What we do

General Tree Surgery : Tree Removal / Dismantling

 


Deadwood Pruning
Deadwood Pruning is the removal from the tree of dead, dying or broken branches and diseased branch wood. This can be significant for the health of a tree and important in public areas or close to highways etc. from the viewpoint of safety liability. However, where only limited public access occurs, wildlife may utilise deadwood for habitat and a food source.

Felling
The complete removal of a tree is sometimes necessary because of conflicting site use or the death or dangerous condition of the subject tree. If space permits this can be accomplished by directional felling, or winching techniques. Where lack of space dictates sectional felling, the subject tree is systematically dismantled in a controlled and safe manner to avoid damage to surrounding obstacles. Roping, rigging equipment and mobile cranes and MEWPs can be used to achieve the task.

Removal of Dead and Dangerous Trees
Dangerous and especially dead trees present a significant risk to the public, your home or property foundations. Livewire Utilities Ltd have 30+ years experience in the removal of dead, damaged and dangerous trees both in open and confined spaces. We have the expertise and equipment to perform these very difficult tasks, with efficiency and safely.

Sectional Dismantling
Sectional dismantling of trees in large or small confined spaces or where access is poor or difficult is part and parcel of our work at Livewire Utilities Ltd. The removal of dead and dangerous trees in confined spaces and over obstructions and buildings is an exacting and specialised task. Where there are delicate objects (green houses, sheds, stone figures et cetera) below the tree, this will often call for special techniques in removing canopies and stem sections by rope and lowering to the ground for disposal. No damage to property or shrubs is necessary using this process.

Pollarding
Heavy Crown Reduction Pruning or Pollarding techniques are sometimes appropriate where the crown of a deciduous tree is simply too large for its location or in instances where extensive defects and weaknesses might make the tree unstable. Severe pruning of this type can stimulate vigorous re growth. Livewire Utilities Ltd can discuss the implementation of this technique with clients as required.