Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Tree Surgeons in Kent & South East London
Established in 1983, Tree Services has built a reputation as a trusted family-run tree surgery business serving Kent and South East London. Our team of fully qualified and insured professionals specialises in expert tree care, combining technical precision with a commitment to environmental responsibility. We adhere strictly to British Standard 3998 and Arboricultural Association guidelines, ensuring every job prioritises tree health, client satisfaction, and ecological sustainability. With decades of combined experience, including military discipline from our founder Michael Mills, we deliver safe, reliable solutions for both private and commercial clients.Our services range from precision pruning to large-scale site clearance, always maintaining transparency in pricing and communication. We take pride in repurposing all timber waste into firewood, mulch, or biomass fuel, reflecting our zero-waste philosophy. Recognised by homeowners, developers, and local authorities, we continue to uphold our founding principle: thoughtful tree management that balances property needs with nature conservation.
Services
Tree Pruning
Stump Grinding
Hedge Cutting
Site Clearance
Tree Reports
Firewood Supply
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with 40+ years of local expertise
- Fully qualified team adhering to British Standard 3998
- Zero-waste policy through timber recycling initiatives
- Emergency tree services available 24/7
- Military-trained precision combined with environmental responsibility
Associations and certifications
- British Standard 3998
- Arboricultural Association
What people say
Very pleased with their work
Professional and friendly
High standard
Great job at fair price
Tidier than when started
Services
Tree Pruning
Precision pruning services including crown lifting, reduction, and thinning to enhance tree health and aesthetics. Our arborists follow British Standard 3998 guidelines to maintain structural integrity while improving light penetration and air circulation. Ideal for both mature and young trees requiring formative shaping.
Stump Grinding
Complete stump elimination using specialist machinery to remove tripping hazards and prepare sites for redevelopment. We offer both small-access grinders for confined spaces and heavy-duty equipment for large stumps, with optional replanting-ready ground restoration. All woodchips are recycled as mulch or biomass fuel.
Hedge Cutting
Professional hedge trimming services for formal and informal hedgerows, including height reduction and shape restoration. Our team handles all hedge types from boxwood to conifer, ensuring healthy growth patterns while maintaining neat boundaries. Waste material is cleared to leave properties looking immaculate.
Site Clearance
Comprehensive vegetation removal for development or landscaping projects, including tree felling, scrub clearance, and root extraction. We utilise tracked machinery for challenging terrain and provide waste management solutions through chipping, mulching, or biomass repurposing. Ideal for builders and homeowners preparing land for new projects.
Tree Reports
Expert tree assessments and consultancy services for planning applications, TPO compliance, and neighbour disputes. Our qualified arborists produce detailed condition reports and provide development survey support, ensuring all recommendations align with industry best practices and local authority requirements.
People
Michael Mills
Owner & Tree Surgeon
Former British Army serviceman with 10 years of arboricultural experience. Combines military discipline with technical expertise to deliver precise, client-focused tree care solutions while maintaining strict safety standards.
Questions
Do you offer emergency tree services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency tree removal for hazardous situations like storm-damaged trees.
Are your arborists qualified?
All our team members are fully qualified, insured, and adhere to British Standard 3998 guidelines.
What areas do you cover?
We serve Kent and South East London, including Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, and Maidstone.
How do you handle waste materials?
All timber is repurposed into firewood, mulch, or biomass fuel – nothing goes to landfill.
Can you handle large-scale site clearance?
Yes, we have specialist machinery for both small garden projects and commercial land clearance.
Reviews (3)
Wraithz Yt
Jun 24, 2021
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They cut a tree down over my car and was then rude when I asked them about it ..rude staff and even ruder boss
Stephen Slade
Oct 09, 2019
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Fantastic work by Duncan and his team. Excellent experience from the initial visit and quotation, through to the completion of all the work. The team were all very knowledgeable, thorough, and polite. They even cleaned the whole garden of leaves afterwards and ensured everything looked perfect.
Josh Pitman
Jun 16, 2019
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Really knowledgeable gents, absolutely polite and fantastic value, got quotes from three other companies and these guys were the best value, told me the correct way to deal with problem, arrived on time and left with no mess at all. 10 out of 10 would recommend over anyone else.
