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Great Oaks Tree Services is proud to be an
Arb Approved Contractor, accredited by the Arboricultural Association.
Great Oaks Tree Services is proud to be an Arb Approved Contractor, accredited by the Arboricultural Association.
This nationally recognised mark of quality means our work meets the highest industry standards in safety, tree care, and environmental responsibility.
To achieve this status, we underwent rigorous assessment of our knowledge, procedures, and on-site practices.
Clients can trust that Great Oaks Tree Services are committed to best practice in arboriculture. Whether pruning, removing, or planting, we deliver expert tree care with professionalism and integrity.
Choosing an Arb Approved Contractor means choosing peace of mind, quality service, and responsible tree management.
Our arboriculture services are trusted by a wide range of commercial and public sector clients across Lancashire and the North West, including:
From pre-development site clearance to ongoing tree management on completed schemes
Maintaining trees across residential estates, public open spaces, and council-managed land
Providing scheduled programmes of tree inspection, pruning, and removal for multi-site portfolios
Managing vegetation around substations, pipelines, and operational routes for utility and infrastructure clients
Delivering safe, compliant tree care on occupied sites, with full RAMS documentation and minimal disruption
Supporting safe access, site presentation, boundary management, and risk reduction around busy working environments
Whatever the scale or complexity of your site, our ARB-approved team will assess your needs, produce clear recommendations, and deliver the work to the highest professional standards.
Tree Pruning is a vital aspect of tree care, involving the careful removal of living or dead parts of a tree to enhance its health, safety, and appearance. Here is an overview of our pruning services and techniques:
Why Prune?
Pruning may be needed for many various reasons, including improving a tree’s overall health, enhancing its form and structural integrity, ensuring the safety of people and property, and preventing obstructions.
Focused on improving the tree's form and shape, particularly in its early stages of growth.
Removing dead, dying, diseased, or crossing branches to improve tree health, safety, and structure without altering size.
Reducing the density of a canopy to increase light penetration and air circulation.
Raising the canopy by removing lower branches to clear walkways, roads, or buildings.
Reducing the overall size of the canopy while keeping its natural shape.
Pruning to prevent branches from obstructing or damaging nearby structures.
We adhere to the highest industry standards, including BS3998 and Industry Codes of Practice, ensuring that all pruning is conducted safely and effectively by our team.
Our expert teams are trained to assess and execute the proper pruning techniques, maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of your trees.
Using tools and techniques that allow pruning without climbing.
Safe and efficient pruning for taller trees.
Skilled climbers reach and prune even the most challenging areas.
Reasons for Removal:
Trees may need to be removed if they are severely damaged by adverse weather conditions or other influences, affecting their stability or safety. All managed by our expert team of tree surgeons.
Removal Methods:
Removal Standards and Health and Safety: Our team is highly experienced, trained and certified in all aspects of tree removal, adhering to all industry codes of practice, published by the Forest Industry Safety Accord (FISA) and the Arboricultural Association to ensure that every removal is performed with the utmost safety and professionalism.
Once a tree has been removed, our team is able to take care of removing the stump and roots with our Stump Grinders. We efficiently grind down the stump and roots, ensuring that your land is cleared and ready for repurposing. Whether planning to plant a new tree, install landscaping, or develop the area, our stump removal service paves the way for your next project with minimal disruption.
Whether you need a one-off assessment or are looking for a long-term maintenance partner, our team is happy to visit your site, understand your requirements, and provide a clear, no-obligation proposal.
Careers
Climbing, grounds maintenance and utility work.Climbing, grounds and utility work.
Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor.
Last minuteAvailability
Starts Monday 19 October 2026
3 days plus 1 for assessment
£9671 place
Entry requirements: Ground Based Chainsaw Operator and Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
Book this date, Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and HarnessOr call the training office on 01772 369694
