CASE STUDY

Oak Tree Maintenance and Reduction in Woking, Surrey

Tree Marshalls Ltd were asked to reduce a large oak tree in Woking, Surrey. The teams trained arborists worked hard to ensure no further damage came of the roof or neighbouring barn. Maintenance and reduction is paramount to the health and structure of large oak trees. Read this case study on how Tree Marshalls Ltd worked hard to achieve great results.

A client approached us regarding a large, heavily leaning oak tree situated between their property and a neighbour’s barn. The oak tree had grown significantly over the years, with its low branches pressing through metal railings due to the weight of acorns and the accumulation of new growth. The client was concerned about the safety of the tree as well as the potential damage it could cause to nearby structures, including their house and the neighbour’s barn roof.

The primary goal was to ensure the tree’s structural safety and health, while also addressing the aesthetic concerns of maintaining a uniform, well-balanced shape. Our breakdown included reducing the overall crown size, lifting the crown away from the property’s roofs and metal railings, removing major deadwood within the crown to prevent future hazards and clearing fallen branches that had accumulated in the bottom paddock near the stream.

We assigned our skilled arborist, Adam, to this project due to the complex nature of the work. Safety was a priority, we used chainsaws for precise cutting. Climbing ropes were used alongside a double point anchor system for stability and control. We used our tracked chipper to handle branches and debris, ensuring ease of access to difficult areas.

Our first task was to reduce the crown by 2-3 meters. This reduction helped relieve the tree of excess weight, ensuring a balanced, uniform shape. The process also involved lifting the crown away from nearby roofs and metal railings. By alleviating the pressure on these structures, we minimized the risk of further damage, while also improving the tree’s aesthetics.

Dead branches within the crown posed a potential hazard, so we conducted a thorough inspection and removed any major deadwood. This step ensured that no decaying limbs would fall and potentially harm nearby property or individuals.

In the bottom paddock, overgrowth and fallen branches had accumulated over the stream. We used our tracked chipper to chip on-site, placing the debris back into the brambles. This cleared the area without disrupting the natural surroundings, allowing access to the paddock while maintaining an eco-friendly approach.

The primary challenge during this project was the limited space between the tree and surrounding structures, particularly the house and barn. Our team had to carefully manoeuvre around these areas to prevent accidental damage. The weight of the tree’s acorns and extended growth and as you can see from the images, had caused the low-hanging branches to press against and break through metal railings, adding to the complexity of the tree surgery.

Our client was pleased with the results, as the tree’s health and structure were improved, and the risk of damage minimized.

This case study highlights the importance of proactive tree maintenance by Tree Marshalls Ltd in all settings. By addressing potential hazards early and focusing on safety, aesthetics, and environmental responsibility, we were able to provide a solution that balanced the health of the oak tree with the practical needs of the property owners.

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