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Dealing with overgrown, untidy or unsafe hedges? Help is at hand. Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord or commercial property manager, Treetops is here to offer professional hedge trimming services to help keep your outdoor spaces looking at their best.
At Treetops, our hedge cutting services are a win-win, helping to boost the visual appeal of your property as well as helping your garden to flourish and thrive. In this guide, we’ll break down why regular hedge trimming is so important, what makes a good hedge contractor, and how we can help you.
Why regular hedge trimming is important
Hedges are more than a garden border — they can provide privacy, support wildlife, reduce noise, and improve the look of your property. But when hedges are left to grow unchecked, they can quickly become a problem.
Here are some of the top reasons why regular hedge care is so important.
It encourages healthy growth
Routine trimming stimulates new, dense growth, helping your hedge maintain its fullness and structure. Left unchecked, hedges can lose their shape and become patchy, leggy or overgrown. Plus, when light and air can’t circulate around the hedge, it becomes weakened from within.
By removing excess or overlapping branches, trimming ensures that sunlight and air can reach all parts of the hedge, which is crucial for plant vitality.
It prevents diseases and pests
When your hedge is overgrown or congested, dark and humid microclimates can form. These are breeding grounds for fungal infections, aphids and other pests. Damaged or dead wood also acts as an open invitation to disease.
Trimming your hedges helps to alleviate these issues. It enables the removal of infected or decaying branches, allows for better airflow, and reduces the dense, inaccessible cover that pests thrive in.
It improves the look of your garden
A tidy hedge can add real value to your garden’s appearance. When left overgrown, however, your hedge loses those all-important clean lines and symmetry. This can really affect the look of your property—something that’s particularly important if you’re looking to sell or attract new tenants.
Regular shaping keeps lines crisp and prevents unwanted growth from spoiling symmetry. So, whether you’re prepping for a house sale or simply want your garden to look its best year-round, well-trimmed hedges offer immediate visual impact.
It promotes safety and accessibility
Untrimmed hedges don’t just look untidy: they can cause real hazards. Common issues include:
- Overgrowth that can block footpaths or driveways
- Obstructed sightlines for drivers, particularly at junctions
- Sharp or brittle branches that pose a risk to children or pets
- Excess weight that can damage fencing or walls
It saves money in the long run
A penny saved is a penny earned, and that’s never more true than when it comes to your garden. Regular maintenance is a far more cost-effective solution than undertaking labour-intensive rescue efforts further down the line. Neglected hedges may require:
- Heavy reduction, which stresses the plant
- Disposal of large volumes of green waste
- Full removal and replanting
Regular hedge trimming supports plants and wildlife
Hedges are an essential part of the UK’s natural habitat network. They’re home to nesting birds, insects, and even small mammals. Properly caring for them helps to ensure that these habitats are kept sustainable for the long term.
Pruning your hedges at the right time can lead to more vibrant blooms and fruit yields, particularly for species such as hawthorn, rose and lavender. It can also help to maintain the ecological role of hedges in serving as pollinator habitats.
At Treetops, we time our hedge trimming to complement plant lifecycles and nesting season guidelines, promoting biodiversity and local ecosystems.
Why use a professional hedge trimmer?
While it might be tempting to trim your own hedges, especially with smaller garden varieties, there are a few key reasons to call in the experts:
- We know how and when to trim each species to avoid stressing the plant or cutting at the wrong time
- We use specialist equipment for high or difficult hedges, ensuring clean, safe cuts
- We dispose of all green waste legally and responsibly
- We carry out risk assessments and are fully insured and trained in safe working practices
At Treetops, our team handles hedges of all shapes, sizes, and conditions. Whether you need shaping, topping, or full height reduction, we’ve got the tools and expertise to get the job done right.
Our domestic and commercial hedge trimming services
Treetops provides hedge cutting services for:
- Homeowners, including both routine maintenance and one-off trims
- Commercial premises, from business parks to care homes and schools
- Landlords and letting agents, to ensure that gardens are kept safe, presentable and tenant-ready
Looking for a team that can manage a larger site or communal grounds? Visit our Commercial Vegetation and Site Clearance Services page for more details.
Choose Treetops for hedge trimming
When deciding on a vegetation clearance firm, you want to make sure that they can walk the walk. At Treetops, we offer:
- Over 15 years of professional experience
- Expert knowledge of native and ornamental hedge species
- Modern, safe equipment and full green waste disposal
- Flexible appointments to suit your routine
Contact us today to arrange a quote or hedge assessment.
Where we work
Based in Burnley, Treetops’ services are available across the wider region. If you’re in one of these locations, then our tree cutting services are available in your area:
- Lancashire, including Blackburn, Burnley, Blackpool, Chorley, Preston and more
- Manchester, Bury, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale, Sale, Stockport, Wigan and other parts of Greater Manchester
- South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and other nearby areas
- Anglesey, Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd and Wrexham in North Wales
Not sure if we can come to you? Simply get in touch and we’ll let you know.
FAQs
Do I need permission to remove a tree?
Yes, if the tree is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or located in a conservation area, you’ll need to obtain permission from your local council. We can provide advice about which permits you’ll need to apply for.
How do you handle invasive species like Japanese Knotweed?
At Treetops, we employ industry-approved methods for the removal and management of invasive species, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and preventing re-infestation.
What happens to the waste generated during tree removal?
All waste is responsibly processed, with materials like wood and mulch recycled where possible, and non-recyclable waste disposed of in compliance with environmental standards.
Are your services insured?
Yes, Treetops holds comprehensive public liability insurance up to £10 million, ensuring peace of mind for all clients.