Tree services for South Canterbury
Since 2018, Andrew Smyth Tree Surgeon has provided professional arborist services to the South Canterbury region. We are passionate about the work we do, and trees are more than just a job to us, as we value the habitat and many benefits that trees provide.
Our focus is on enhancing tree health and improving your green spaces. When you hire us, you can be assured your trees are in the best possible hands.
Scroll down to see an overview of our tree services.
We care for your trees and enhance your green spaces.
Tree care advice
It’s a good idea to consult with an arborist about tree health, risk, or prior to any work commencing. We can help advise you around all your tree care needs.
Tree planting
It’s never been more important to plant trees. We can help with all your tree planting needs, including advice on site and plant suitability, site preparation, planting and maintenance.
Hedge trimming
Hedges are great for borders, shelter and screening but they can get a bit unruly at times. We can give them a tidy up and help keep them in great shape.
Tree pruning & removal
There are lots of reasons why a tree might need pruning, including aesthetics, safety, over-shading, and because it’s encroaching on property or services. We have the experience, skills and equipment to do the job properly.
Formative pruning
The one thing you should do to future proof your trees, formative pruning involves removing defects and forming a reliable branch structure early in the tree’s life to improve its looks and reliability.
Deadwood removal
Some deadwood inside the tree’s crown is perfectly normal, but in an urban environment it can pose a risk to the people or property below. We can safely remove larger pieces of deadwood.
Crown lifting
This involves the removal of the tree’s lower branches to increase space and light for other plants or garden areas, whilst retaining the tree’s overall size. Crown lifting can also be done to clear property or services, and maintain views.
Crown reduction
This involves shortening the whole crown or parts of it. By cutting each branch back to a sufficient amount of growth, the size of the tree can be reduced with minimal impact to its health. A better alternative to the outdated practice of 'topping'.
Crown thinning
Crown thinning involves pruning the tree in a way that retains its natural shape whilst allowing more dappled light to penetrate through the crown to reduce shading.
Tree removal
Unfortunately sometimes tree removal is the only option. Our specialist team can dismantle or fell any tree no matter what obstacles are present.
Storm damaged trees
Strong winds can damage trees, creating obstructions or potential hazards on your property. When this happens, you can call us anytime and we’ll make your job a priority.
Clean up & mulching
We offer a full clean up service on all of our work. Using our powerful 12” chipper, we can efficiently turn tree waste into beneficial mulch for use on your property and garden areas.
Stump grinding
Stumps don’t have to be an obstruction any longer. Our stump grinder can take care of your stumps and leave the site cleared and ready for its next stage.
Mulch supply
We can deliver arborist mulch subject to availability. Mulch is a by-product of our clean up process. It also has many benefits when added to the garden, including moisture retention, weed suppression, improving soil structure and promoting micro-organisms.
