Tree problems
Hanging limbs, storm-blown trees, decay fungus, ash dieback, roots near the house, protected trees and stumps — what each fault means and how urgent it is.
Cracked Branch Hanging In The Tree
EmergencyA large branch has split or torn but has not come down, and it is sitting in the canopy above the garden, a path or a car.
Tree Blown Over In A Storm
EmergencyA tree has come down in high wind and is lying across the garden, a fence, a shed, the house or the road.
Tree Leaning With Lifted Roots
High riskThe tree has taken on a lean and the ground on the opposite side has cracked, domed or lifted at the base.
Fungus Growing On The Trunk
High riskBrackets, shelves or clusters of fungus have appeared on the trunk or at the base of the tree.
Ash Tree Dying Back
High riskAn ash has thinning, patchy foliage, dead twigs across the crown and clumps of new growth low on the trunk.
Branches Touching Power Lines
EmergencyBranches have grown into the overhead cables crossing the garden, or a limb is resting on the line after wind.
Tree Has A Preservation Order
Low riskThe council has told you the tree is protected, or you have found it is covered by an order or sits in a conservation area.
Neighbour's Branches Overhanging My Garden
Low riskBranches from next door's tree hang well over the boundary, blocking light, dropping debris or scraping the roof.
Tree Roots Near The House
CautionA large tree stands close to the house, and you are worried about the foundations, the drains or the cracks that have appeared.
Stump Left After Felling
Low riskA stump has been left in the lawn or border, and it is either sprouting again, rotting away or simply in the way.