Business Details
35 Years
experience
Expert Tree & Garden Services in St Albans
St Albans Tree & Garden Services has been a trusted name in arboriculture since 1991. As a family-run business based in St Albans, we specialise in comprehensive tree, hedge, and shrub management, combining over 30 years of experience with industry-recognised qualifications. Our team holds NPTC and Lantra certifications, ensuring safe and professional operations for residential and commercial clients.We prioritise customer satisfaction through transparent communication, free no-obligation quotations, and meticulous waste recycling practices. Our reputation for reliability and quality is evidenced by long-standing client relationships and positive testimonials from satisfied customers across Hertfordshire and North London.
Services
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding
Hedge Trimming
Garden Clearance
Dead-Wooding
Shrub Pruning
TPO Compliance
Waste Recycling
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- Over 30 years of specialist tree care experience in St Albans
- Fully qualified team with NPTC and Lantra certifications
- Free, no-obligation quotations with transparent pricing
- 100% green waste recycling through local community partnerships
- Comprehensive insurance with 10m employers' liability coverage
Associations and certifications
- NPTC
- Lantra
What people say
Excellent service
Polite and friendly
Cleaning up thoroughly
Knowledgeable and experienced
Reasonable quote
Services
Tree Removal
Safe removal of trees causing structural issues or requiring space for development. Our certified arborists use specialist equipment to dismantle trees in confined spaces while minimising disruption. Each operation includes site assessment, debris clearance, and stump management options.
Stump Grinding
Complete elimination of tree stumps using three sizes of industrial grinders. We remove stumps to depths of 30cm or more to enable landscaping projects. Process includes wood chip recycling and site restoration to lawn or planting-ready condition.
Hedge Trimming
Professional shaping and size control for hedges of all types. Our annual maintenance service prevents overgrowth while maintaining plant health. Techniques include precision cutting for formal hedging and rejuvenation pruning for neglected specimens.
Garden Clearance
Full restoration of neglected outdoor spaces. Services include vegetation removal, debris sorting, and preparation for landscaping. We handle complete garden overhauls while recycling 100% of green waste through local community partnerships.
Waste Recycling
Sustainable disposal of all arboricultural waste. Branches become biomass fuel, woodchip goes to local schools and allotments, and logs are distributed to community members. This zero-landfill approach supports environmental initiatives across Hertfordshire.
People
Simon Gray
Founder
Simon established the company in 1991 after qualifying as a certified arborist. With over 30 years' experience in tree surgery, he oversees operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex projects. His expertise in urban tree management ensures safe, compliant solutions for local clients.
Questions
Do you provide free quotations?
Yes, all our quotations are free and come with no obligation to proceed.
Are you licensed to carry waste?
Yes, we hold a valid waste carriers licence for safe and legal disposal.
Do you recycle green waste?
100% of green waste is recycled through local schools, allotments and biomass facilities.
Can you handle TPO-protected trees?
Yes, we manage Tree Preservation Order compliance and conservation area applications.
Are you insured?
We maintain £10m employers' liability and £5m public liability insurance coverage.
Do you work in confined spaces?
Our team specialises in accessing tight spaces using specialist equipment and techniques.
