aesthetics.
Crowning involves reducing the overall size of a tree's canopy by removing branches.
This can be necessary to reduce the weight of the tree, improve clearance for buildings or power lines, or to enhance the tree's appearance.
Pollarding is a more dramatic technique where branches are cut back to a specific point, often near the trunk.
This stimulates vigorous new growth and is commonly used for traditional woodland management and to create distinctive tree shapes.
Both crowning and pollarding require careful planning and execution to avoid damaging the tree's structure and health. We ensure that the cuts are made cleanly and at the correct angles to promote healing and prevent disease.
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By offering a variety of forestry services in North Wales, our business can cater to the needs of both domestic and commercial clients.
Please get in touch to discuss the forestry services and forestry equipment which we can offer.
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We offer a range of woodland management services in North Wales.
Ash dieback management is a crucial service offered by us. This involves identifying and removing infected ash trees to prevent the spread of this devastating disease.
We also offer tree felling and thinning, coppicing, planting, path and track creation, wildlife habitat management, firewood production, woodland surveys and assessments.
By offering these services, we can help to ensure the long-term health and sustainability of woodlands, while also creating valuable resources and enhancing the natural environment.
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Our 24-hour emergency tree services in North Wales ensure we're there when you need us most.
If you have woken up to find a fallen tree blocking your driveway or a damaged branch threatening your property, we can help. With our rapid response team, help is just a phone call away.
We will swiftly assess the situation and take immediate action to mitigate risks and restore safety to your property.
Whether it's a storm-damaged tree or an unexpected hazard, our 24/7 availability provides peace of mind, knowing you're protected.
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Tree Felling & Dismantling is the process of removing trees, either by felling them completely or dismantling them section by section. This is typically done for safety reasons, to create space, or to remove diseased or dying trees.
Our Tree Felling service in North Wales involves cutting the tree down in one piece, which is suitable for open areas where the tree can fall safely.
On the other hand, Tree Dismantling is used when felling isn't possible, such as in confined spaces or near buildings.
Both methods require specialised equipment and expertise from our local tree surgeons to ensure safety and minimise damage to surrounding areas.
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Veteran tree management involves the care and conservation of old, often ancient, trees. These trees are valuable for their ecological, historical, and aesthetic significance. They provide habitats for a wide range of wildlife, including insects, fungi, birds, and mammals.
Management techniques for veteran trees include:
Targeted interventions: this might involve removing deadwood to reduce the risk of falling branches, or pruning to improve the tree's structure.
Habitat creation: creating features like deadwood piles or bird boxes to enhance the tree's ecological value.
Root protection: protecting the tree's root system from damage, such as by avoiding compaction and construction work nearby
Monitoring: regular monitoring of the tree's health and condition to identify any potential problems.
By carefully managing veteran trees, our tree surgeons can ensure their survival for future generations and preserve the rich biodiversity they support.
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Stump grinding is a process that involves using specialised equipment to remove tree stumps from the ground. This is typically done after a tree has been felled or removed.
Benefits of Stump Grinding are:
Clearance: It creates more space and eliminates tripping hazards
Aesthetics: It improves the appearance of your property.
Future Planting: It prepares the ground for new plantings.
Safety:It reduces the risk of injury or damage from the stump
Stump grinding is a more efficient and less invasive method of stump removal compared to traditional methods like digging or burning.
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We can supply hard and softwood logs on request, and we are happy to deliver wood chips locally for a small £10 per load fee. Call today to enquire about winter logs and wood chips.
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Our tree surgeons can supply a chipper and operator to come to your property in North Wales. Contact us to discuss prices.
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Large tree felling, when done responsibly, can offer several benefits.
Removing trees that are diseased, dying, or structurally unsound can reduce the risk of falling branches or entire trees.
This can help protect property and prevent injuries. Removing infected trees can help prevent the spread of diseases to other trees.
Felling can also create new habitats for wildlife, such as birds and small mammals, especially if new trees are planted.
Removing overgrown trees can open up views and enhance the aesthetics of a landscape.
Felling can also be part of a landscaping design to create specific effects, such as clearing space for a garden or water feature.
It's important to note that tree felling should be carried out by qualified professionals who understand the environmental impact and safety considerations involved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The cost of hiring a tree surgeon in North Wales depends entirely on the variables and complexity of the task.
For instance, consider a 90-foot-tall beech tree that needs to be removed. It is overhanging a greenhouse and some power cables in the rear garden of a property located on the side of a steep slope, with no access for machinery, and all materials must be removed from the site. This would be a complex scenario requiring significant manpower to complete, resulting in a cost estimated between £1,000 and £2,000.
In another scenario, a 30-foot Leylandii cypress in the front garden needs to be removed completely. This job would take approximately 2–4 hours and would cost between £250 and £400.
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A tree surgeon is employed to handle the mechanical aspects of arboricultural practices. They carry out tasks such as pruning, dead wood removal, crown thinning, and tree felling.
An arborist, on the other hand, specialises in overall tree health and can diagnose any issues your tree may be facing. They are trained to recognise signs of poor health, correctly identify pests, diseases, and ground conditions that may be affecting your tree, and recommend the best practices to maintain its health.
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You should contact a tree surgeon when you notice any of the following warning signs:
Dead branches
Damaged roots
Structural changes such as leaning or unusual movement
Overgrown branches
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We offer a wide range of tree services in North Wales from tree removal and tree felling, to stump grinding and site clearance.
We also offer emergency 24 hour tree surgery, to ensure that fallen, damaged or diseased trees are carefully managed and that no further damage occurs to surrounding areas.
Find out more about the services that we offer.
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Yes, our tree expert tree surgeons are fully qualified and hold numerous certificates in all areas of tree surgery, so you know that you’re in safe and experienced hands!
Our tree surgeons are also insured for up to £10 million, giving our clients full peace of mind.
You can find out more about our specific qualifications here.
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No, you don’t usually need permission to cut down a tree if you own the property and the tree is within your garden.
However, occasionally, trees will have a Tree Protection Order (TPO), which means that it is illegal to cut down or even prune a certain tree, without gaining permission from your local council.
If you need advice about cutting down a tree on your property, contact our friendly team today.
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Mature trees should be pruned every 3-5 years, while younger trees may need pruning a little more, roughly every 2-3 years.
Fruit trees often need to be pruned or at least inspected yearly, to remove dead or weak branches. This improves circulation and the fruit to ripen quicker and more efficiently.
Evergreen trees can go on for many years, without having to be pruned or inspected, as they maintain their leaves all year round and, due to the way they grow, only need minimal maintenance.
For more advice on tree pruning, give us a call on 01745 770668; we’d love to hear from you!
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Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency tree services which are often needed after a big storm and ensure that fallen, damaged or diseased trees are carefully managed to avoid further damage to surrounding areas.
Storms put a huge strain on trees, particularly those which are dead or diseased. This can be a huge risk factor, particularly for large trees. To avoid or reduce damage to properties and environments, you can contact our team of tree surgeons on 07840 164132 or 01745 770668, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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During a site visit or consultation, you can expect a full evaluation by our experts, an on-site inspection, diagnostic testing (where needed) and a follow-up discussion with our recommendations and findings.
Our team of expert tree surgeons may also do a visual inspection, an evaluation of tree health, a root evaluation and an examination of the structural integrity of the tree.
To book a site visit or consultation, contact our team today.
