Tree Works & Arboriculture

Professional tree care for commercial sites and public spaces

YGS Landscapes provides professional, compliant tree works and arboriculture services across Devon and Cornwall, supporting commercial developments, public spaces and managed estates.

Our qualified arboriculture teams deliver safe, well-managed tree works, from routine inspections and maintenance to larger-scale operations. All works are carried out by experienced operatives using well-maintained equipment and planned in line with current legislation and industry best practice.

We understand the importance of balancing tree safety, long-term health and site requirements, particularly on live developments and publicly accessible sites.

Safe, compliant arboriculture services

Tree works are delivered using structured, ISO-certified management systems, ensuring consistent standards across safety, quality and environmental responsibility.

Our teams are trained to assess risk, plan works carefully and communicate clearly with clients, helping projects remain compliant while minimising disruption to surrounding areas.

Our arboricultural services include

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Tree safety inspections

Visual assessments and inspections to identify defects, risks and required remedial works.

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Tree felling and removal

Planned and controlled removal where trees present safety, structural or site constraints.

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Pruning and crown management

Formative and maintenance pruning to promote tree health, safety and appropriate growth.

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Vegetation clearance

Clearance of overgrown or invasive vegetation to improve access, visibility and safety.

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Stump removal

Mechanical stump grinding to allow reinstatement or future planting.

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Advice on protected trees

Guidance relating to trees within conservation areas or those subject to Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs).

All works are undertaken using regularly serviced machinery and safe systems of work, with appropriate traffic and pedestrian management where required.

A considered approach to tree management

Our arboriculture services are delivered with a focus on:

public and site safety
compliance with statutory requirements
protecting long-term tree health where retention is appropriate
integrating tree works with wider landscaping and maintenance programmes

Where required, we work alongside consultants, planners and local authorities to ensure tree works are carried out responsibly and in line with permissions.

Safety, Insurance and Compliance

Safety and compliance are built into every arboricultural operation. We ensure:

Trained and competent operatives
Appropriate RAMS for all works
Regularly inspected and maintained equipment
Clear communication and reporting following works

Clients can be confident that all tree works are delivered professionally, safely and with due care for people, property and the surrounding environment.