Business Details
15 Years
experience
Trusted Tree Surgeons in Southampton
D G S Trees has been delivering expert tree management and consultancy services since 2011, building a reputation for reliability, quality workmanship, and competitive pricing across Southampton and surrounding regions. Our team of qualified arborists combines over 25 years of collective experience with adherence to British standards for tree work (BS3998), ensuring all operations meet the highest safety and technical requirements. We specialise in commercial and domestic tree surgery, hedge cutting, stump removal, and tree preservation, offering free site surveys and fixed-price quotations with no hidden costs.Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated through our 98% client retention rate, annual health and safety accreditations from CHAS and SMAS, and a dedicated team that includes industry-recognised experts. We maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including 5 million public liability, and our processes ensure compliance with tree preservation orders and local planning regulations. Our investment in specialist equipment and continuous staff training guarantees efficient, high-quality service delivery for both residential and business clients.
Services
Tree Surgery
Hedge Cutting
Stump Removal
Tree Consultancy
Tree Pruning
Tree Planting
Tree Removal
Cable Bracing
Site Clearance
Crown Reduction
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We have 25+ years of combined experience in professional arboriculture
- Our team includes certified arborists with BS3998-compliant expertise
- We provide free initial surveys with no obligation
- We maintain 5 million public liability insurance coverage
- Our staff undergo annual health & safety audits by CHAS and SMAS
Associations and certifications
- CHAS
- SMAS
What people say
Exemplary work
Very professional team
Completed job efficiently
Competitive pricing
Excellent customer service
Services
Tree Surgery
Our tree surgery services include crown reduction, thinning and lifting using industry-approved techniques. Qualified arborists work to BS3998 standards, ensuring tree health and structural integrity while maintaining safety. We handle emergency tree work and provide detailed aftercare advice.
Hedge Cutting
Professional hedge trimming services for domestic and commercial properties. We use precision techniques to enhance hedge appearance while promoting healthy growth. Our team handles hedges of all sizes, including those affecting solar panel access or property aesthetics.
Stump Removal
Complete stump removal using specialist machinery to eliminate trip hazards and improve land usability. We offer both full stump extraction and grinding services, with site restoration included in all contracts. Emergency stump removal available for urgent cases.
Tree Consultancy
Expert tree consultancy services including BS5837 surveys, tree preservation orders and planning applications. Our consultants provide detailed reports for developers and homeowners, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and offering cost-effective management solutions.
Tree Removal
Safe tree removal operations for hazardous or unwanted trees. Our certified climbers use rigging systems to control felling direction, with comprehensive risk assessments conducted before all work. We handle trees near buildings and power lines with specialist techniques.
People
Mark Hines
Founder / Owner
With 24+ years' experience in arboriculture, Mark established D G S Trees in 2011 after working as a local authority tree officer and managing other tree surgery companies. He oversees daily operations and client quotations.
Maria Hines
Office Manager / Accounts
Maria manages all administrative functions, ensuring smooth office operations since joining the company. She handles client communications and financial matters with over 10 years' experience in business administration.
Julian Hutchinson
Team Leader
With 10+ years in the tree industry, Julian supervises onsite operations, ensuring work meets specification and safety standards. He coordinates teams for complex projects across commercial and domestic sites.
Mark Jackson
Lead Climber
A qualified arborist with 15+ years' experience, Mark specialises in aerial tree work. He ensures all climbing operations comply with British Standards while mentoring junior team members in safety procedures.
Richard Chapman
Lead Climber
With 11 years' experience as a tree surgeon, Richard performs complex aerial operations. He focuses on maintaining tree health during pruning while ensuring complete client satisfaction through technical excellence.
Questions
Do you provide free site surveys?
Yes, we offer free no-obligation site surveys for both domestic and commercial clients across Hampshire.
Are your arborists qualified?
All our tree surgeons hold relevant arboricultural qualifications and work to British Standard BS3998 requirements.
How do you handle protected trees?
We check all tree protection status before work begins and manage planning applications as your agent at no extra cost.
What insurance coverage do you have?
We maintain £5m public liability, £500k professional indemnity and £10m employers liability insurance policies.
Can you work near power lines?
Yes, our team has specialist training and equipment to safely work within 2 metres of live electrical conductors.
How quickly can you complete work?
We aim to complete most domestic jobs within 2-3 weeks of quotation acceptance, with urgent cases prioritised.
