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No, only a very small percentage of men I have ever met could be accurately described as such. And yet, I'm sure you must be aware, it is the opinion of many young women that all men are 'problematic' or at least inherently prop up the conspiratorial patriarchy idea, simply by being born with certain genitals. You'll have to forgive me, I used generalisations to make a point, but it is these kind of pejorative generalisations about men that I feel are a very negative and inaccurate, but are unfortunately freely expressed day in day out. As argued, a very controversial standpoint, but fashionable, so therefore 'allowed'.

This topic, along with modern economic concepts (complete globalisation of wealth, tax, emissions/climate control policies), simply comes down to a binary choice of whether one is a transhumanist or not... Are we, the human race, better off (a totally subjective concept) following the lead of vastly powerful and unimaginable wealthy technocrats who ultimately 'know best', or best to follow our natural instincts and strive towards more autonomy and less government?? I can't help but think certain things are simply inevitable - once electricity had been invented, was it not inevitable we would end up with this looming AI conundrum?? Once caravaggio, the renowned renaissance painter, had infamously used a prostitute as a model for the virgin Mary, would we not end up with Tracy emin's dirty used bed being hailed as a post modern masterpiece?? The same line of thought could be used to understand many controversial modern standpoints - the feminist movement culminates eventually in all men being misogynistic bigots. How could this end any other way? Climate agenda - it is not just enough to be interested in making things that last, or use rainwater where possible, or grow some easy veg for your family for example, oh no you must be classed as evil and or totally ignorant if you don't lust after a massively overweight and inefficient electric car charged by coal! The sexual revolution debate - ultimately ended up in cutting off breasts of minors to prove a point to exactly who?? My point being, its just what's fashionable that dictates what is easily said or not so easily said. The case with the more 'woke' amoung us, is that they feel 'safe' and 'good' spouting what they have been told, and have therfore confused that with being correct. It's a very subconscious, human mistake to make. Peace out.

Neighbours that absolutely bloody love each other still plant trees and shrubs on their boundaries that will inevitably cause some issues that will need attention eventually....hence this industry and consequently why this forum actually exists! Peace.

Absolutely nothing to worry about. All vegetation grows and dies, all properties require constant repair, deal with any related issues if/when the time comes.

Just to add. I desperately feel for the chap and his loved ones and am accusing no wrong doing. I have personally anchored from 'good' trees and tied into compromised ones and simply got away with it, but would never do it these days or advise anyone else to do so. Peace out.

Yep, but didn't a climbing accident occur?? Hence they weren't using it? Far too many variables and it's all totally unknown what went on to me. The only further comment I'd make is a tractor or similar of suitable size (with a winch, as trees that are upright should not really be just pulled by an machine) for mechanically aided felling is normally employed for pulling trees into open land/fields away from the highway. This being the most cost effective method for removing multiple large trees near highways. A failed tree that is looming over the highway is more complex and requires very careful dismantling...in my opinion.

Basically impossible to tell from photos or persons descriptions. Nonetheless - it's not complicated. There are two options. 1 - Mega access platform with sufficient reach to work from very top of hung up tree and suitable outreach to be safe of anything falling during dismantle process. 2 - Forestry style, mega winch on something powerful and mega heavy and pull that bastard down.

I like this chat - new vs old outlook on things. Some using new weird little bits of metal just to choke a bit of wood with a rope, others lowering with nothing but true grit and an old horse attached to a rope made of it's own hair! Anyway, a word to the wise - any person regularly lowering bits of wood on a rope would gain massively from acquiring one of these. SPIN L1D - Pulleys | Petzl Other WWW.PETZL.COM Petzl Other. Very high efficiency single pulley with one-way rotation and swivel Wish I'd bought one years ago....not actually sure how long they've been about though.

Fixed price all the way for everything, every time. Precise quotes that literally list absolutely all works down to the tiniest detail so everyone knows exactly where they stand and nothing is questionable. Always consider your waste removal costs for every job, this is the hardest part of tree surgery. Push clients into waste removal, it's a better service generally speaking and you will make on the arisings in the long run. This entails getting your chipper/truck sorted and yard/waste drop off sites nailed down first. You need to earn at least £350 profit for yourself each day, subbies to add to that, all machinery costs such as purchase/hire/maintenance to add again to that. Good luck.

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.