Tree Climbing & Dismantling
Tree Climbing & Dismantling in Horncastle
Technical climbing and sectional dismantling for trees too awkward or unsafe to fell in one piece.
Where a tree is too close to a building, fence or another tree to fell whole, we climb it and take it down in sections instead. Each piece is lowered under control using ropes and rigging, so nothing drops onto what's underneath.
This is the approach we use for trees over gardens, near driveways, or anywhere the space around the tree rules out a straightforward felling job. It takes longer than felling in one go, but it's the safer option for that setting.
What's included
- Roped climbing access
- Sectional dismantling
- Rigging over structures or gardens
- Careful lowering of large sections
- Work in confined or tight spaces
- Debris cleared from site
How sectional dismantling works
The climber works from the top of the tree down, removing smaller branches first and then the main stems in manageable pieces. Anything that cannot be dropped safely is tied off and lowered on ropes through a friction device at the base, known as rigging, so the weight is controlled all the way to the ground. The ground crew feeds the brash straight into the chipper as the work goes.
Climbing or the platform
Climbing reaches trees no machine can get to, such as trees behind buildings or on banks. Where the tree is dead, decayed or storm-damaged, anchor points may not be trustworthy, and working from the 23m tracked spider lift keeps the arborist off the tree. Many jobs use both. One example on our work page is a split willow taken down in sections from directly above a summer house.
Related services and advice
If there is room to drop the tree whole, see tree felling and removal. Platform work is covered under MEWP access work, and garden pruning under domestic tree surgery. Trees near overhead lines need utility arboriculture and line clearance. Useful reading: felling vs sectional dismantling, signs a tree may be unsafe and what a tree surgeon does. We cover Horncastle, Woodhall Spa, Wragby, Coningsby, Tattershall, Spilsby and Bardney. To arrange a free site visit, ring Will on 07506 185049 or John on 07538 128890, or use the contact page.
Examples of our work
Reviews
What customers say
John and Will have carried out multiple jobs for me and always provide a quality service. Very professional and always have exceptional communication from start to finish. I would definitely recommend to anyone needing any tree work.
Really pleased with work undertaken, pleasant, tidy and aim to please. Have the right equipment for all types of work. Will use again.
Will at new leaf arb provides a very efficient Service fast reliable very professional and extremely tidy.
Very professional and efficient, very pleased and would definitely recommend. Thank You
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FAQs
Tree Climbing & Dismantling questions
What is sectional dismantling?
Taking a tree down piece by piece from the top, lowering sections on ropes where needed, instead of felling it in one go.
Is dismantling slower than felling?
Yes. It takes longer, but it is the safe option when the tree is close to buildings, fences, gardens or wires.
Can a tree over a conservatory or shed be removed without damage?
In most cases, yes. Each piece is rigged and lowered under control so nothing drops onto what is underneath.
Do you climb dead trees?
Only after careful assessment. Dead and decayed wood can be unreliable, so the platform is often used instead.
What qualifications do your climbers have?
Will and John are both NPTC qualified, and New Leaf Arb carries £10 million public liability insurance. Certificates are available on request.
Tree Climbing & Dismantling across Horncastle and the surrounding area
Tree Climbing & Dismantling available throughout Horncastle and the surrounding towns and villages.