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Planning, regulation, costs and practical advice for local projects, published by ExeterTreeService.

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A large garden tree with a split trunk and a visible lean against a grey sky
Explained

Signs an Exeter tree may be unsafe

Some tree defects give warning before a failure, including cracks, fungal brackets, a changing lean and dead wood in the crown. This guide explains the signs an owner in Exeter should recognise and when to ask a qualified person to inspect the tree.
7 min read
Clipboard and measuring tape at the base of a tree during a site survey
Explained

What an arborist report tells Exeter owners

An arborist report records a tree's condition, risks and recommended work, and planning officers, insurers and managing agents often ask for one when a tree becomes a question. This guide explains the main types of report, when each is needed, what a good report contains and how to judge the person writing it.
7 min read
A stump grinder beside a sawn tree stump in a suburban back garden
Explained

Stump grinding explained for Exeter gardens

A tree stump left after felling can be ground, removed completely or left to rot, and each option changes the cost, the access and the garden afterwards. This guide explains how each method works and what to decide before the crew arrives.
7 min read
Leafless deciduous tree beside a stone garden path on a frosty winter morning
Explained

Does the time of year matter for Exeter tree work?

The time of year matters for tree work in Exeter for reasons of tree health, wildlife protection and site conditions. This guide explains how the dormant season, the nesting season, pest timing and storm planning shape when to prune, fell or reduce a tree, and how to build a calendar around them.
7 min read