Tree surgeon services in Kent, Sussex and South East London
Tree work
At Prestige Treecare we aim to give you an expert and skilled service. Advice is given on the overall health of a tree, and our recommendations are based on this and also on what you what the end result to be.
From delicate crown thinning to allow more dappled light into your garden to a fell of a tree that is dangerous or has out grown its position. The tree work we carry out includes crown reductions, thining and lifts, felling, sectional take downs, deadwood removal, ivy removal and also emergency work.
Stump grinding
Stumps can either be removed by being grubbed out, or ground out.
Grubbing out means to dig around the stump until it becomes loose enough to extract, and can be undertaken when trees are of a suitable size.
When the stump is too large for this, stump grinding is the preferred option. This involves a machine with a spinning disc, which smashes the stump into small chippings. These incorporate with the surrounding soil and begin to decompose quickly, excess grinding chippings can be taken away but this would be specified in the quote.
Woodland management
Prestige Treecare staff are experts in the care of veteran trees and woodland management.
Our team of fully trained arborists have extensive experience in the management of ancient trees within special sites of scientific interest (s.s.s.i.) and working to the standards of the National Trust in many of their woodland and garden properties.
Fruit tree pruning
If you're looking to maximise your chances of a bumper crop this year then make sure your fruit trees have been pruned correctly. We are experienced in managing domestic fruit trees and various orchards including apple, cobnut and pear. We would be delighted to advise you on how to make the right choice.
Hedge trimming
We can trim any size or species of hedge from an immaculate conifer screen to an unruly mixed species boundary hedge. “Untamed” hedges can be brought under control and reduced in height and width where applicable to create a tight and manageable screen, making it cheaper and easier to maintain for the future.
Planting
We can advise on all aspects of planting and have good links with nurseries that can obtain specimen trees. From boundary hedging to helping to select a feature tree for your garden Prestige Treecare can assist you.
Prestige Treecare crew
Simon Fillis
Chief overseer of all operations, Simon is of course a very experienced tree surgeon. Studied Level 2 & Level 4 certificates in Arboriculture at Merrist Wood College and is qualified in all relevant NPTC levels. Simon is the person you will chat to when you obtain a quote and will discuss all aspects of the proposed work with you. He will frequently be on site either carrying out the work or ensuring our high standards are rigorously maintained.Simon is happy to provide advice about landscaping as well as tree surgery. He can also source plants and trees for you if you're looking to give your garden a makeover
Jeff Mashburn
Jeff is our experienced lead climber and often your main point of contact whilst work is being carried out. Polite and courteous to a fault Jeff always ensures the client is kept up to date with progress. Jeff has an MSc in Forestry (Distinction) and City & Guilds Level 2 extended Certificate in Forestry and Arboriculture. He also has all the relevant treework certification along with more specialist expertise, including operating Mobile Elevated Work Platforms for use on complex work sites.
Reiss Collins
Reiss is a trainee climber and experienced groundsman. His qualifications include NPTC CS30, 31, 38, 39, 41. With a background in landscape gardening his knowledge of plants is invaluable. Working at good pace Reiss is always on hand to answer any questions.
Lizzie Fillis
Lizzie has the task of keeping these boys in order. Lizzie arranges work scheduling and is your liaison with local tree officers ensuring all work is carried out in proper order. Always happy to talk through work scheduling/invoicing with you she will do her upmost to ensure the smooth running of all operations.
Prestige Treecare did an excellent job. The quote was extremely reasonable, the job was completed on time and the team cleaned up very well after themselves. Simon was very knowledgable and helped us make the right decision about which trees to remove as there were several options. Would highly recommend.
The team came and trimmed back my very overgrown hedges. They were on time, and very efficient. Very pleasant chaps to have around and gave good advice about what else I can do with my garden.
The guys were very pleasant, very efficient and tidied up extremely well afterwards. I would highly recommend this company.