Super_Spud

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Morning all. To cut a long story short, time has come for me to confront the last big task in my garden. My problem I have conifer in the rear garden which is woefully out of control. It is too close to the house for my liking and has reached a unacceptable height. However, the position of my house (on a corner) means it provides privacy into the back garden to some degree as well as the rear of the house. What I wish to achieve I wish to at the very least have the height reduced. Alternatively, cut and remove the entire tree and plant something more appropriate. What I would really like is for some input on the alternative which you guys think may be appropriate. I not in the slightest green fingered so i have no idea regarding tree/bush species but I'm happy to do a little maintenance every once in a while. I would also like for someone to visit (or price via the below pictures if they can) to give a quote for height reduction/complete removal. I did previously hire a firm from these forums for trees in the front drive and opposite rear who did a decent job. So if your reading this and recognise the garden please get in touch. Im located near Ikea just off the M6 Junction 9. Many many thanks for any input. Hopefully these picture work.....

Maybe.... And this is just a though, that would be an arrangement which is discussed between myself and the other involved party? Any useful post are most welcome -and of course, nothing in life is free...

Hi all. I after a local supplier/tree surgeon of freshly cut wood. I'm Located just off Junction 9 of the M6 (wednesbury). Can collect locally and willing to split/cut/season myself. Can anyone recommend or point me in the direct of anyone? Kindest Regards

Hi Not sure where to post this so have shoved it in here... I'm after someone/company to carry out 1No. tree removal from front driveway. Slight complexity to the issue but nothing too drastic (BT cable running through as tree has overgrown) Location is West Midlands, Walsall area m6 j9. Anyone point me in an appropriate direction? Many thanks

Indeed. Last thing I want is house foundation problems!

Thanks everyone, it was also under the impression all wood is OK if seasoned enough. Thanks for the re-assurance

Its coming down this weekend. I feel kind of guilty now its a healthy tree! Bugger, I kind of was hoping it was on its way out so it could come down!

As above really. Have 4 large evergreens which are to come down shortly. Are they burnable? Been told that evergreens are a bit sappy and therefore not to good to be burning in a log burner. Would obviously be seasoned. Any truth to the above? Kindest Regards

Evening all. After some advice from you kind folks. Have this tree in my driveway. It doesn't look too healthy to me. Is it on its way out? Any thoughts? Many Thanks!

Does feel like a nice little tool. Even better considering the price next to a Stihl.

That's actually a pretty fair point you've made there. I was originally going to use a pair of standard front covered latex type gloves common on most building sites. Already got boots and safety glasses Would you guys recommend full face visor? I will only be cutting whilst tree and myself on ground so don't see the need for a hard hat at all. Cheers!!

Any particular reason why? Out of curiosity of course. For a little piece of mind £15 aint all that.

I have no doubt he is, but purchasing locally is ideal for me Had a play with it and it seems pretty good. Get keys to 1st property in 2 weeks time so will be given the proper run out then :thumb up: Trousers ordered, just need some gloves now

So just thought id share some picture after collection. Needed to be assembled and ran by the shop prior to taking away. Would say initial thoughts its on a par with Stihl in terms of feel in the hand, although longer term reliability is yet to be seen. Features: 32cc engine - seems to have a nice bit of poke 1.35kw of power - RAARRR:001_tt2: Purge button Spring assisted starter cord - Definitely feel the assistance Tool-less chain tensioning - not so sure about this yet, seems OK for now. Adjustable oil flow 1.3mm chain with the 3/8 pitch - seems standard for these smaller saws. Not cut anything yet. A stihl ms180 also caught my eye for £40 extra. Not sure if this would of been a better choice but didn't have purge button. Perhaps i should of spent the extra £40?? here she is....