Tree Felling in Ratho & Edinburgh | Heartwood Tree Care

At Heartwood Tree Care, we provide professional tree felling services in Edinburgh, Ratho, and the surrounding areas, designed for properties with adequate space where trees can be safely removed from the base. Our certified and experienced arborists handle each job with precision, ensuring your safety and the health of your landscape.

We specialise in ground-level felling where it’s practical and appropriate—whether you need to remove a single tree for safety reasons or require site clearance ahead of a development.

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Our Tree Felling Process: Safe, Skilled & Structured

1. Site Assessment

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Before any tree is felled, our team carries out a thorough risk assessment. We consider the tree's health, lean, surrounding structures, and nearby utilities to determine the safest removal method.

2. Ground-Level Felling

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Where conditions allow, we fell the tree from the base in a single, controlled motion. This method is efficient and cost-effective, ideal for open gardens, fields, or development plots.

3. On-Ground Processing

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Once the tree is safely felled, it’s processed on-site. We cut the trunk and branches into manageable sections, chip debris, and ensure the area is left clear and tidy.

4. Sustainable Practices

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Timber and green waste are responsibly recycled. Where possible, wood is repurposed or donated for use as firewood or mulch.

Need Tree Removal in a Confined Space? 
Try Our Dismantling Service

If there’s not enough space for felling, our tree dismantling service offers a safe alternative. 

Using ropes, rigging systems, and precise sectional cuts, we can safely remove trees piece by piece—even beside buildings, fences, or roads.

When Should You Consider Tree Felling?

The tree is dead, diseased, or structurally unstable

Roots are damaging foundations or driveways

You need to clear space for construction or landscaping

The tree is blocking light or views in a large open space

It’s leaning dangerously or has storm damage

If you’re unsure whether your tree requires removal or pruning, our experts can advise during your free consultation.

Why Homeowners & Businesses Choose Heartwood Tree Care

  • Certified & Accredited Arborists – Edinburgh Trusted Trader & Achilles-approved
  • Safe & Controlled Felling – Expert-led, risk-assessed, and fully insured
  • Eco-Friendly Disposal – All timber processed responsibly
  • 10+ Years of Experience – Local team with extensive knowledge
  • Free Quotes & Site Surveys – No obligation and tailored advice
  • Serving Edinburgh, Ratho & Beyond – Covering East Lothian, Mid Lothian, Falkirk & Stirling
  • Domestic & Commercial Projects – From gardens to large utility jobs
  • Fully Equipped – Wood chippers, saws, grinders – we bring it all

FAQs: Tree Felling in Edinburgh

Our Services: Covering Edinburgh & Surrounding Areas

We’re proud to serve Ratho, Edinburgh, East Lothian, Mid Lothian, Falkirk and Stirling.

Not sure if we cover your postcode?Just give us a call.

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At Heartwood Tree Care, we combine experience, accreditation, and passion to deliver reliable and safe tree felling services across Edinburgh. We’re here to protect your property and manage your green spaces responsibly.

Call us on 0131 581 8203

Email us here info@htctrees.co.uk

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