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A tree surgeon, also known as an arborist, should have the necessary qualifications and skills to perform their job safely and efficiently. Here are some of the qualifications that a tree surgeon should have:

1. Certification: A tree surgeon should have a certification from a recognized organization, such as the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).

2. Knowledge: A tree surgeon should have knowledge of tree biology, pruning techniques, and tree health.

3. Equipment: A tree surgeon should be trained to use the necessary equipment, such as chainsaws and climbing gear.

4. Insurance: A tree surgeon should have adequate liability insurance to cover any damage or injury that may occur during the job.

5. Safety: A tree surgeon should follow safety protocols and have knowledge of first aid in case of an emergency.

6. Experience: A tree surgeon should have experience working with different types of trees, as well as experience in pruning and removing trees.

Overall, a tree surgeon should be knowledgeable, experienced, and equipped to perform their job safely and effectively.

The cost of hiring a tree surgeon (also known as an arborist) can vary widely depending on factors such as the size and type of trees, the location of the trees, and the services required. In general, you can expect to pay anywhere from a hundred to several thousand pounds for tree surgeon services.

Winter is an ideal time to prune, as the lack of leaves on deciduous trees and shrubs enables you to see what you’re doing more clearly. What’s more, since sap is not as active during the winter, cuts are less likely to ‘bleed’, and the tree or shrub sustains less of a shock than being chopped when sap is in full flow.

If you wish to prune or fell a tree on your property you may require planning permission or need to notify your Local Planning Authority (LPA). This depends on whether your tree is protected by either a Tree Preservation Order or a conservation area. 

If you are unsure about the status of trees which you intend to prune or fell (or you simply require further information) you should contact your council. 

If a tree is affected by a disease or pest then it may start to show signs that it is sick. One or several of the following symptoms may be present in the tree: 

– Leaf discoloration or blight. Discoloured blotches or dead areas on the tree’s leaves, particularly at a time of the season when leaves should appear healthy.

– Defoliation. Trees losing their leaves at the wrong time of year.

– Root decay. Broken roots or signs of fungus present in the roots.

– Fungus spores. Appearing over the tree’s bark.

– Dead branches. Branches will appear dry and break easily.

– Bark abnormalities. Deep cracks, splits or holes will appear in the bark. 

– Soft, crumbly wood.Tree may effectively be decaying from the inside out.