Case studies
A closer look at how Longacre handles complex, careful and safety-led tree work across homes, gardens, estates and commercial sites.
Result: Property safe within 6 hours of the call. Site left clean and clear by the same day.
Challenge
A mature oak partially uprooted in winter storms, leaning over a residential drive.
Solution
Sectional dismantling using rigging from an adjacent tree, traffic management on a narrow lane.
Result: More light and a safer canopy — without losing the character of the tree.
Challenge
A large lime overshadowing a family garden and dropping heavy deadwood.
Solution
20% crown reduction with selective deadwood removal, retaining the tree's natural form.
Result: Tree safely removed with zero damage to surrounding structures.
Challenge
A 22m cedar in decline, surrounded by greenhouses and outbuildings.
Solution
Climber-led sectional dismantling with rigging on every cut, full ground crew control.
Result: A blank canvas, delivered in a single day.
Challenge
Six legacy stumps preventing a full garden re-landscape.
Solution
Stumps ground to 300mm below grade, arisings removed and area finished ready for turf.
Result: A documented, defensible duty-of-care for the site management team.
Challenge
Annual inspection of 80+ mature trees lining staff parking and pedestrian routes.
Solution
Programmed survey, prioritised works schedule and phased delivery out of hours.
Result: Sale completed without delay, with a clear care plan for the new owners.
Challenge
Mortgage lender requested a full arboricultural report on three mature trees near the house.
Solution
Independent inspection with photographic schedule, risk rating and recommendations.
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