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Tree Surgery Services

Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, hedge work, emergency call-outs, and commercial clearance. Pick the job you need below, or call Brad and describe the tree. He'll tell you which service fits.

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Find the work you need

Choose the closest match below. If you are unsure, call Brad with a description of the tree and the problem.

Tree surgeons carrying out sectional dismantling beside a property
Service 01

Tree Removal

Removal for dead, damaged or unwanted trees, with felling or sectional dismantling chosen to suit the site.

Controlled dismantling where the site demands it
Drop zones and rigging planned before anyone goes up
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Mature tree canopy undergoing careful crown reduction pruning
Service 02

Crown Reduction & Pruning

A canopy can outgrow the space around it. Crown reduction shortens selected branches to suitable growth points to manage spread, overhang and light.

Measured reduction, not a hat stand
Suitable for oaks, ashes, limes, and most garden species
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Crown lifting work creating clearance beneath a mature tree canopy
Service 03

Crown Lifting

Selected lower branches shortened or removed to create clearance over drives, paths and gates.

Clearance over drives, paths, gardens, and access routes
Clean finish at the pruning points
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Emergency tree dismantling beside a roadside property after storm damage
Service 04

Emergency Tree Surgeon

Fallen, split, or unstable trees. We make the site safe first, then deal with the rest once the hazard is managed.

Fallen, split, unstable, and storm-damaged trees
Make-safe first, removal and clear-up follow
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Stump grinding machine working below ground level in a garden
Service 05

Stump Grinding

Stumps ground below the surface to an agreed depth. Discuss access, grindings and preparation for the next use of the ground.

Ground out below surface level, not just flattened
Grinding depth agreed for the next use of the ground
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Specialist inspection of an ash tree showing signs of dieback
Service 06

Ash Dieback

Assessment of declining ash, with retention, monitoring or removal considered against its condition and surroundings.

Honest assessment: monitor, reduce, or remove
Brittle timber handled carefully
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Mature oak being assessed for protected tree work and planning guidance
Service 07

Protected Trees & TPO Advice

Check the individual tree's protection status and the proposed work before cutting. Discuss any council paperwork when arranging the quote.

TPO and conservation area guidance
Practical advice before anyone picks up a saw
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Tall boundary hedge being reduced and reshaped
Service 08

Hedge Trimming

Maintenance trimming and reductions where suitable for the hedge's species and condition. Agree the finished height and width.

All common species handled
Hard reductions and regular maintenance both covered
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New timber boundary fencing installed after tree clearance
Service 09

Fencing

Timber fencing and boundary repairs after tree clearance or storm damage.

Post-clearance and storm damage repairs
The same crew, start to finish
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Pollarding work on a mature roadside tree
Service 10

Pollarding

Maintenance of suitable pollarded trees, with previous cuts and regrowth assessed before agreeing the next work.

Suitable species only
Structured cycle so the tree stays manageable
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Woodland restoration work opening up an overgrown area
Service 11

Woodland Renovation

Selective clearance for overgrown woodland, estate edges and paddock margins. The work can be phased around access and the longer-term use of the land.

Overgrown belts, estate edges, paddock margins
Phased approach, not scorched earth
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Tree climber removing deadwood from a mature canopy
Service 12

Deadwood Removal

Brittle and failing branches removed over drives, paths, and gardens. Targeted work, lower risk, nothing taken that does not need to go.

Targeted removal of brittle and failing deadwood
Lower risk over access space and gardens
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Tree surgeon carrying out a survey assessment on a mature tree
Service 13

Tree Surveys

Tree assessments and written reports. Tell Brad whether you need advice on tree condition or a report for planning, a lender or an insurer.

Discuss planning, lender or insurer report requirements before booking
Discuss the report requirements before booking
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Commercial vegetation clearance with machinery on site
Service 14

Commercial Site Clearance

Development plots, estate grounds, and managed land needing vegetation cleared before the next phase. Planned to a schedule, not rushed.

Development plot preparation and land clearance
Estates, landlords, and commercial sites
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Domestic

Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, hedge work, and emergency response for homes, gardens, and private land across Sussex and Surrey.

Commercial

Tree work for estates, schools, landlords and managed grounds. Discuss access, working hours and site documentation before booking.

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Send photos and your postcode or call Brad to discuss the job and arrange a quote.

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Brad can visit to assess the tree and discuss the work. Ask for a written quote setting out what is included.

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Tree Surgery Coverage Across Sussex & Surrey

Capel covers pruning, removals, stumps, hedges and emergency tree work across the towns below. Call with your postcode to check availability.

Tree work across Sussex and Surrey
Domestic, estate, landlord, and commercial work handled by one crew
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Work Completed Across Sussex & Surrey

Photos from Capel's work across its service area. For your job, discuss the tree, access and intended finish with Brad.

Tree climber carrying out a controlled dismantling on a tall garden tree beside open lawn.
Mini excavator with grab clearing timber and cut limbs after tree removal work.
Climbing arborist pruning a mature broadleaf tree canopy in summer conditions.
Tree surgeon dismantling a tall stem in sections to make the site safe.
Arborist reducing the height of a tall back-garden tree behind a boundary fence.
Low-angle view of a mature tree canopy used for tree inspection and conservation work.
Customer reviews
“Capel Tree Surgeons came round today and completely reshaped our spruce, pollarded two field maples and an apple tree. They also trimmed our hedges around the garden. Brad and Ben are really professional and did an excellent job leaving the garden neat and tidy. We would highly recommend them!”
Rosemary Bell · Sussex & Surrey
“Brad is brilliant. Very reasonably priced but also very quick, tidy and professional. Have used for several jobs year on year including fencing, trees and hedges. Would definitely recommend.”
Matthew L · Sussex & Surrey
“Great work from the team at Capel Tree Surgeons. Very professional and extremely tidy. Would strongly recommend!”
Evan Finlayson-green · Sussex & Surrey
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