BirdsallTree Services · Leeds
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Jack Birdsall walking through winter woodland in helmet and climbing harness, carrying his chainsaw and climbing kit
About us

Jack Birdsall.
Fifteen years climbing.

If you're looking for expert tree care, look no further. My name is Jack Birdsall, and I am a Yorkshire-based tree surgeon with over 15 years of experience in tree care. After graduating in Forestry and Arboriculture from Askham Bryan College in 2011, I obtained my National Diploma and NPTC qualifications, which enabled me to pursue my passion for tree surgery. In 2012, I established Birdsall Tree Services and worked alongside various other tree companies across Yorkshire, learning valuable skills and knowledge along the way.

Since then, I have specialised in technical large tree work, from diseased tree removals, dead wooding veteran oak trees, TPO reductions and everything else. If you require Birdsall Tree Services, you can expect a professional service including advice and a detailed quotation. I take great pride in my work and always work in a small but very safe and functional team ensuring every job is carried out to the highest standard. With a real passion for outdoor spaces we also provide all aspects of hedge work, from full re shapes and height reductions down to regular trims. All members of the team hold the appropriate qualifications and are fully insured up to £5 million.

Jack Birdsall Founder · Climbing arborist
How we work

What you can expect

Qualified

NPTC Level 2 Diploma

Level 2 Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture. Work to ARB Approved standards. £5m public liability and £10m employer's liability, certificates available on request.

Qualified, insured, established
Established2012
QualifiedNPTC L2
Insured£5m/ £10m
StandardsARB
Common questions

Before you call.

Do you charge for a quote?
No. Site visits and written quotes are always free, anywhere inside our service area. We aim to visit within a week, sooner if it's urgent.
Is my tree in a conservation area or under a TPO?
If you're not sure, we'll check and handle the council application from start to finish. Most of inner Leeds sits inside a conservation area. It's normal and usually straightforward.
When is the best time of year for tree work?
Most pruning is cleaner in autumn and winter once the leaves are off, when we can read the structure properly. Cherry, birch and plum we reduce in mid-summer to reduce disease risk. Hedges with nesting birds always wait until September at the earliest.
What happens to the wood and brash?
We take it all away as standard. If you'd like the timber for firewood, tell us at the visit and we'll cut it to length and stack it. Brash is chipped on-site and goes to local biomass.
Are you insured?
Yes, £5m public liability and £10m employer's liability, both current. We're happy to include the certificates with your quote if you need them for records.
How do you decide if a tree should come down?
Slowly, honestly, and only when there isn't a better option. We'll always look at reduction or thinning first. Trees are slow to grow back and most problems respond better to a lighter approach than clients expect.

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a look at the tree.
No charge, no pressure.

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