Dean O
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some more picture for now: 1) view up the stem 2) side view not very clearly showing how little of the circumference remains on this side of the tree 3) the visible heartwood is thin - you could knock it through with a good kick.
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I'll send you the address - bring a trowel I'll pay you a fiver, in fact I've got a few other trees for you to look at Yeah - I think its gone past retention really, difficult for people to comment on (which is why the post was regarding the action of decay) pictures really don't give sense of it the felling would protect lots o things well within falling distance, houses gardens, a B road, an area children play in, an access track and a footpath, plus the parked cars. I can see it from both sides of the coin: the council has let them use the area as if it were there own in return for them spending their time looking after it, there's a 'potential dangerous' tree there, it would be a kick in the teeth for them to be evicted over it when the tree could still land on the garden gazebo. I'd like to see it retained in some sense just out of stubbornness but if it does end up being removed I'll try and remember to take piccies of the extent of decay.
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its a community council tree so a survey wont be sought in this instance due to cost. I recommended that is was looked at by the local TO, who without knowing what I had prescribed suggested pretty much the same but preferred the idea of fell. its a tricky situation / site as its council land, but it has been relatively well looked after by the residents so the targets of parked cars etc cant really be removed without causing upset and probable abandonment. I did suggest giving the bell to the chap with the trailer but it wasn't taken as an option.
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It would be lovely to save it - I never like to condemn a tree but with the coalescence of two quite large cavities which then extends up the stem plus the presence of so many targets.... its also compounded by the fact that the t/r ratio is more like 20-25%, so bellow the 30%, and I think with the presence of cavities like this maybe a t/r of 50% would be desirable. I agree the tree is reacting very well all considered, and the crown is very healthy. its stood up to some very heavy winds recently. I'm lucky I haven't been asked to report on it just quote for some works based on recommendations, but if it were to fail following a light reduction with the above info I think the prosecution would be very critical. I don't think many consultants would be happy without having recommended a fell, if only to cover bums - which is a shame but likely true
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I would like to hope that whatever was present has been compartmentalised and left the building - but what's the chance? I've proposed heavy reduction (to a 10m toppard) if retention is preferred or just plain old removal, under a quote for works rather than a tree condition report.
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Oak near some gardens in a patch of open space claimed by residents for parking and access to properties. some mechanical damage perhaps the original cause of wounding - today pictured the fruiting bodies. seems to have walled pretty well though having said that the tr ratio is certainly undermined. the two wounds have coalesced to form a chunky cavity. is this all down to HF? cant see signs to tell me HF is just the secondary making the most of what at some point must have been exposed sapwood, no other fruiting bodies visible. its an old row of trees so its loss would be a shame. the canopy is very healthy - but this might be its downfall.
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bumped
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Davies I forgot that we'd used B&A last time, got them mixed up and didn't realise till after i'd sent in the quote. didn't matter as we won the work any how, but had to then turn it away as we couldn't do it soon enough. Wish I'd got the right guys as he's been a bit of a pain in the bum (long story)
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good price for the crane. we had a quote for a crane roughly same size recently and they were coming in around 850 + VAT
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I have no experience of this sort of work on a commercial basis so my input is limited but could you not roughly mark out say quarter acre to help you visualise then multiply up from there? say 5 acres for the 1.88 hectare plot? I'd guess half acre a day to the specs you've said 2 guys and saws 300 squids per day = £3000. sound like a lot to me would be interested to see how those in the know would price it.
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thanks for the input. anyone out there using one of these and to what effect with what rope. thanks Dean
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Hi what rope are you using on your portable winch - looking at the pcw5000 from frjones etc. intending on using it for just one particular job pulling cut rhody up a cliff. may need up to 100 metres. wondered if a 3 strand poly prop type rope might be good as its cheep and could be replaced regularly - but will it instantly melt?
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again still looking
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I am struggling. Those guys who have talked the talk have then not turned up for a chat. The only other reason I can think of is the insecurity of changing employer just before Christmas?
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just wanted to bump this for some more attention, still looking.
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Conversley we bought some land some time ago with an area of woodland - No TPO's found in the search - shortly after I found that whole lot apparently is!
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Still looking for the right, additional staff. Get in touch if you are out there. Wish list- Groundies - We would like CS - 30,31,32, PA1&6,chipper. Climbers - We would like CS - 30,31,38,39,40,41,chipper. Training, where qualifications are lacking will be provided to the right candidates. Experience is essential. The ideal candidates will be able to present themselves in a professional manner. many thanks Dean Arborum ltd
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Just wanted to resurrect this thread as considering going over to greenmech for the quadchip. anyone else out there using one of these? any common issues, likes or dislikes?
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Looking for lead climbers, second climbers and ground staff within a small AAAC co. Posts require experience and relevant quals. Full time positions Please get in touch, prefereably by email: [email protected] with a brief CV or by phone 01792 864 053 If you have recently gotten in touch, thank you. I have returned your calls but it seems many arbs do not have answer phones on their mobiles! so if you are interested get in touch again. Many thanks Dean Arborum ltd
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Justin You called me on Wednesday and caught me on the hop. You were going to send me some details but I wanted to have a chat with you regarding things. I didn't take down your contact details and cant find your number on my call registry. Dean Arborum ltd 07533418103
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Operatives urgently required for knotweed applications must hold pa1,pa6 ideally pa6aw own transport, ppe and knapsack required. must be experienced. Dean Arborum ltd 07533 418103
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I'm looking for someone to fill a post - must be a qualified climber with experience. Post is full time, employed etc. Please call me if you are interested Dean 07533 418103
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Wanted Operative. requires PA1 PA6 (6aw and advantage but not necessary) 2-3 days work. must have own ppe and equipment. contact Dean: 07533418103 [email protected]
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Just want to bump this, Advert should be live on arb jobs too but isn't yet - for some reason. I know I'm asking a lot but there's got to be some one out there with practical skills, arb knowledge and the ability to run a team.
