Business Details
22 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Professional Tree Surgery Services in Kent
Established in 2004, Hart Lee Tree Surgery is a family-run business founded by Tony Hart and his father David. Our team of certified arborists holds all necessary NPTC qualifications and operates under strict adherence to British Standards BS3998:2010 for tree work. We maintain comprehensive 5m public liability and employee insurance coverage, providing clients with safety documentation upon request. Our services span tree felling, crown reduction, stump grinding, and conservation area management, with a focus on environmental responsibility through material recycling. With extensive experience in both domestic and commercial sectors across the South East, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to client satisfaction.Our use of mobile elevated work platforms and heavy machinery ensures efficient execution of complex projects. Regular training in forestry first aid and safety protocols guarantees operational excellence. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to handle challenging tree conditions. We actively engage with local planning regulations, managing TPO compliance and conservation area requirements. Our reputation for reliability has been built through consistent delivery of high-standard tree surgery solutions over two decades.
Services
Tree Felling
Crown Reduction
Stump Grinding
Hedge Trimming
Dead-Wooding
Site Clearing
Tree Planting
TPO Compliance
Conservation Management
Storm Damage Repair
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20 years' experience in professional tree surgery since 2004
- Our team holds NPTC certifications for all arboricultural operations
- We maintain 5m public liability and employee insurance coverage
- Our work complies with British Standards BS3998:2010 recommendations
- We provide comprehensive safety documentation with every estimate
What people say
Professional team
Timely manner
Thorough site clearance
Expert advice
Damage prevention
Services
Tree Felling
Professional tree felling operations conducted by NPTC-certified arborists using industry-standard equipment. We assess site conditions to determine optimal felling methods while ensuring safety for surrounding structures. Our approach prioritises controlled tree removal with complete site clearance of debris and waste materials.
Stump Grinding
Specialised stump elimination using high-powered grinding machinery. We reduce stumps to mulch at desired depths, enabling immediate site reuse. Our process includes root plate excavation and soil restoration to facilitate replanting or landscaping activities.
Crown Reduction
Precision crown management maintaining tree health and structural integrity. We reduce canopy size by up to 30% while preserving natural species characteristics. This technique improves light penetration and mitigates wind resistance through strategic branch removal.
Conservation Management
Expert handling of trees within conservation areas and TPO-protected specimens. We manage council applications, provide heritage assessments, and implement approved maintenance plans. Our team ensures compliance with local authority requirements for protected tree management.
Storm Damage Repair
Rapid response to storm-damaged trees with 24/7 availability during critical periods. We secure hazardous branches, remove fallen timber, and coordinate insurance claims. Our certified arborists prioritise safety while minimising property damage during emergency interventions.
People
Tony Hart
Owner/Operator
With 20 years' experience since 2004, Tony holds all NPTC arborist certifications and operates mobile elevated platforms. He manages daily operations and client consultations.
David Hart
Founder
Co-founder David established the business with Tony, contributing decades of forestry experience. He remains involved in strategic business development.
Questions
What tree services do you offer in Kent?
We provide complete arboricultural services including felling, pruning, stump grinding, hedge trimming, and conservation area management across Kent and the South East.
Are you qualified to handle protected trees?
Yes, we manage TPO-protected trees and conservation area specimens with council-approved procedures and documentation.
Do you handle emergency tree work?
We offer storm damage response services with priority scheduling for urgent tree safety concerns.
What safety certifications do you hold?
Our team maintains NPTC qualifications, forestry first aid training, and 5m public liability insurance coverage.
Can you assist with insurance claims?
We provide documentation and expert testimony to support tree-related insurance claims for property damage.
Do you recycle tree waste?
We actively recycle wood waste into mulch and use reclaimed materials where possible in our operations.
Reviews (4)
Sabine Gransden
Jun 08, 2021
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10 out of 10! From start to finish it was a very professional, friendly, helpful, patient and efficient service from Tony Hart and his team. We asked Tony to remove a very tall lime tree which was close to a power line and started to rot from the inside out and a holly tree and raise the canopy of 3 other trees. The lads worked very efficiently, safe, tidy and quick. They certainly leave your garden and drive more tidy than before they started. We highly recommend Tony and his team for any tree surgery you might require.
Michael Sitton
Mar 29, 2021
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Totally professional: excellent time keeping, very polite and completely trustworthy. I took Tony's advice from the start, best thing I did. The team got on well together and it was great to see the support they gave each other all the way through, and including the final clear up after four days hard work. My tree surgeons of choice now, will definitely use them again.
Anske Bax
Oct 19, 2020
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A great team, they arrived early, very professional and efficient in taking down a very large tree next to the road. These guys are true professionals and made the whole process stress free. Would highly recommend them to anyone.
Alastair Wrigley
Jan 26, 2018
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Interesting reading the other review on here. Seems that if you base them solely on their supermarket parking etiquette these people may not be the ones you want to do business with. However, if you want them to assist you with any tree work then I can highly recommend them. We have used Tony and his team several times in the past and are about to do so again. Can't recommend them highly enough - and their parking was also exemplary every time they have been on site!
