Domino

I suppose the obvious question is - what other passions or interests do you have and follow those into whatever vein to create a possible side hustle?? If the answer is nothing, then possibly investigate crypto trading?? I don't say that in jest, it's a very pivotal moment. Trump and Musk are pro crypto and the market is hardening and expanding in anticipation of Trump's presidency. To make real 'gains' as they say, it's important to get in before 2025. Of course hindsight is all telling, but let's not forget bitcoin was $300 in 2016....as of today trading at over $100,000 per coin.

Thanks for the all the replies guys. Some interesting experiences and comments there. It's easy to just go along with these things, we're just small fry after all, but I really think it's worth making a stand against things that are just obviously not helpful to anyone involved and add to this already over bureaucratical world. Peace out.

Basically - Sally asks Rob (tree surgeon) to remove a tree, then Sally asks John (guy who appears on the internet that no one has ever met) to get Rob to tell tell John everything about himself and his business and how he intends to remove the tree, so that John can then relay that back to Sally. It's like a joke with no punchline.

Ah, thank god, it's not just me this irritates then 😀

Can we all please tell these people to 'do one'. I have a long established commercial client that has signed up to an SSIP scheme to have all their contractors checked out and registered with this total non entity organisation that both offer and do absolutely nothing. It really is important to make a stand against all this type of self imposed red tape. It only carries on because people don't stand up to it, and in turn makes everything more expensive and boring and wastes time. I'm sure there are those who disagree, but keep it to yourself. Thanks.

It's become upon the house owner , for whatever reason, to remove these trees. Respect their decision and move on. The concerns noted are unlikely to occur and there's nothing that can't be resolved in any case. In fact, you have noted there is possibly already root invasion and therefore removal and stump treatment seems the most sensible course of action.

The main thing to know and take into account here is - if the Beech is as old as you say (looks to be more or less correct) then its' possibly over mature and therefore you will likely pay for it to be removed at some point. This will be costly and should be discussed when considering your offer. In line with this, it would be advisable to get a suitably qualified consultant to complete a survey so you have a good idea of general condition, potential hazards and life span. Hope that helps.

Sorry - just looked properly! So there is a road, well it depends on the level of risk you're willing to take. Personally I'd go traffic control, fully rigged dismantle, possibly access platform, and charge accordingly. The other option is to go all forestry on it, use a suitable winch and pull her back over, if you've got the right gear and experience, and the luxury of space of course!

Yes, it's definitely telecoms cable (ex BT engineer). There are 'joint user poles' in the network too, but it's always telecoms that piggy back off power poles, and they don't have steps. It does look like it could be overhead fibre as the joints on the pole are circular, can't be certain though, such things were way after my time. As for the tree - get a climber in for the day (assuming you don't climb) and cut and chuck around the cable?? Assuming there's not a road there or other targets I can't see.

Oh thank god...welcome to the land of reliable motoring

Hedge mong is a troll........I do like the name though.

I love this guy....reminds me of the Vespian days. How wonderfully innocent you are if don't twig this 😀, everyone does realise this is a troll right????

Wow, that's an amazing setup, simply stunning, I can only dream of such things...I bow down to you're immense setup and knowledge oh great one! You seem to be totally missing point matey....I do tree surgery, hence the forum title, not mowing for a living. Our two Avant loaders earn their keep moving timber/brash/chip as well as running digger attachments, cone splitters, flails, cement mixers to name but a few. My point was using existing equipment to make an income when tree work is quiet...do you get that, or is it too complicated??

Just get on absolutely fine with it to be honest my friend. An Avant is just in a different league for maneuverability on small sites and perfect visibility being up front vs trailing behind, so not sure what you're on about there. Wild flower meadow mowing is all about adjusting heights across the whole area and limiting compaction which are the real benefits of the avant in that situation. Yes I agree a standard compact tractor setup for traditional mowing would be better suited, but that's not what I am being asked to do. Regarding cost, a weeks hire on standard flail or collector flail is pretty reasonable.