Tree advice

Practical guides on tree care, storm damage, pests and getting work done properly, from the Treemasters team.

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2 October 2026 3 min read Autumn Storm Season: A 10-Minute Check for the Trees in Your Garden October is when the North East starts to get its first proper autumn gales. A quick look round your garden now is the easiest way to avoid an emergency call-out later... Read the article

10 February 2026 7 min readHow Modern Tree Surgery Works in 2026: What You Should Expect From Professional Tree SurgeonsTree surgery has come a long way in the past decade. If you last hired a tree surgeon back in 2015 or...
1 February 2026 6 min read20 Years of Oak Threats in the UK: What Tree Surgeons Are Seeing Now (And What You Should Watch For)If you've got oak trees on your property, you're looking after a piece of British heritage. The UK is home to around...
1 February 2026 6 min readCrown Reduction Vs Tree Removal: Which Is Better For Your Garden?When a tree in your garden starts causing problems, you're faced with a decision that many homeowners across County Durham and the...
26 January 2026 6 min readSpotted Something Strange on Your Oak Trees? Here's Exactly What to Do (And What Not to Touch)You're out in the garden, maybe having a cuppa and enjoying the view, when you notice something odd on your oak tree....
23 January 2026 6 min readThe Property Manager's Guide to Site Clearance and Tree Risk AssessmentsManaging land and property comes with a long list of responsibilities. Among the most critical: and often overlooked: are site clearance and...
20 January 2026 6 min readAre You Making These Common Tree Pruning Mistakes? Here's How to Fix ThemThere's something satisfying about getting out into the garden with a pair of loppers and tidying up your trees. Many homeowners across...
20 January 2026 6 min readStorm Damage? 5 Steps How to Handle Emergency Tree Work Safely (Easy Guide for Homeowners)We've all been there. You wake up after a wild night of howling winds and lashing rain, peek out the window, and...
20 January 2026 6 min readOak Processionary Moth Explained: What Every Homeowner Needs to KnowIf you have oak trees on your property, there's a pest you need to know about. The Oak Processionary Moth (OPM) has...

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