Our Services
Tree Felling
About This Service
Tree Felling
Hertfordshire Trees provides professional tree felling for homeowners, landlords and commercial properties across Welwyn Garden City and the county. Where space and safety allow we use controlled directional felling; in tight or high-risk locations we carry out sectional dismantling using rigging, lowering and winch systems. All work is planned with risk assessments, site protection and licensed waste removal. NPTC-qualified arborists and membership of the Arboricultural Association ensure skilled, compliant operations.
Why Choose us for Tree Felling?
Based in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire Trees knows local soils, species and council rules — fast mobilisation for both planned and emergency felling.
Work is carried out by NPTC-qualified arborists under Tony Gotobed’s direction, with AA membership and public liability insurance for peace of mind.
We use directional fell where possible and sectional dismantling with rigging where needed, plus licensed removal of arisings to keep your site safe and compliant.
How It Works
1. Site survey & checks
We carry out a full site inspection, check for TPOs or planning constraints, assess access and agree the safest method with you.
2. Method planning & protection
We write a risk assessment and method statement, set up exclusion zones and rigging/ground protection to safeguard property and people.
3. Execution & cleanup
NPTC-qualified arborists perform the fell or sectional dismantle, lower sections by rope or winch, remove arisings and leave the site tidy; waste is hauled and disposed under licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services and process.
Many trees are unregulated, but some are protected by Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) or fall within conservation areas. We check local authority records during the survey and advise whether consent is needed; if permission is required we can prepare supporting information for your application.
Yes — but in those situations we use sectional dismantling with rigging and lowering to control every piece. For trees near power lines we coordinate with the network operator and follow safe working procedures; do not attempt removal yourself near utilities.
Stump removal is separate from felling. We can arrange stump grinding or removal as part of the job — this is discussed and included in your site quote so you understand the recommended follow-up works.
Duration depends on tree size, location, access and complexity. A small garden tree can be felled in a few hours; larger or confined-site dismantles take longer due to rigging and safety measures. We provide an estimated programme when we survey the site.
Yes. Hertfordshire Trees is run by NPTC-qualified arborist Tony Gotobed, holds membership of the Arboricultural Association, public liability insurance and a licence to carry waste. All felling is carried out to industry safety standards with written risk assessments.