By definition, Tree Surgery is "the treatment of damaged or decaying trees"

It is no accident that a Tree Surgeon be known as such for as is the case in humans, if we need treatment, we see a surgeon. If a tree is in need of treatment, it is seen by a Tree Surgeon. That is, a person best qualified to diagnose and treat its condition.

Remedy or removal depends upon the nature of the affliction. The results need not differ.

An insect infestation can be treated with chemicals and a problem solved in this way will ensure the continued growth and development of the tree.

Dead wood in the branch of a tree can be removed and a problem solved in this way will ensure the continued growth and development of the tree.

If a tree has become damaged through animal or insect activity, high winds, fire or flood or if a tree is suffering the effects of rot, it may be that the tree, or certain parts of it, now represent a hazard either to passers by or property.

In this instance a Tree Surgeon will be called upon to "make safe" the tree. This "making safe" process can range in detail from the simple removal of a dead or dying limb (dead wooding) to the complete removal of a tree (felling). Though this should only be done in the most severe of cases and where no other form of treatment will serve to rectify the problem.

Other aspects of a Tree Surgeons work are Crown Reduction, Crown Raising and Crown Lowering. Whilst predominantly carried out upon request for cosmetic reasons, these treatments are in many cases hugely beneficial to the tree and will serve to enhance longevity.

How is it done?

In a word.. Carefully.!!!

The utmost care must be taken in all aspects of tree surgery for a number reasons;

Firstly, there is the safety of the tree surgeon to consider. He is working, often at heights with a high powered cutting device.

Then there is the well being of the tree to think about. Cut too much off or eat into live wood and the tree will bleed, leading to further infection. Cut too little, deadwood or infestation remains and will spread to affect more of the tree.

.but care must be taken in other areas too.If you remove a tree (particularly an established one) from an area, you are actually making a huge difference to the localised eco-structure.

Plant and animal life in the area will be affected, these effects must be considered and minimised.

For more information on tree surgery in Ipswich - please contact us.