During Winter/Spring of 2014 I shall be available to hire for tree work and advice in and around Pembrokeshire. After graduating from Exeter University in 2008 with a degree in English, I decided to retrain as an arborist. I was lucky enough to be accepted on to a two year course at Merrist Wood College, Surrey. This trade appealed to me as it is exciting, challenging and physically demanding. During my course of study I also developed an appreciation for the theory behind tree work and have remained keen on this subject ever since. After graduating with a triple distinction and a national diploma I moved straight into working for an Arboriculture Association approved company in Cardiff, where I spent just over three years. I started as a trainee arborist, taking orders, dragging brash and working hard, but left as a fully experienced climber. I hope some of the photos, which show a small selection of jobs that I have done, demonstrate the ability which this experience has given me and also some of the attention to safety that was foremost priority during all work. I am able to perform all types of tree work, hedging and planting, to a very high standard. However I currently do not have access to a truck and chipper so removal of arisings; branches, twigs etc, can be difficult and may take slightly longer than commercial operations. Certain situations may also require specialist kit that I currently do not own, however If I am unable to carry out work safely I will tell you and give advice as to what to do next. A limiting factor in whether I will be able to perform work for you is my access to equipment. I unfortunately do not have a works truck or chipper so disposing of the arisings from tree work; twigs, leaves, timber etc, will be difficult. I can certainly log and stack any wood that is suitable for burning and arrange waste into organised piles. I do not have access to suitable lowering and rigging equipment also. This kit is used to direct and control branches away from potential targets beneath the tree, greenhouses for example. This does not mean that I will be unable to perform work of this nature, using the correct types of cuts on smaller sections allows me to dismantle crown and stems safely, but the extra time this takes may make the work uneconomical for you. I guarantee that, should you choose to hire me, my groundsman and I will work hard, give you the best service we can and respect your property and time. Thank you.
