What professional tree felling consists of
Method expertly planned
Available space and surrounding obstacles decide whether felling or dismantling is appropriate.
Working area established
The site is set up around safety before the fell begins, not improvised halfway through.
End result discussed early
Timber, branches and stump treatment are agreed before work starts, not at the end.
Planned felling where full removal is required
Tree felling is used when complete removal is needed and the tree and site have been assessed for a safe method of work. The detail matters. A tree with a strong lean, awkward weight distribution or exposure to wind needs a different plan from one standing straight in open ground. Directional felling is not the same as sectional dismantling, and the amount of space available often decides which route makes sense. With D B Forestry Limited, we assess the tree, the ground conditions and the surrounding obstacles before agreeing how the fell should be carried out, rather than treating every site as though it behaves the same way.


Space, access and the finished scope all matter
Before work starts, we establish the safe working area and talk through what happens afterwards. That includes how timber, branches and the stump will be handled, and whether there are any access restrictions or known permissions or protected-tree issues you need to flag at the start. Choosing D B Forestry Limited means the method is discussed around the site you actually have, so you are not left trying to fit a broad plan into a very specific piece of ground.
Frequently asked questions
When is tree felling suitable instead of dismantling?
Tree felling is suitable when complete removal is required and there is enough room for a safe planned method. If space is restricted by buildings, boundaries or other obstacles, sectional dismantling may be the better choice. We assess the site before recommending the approach.
What do you need to know before a felling visit?
Please tell us about access restrictions, nearby buildings, known underground or overhead obstacles, the amount of space around the tree and any permissions or protected-tree issues you are already aware of. That information helps us plan the assessment and the likely method of work.
Can we decide what happens to timber and the stump?
Yes, and it is best to discuss that before the job is agreed. Some customers want the tree down and nothing more, while others want stump removal or a clearer site finish. We talk through the likely arisings and the remaining stump as part of the scope from the start.

