Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Tree Surgery and Arboricultural Services in Clyst St Mary
Established in 1987, Dartmoor Tree Surgeons has built a reputation as a trusted provider of professional arboricultural services across the South West. Our commitment to best practices and environmental stewardship guides every project, supported by our sister consultancy company, Advanced Arboriculture. With over three decades of experience, we deliver tailored solutions for domestic and commercial clients, adhering to the BS3998 standard. Our team of highly trained professionals holds all relevant qualifications and participates in ongoing development to maintain industry-leading expertise. As an Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor since 2003, we uphold rigorous quality benchmarks while recycling woodchip and timber on-site.We extend the same high standards to our subcontractors, ensuring consistent excellence across all operations. Our purpose-built facility in East Devon enables efficient storage and processing of materials, complementing our comprehensive service offerings. From emergency interventions to complex crane work, we combine technical proficiency with a deep respect for natural ecosystems. Customer satisfaction remains central to our approach, reflected in our 100% 5* Google rating and long-standing client relationships.
Services
Tree Surgery
Arboricultural Consultancy
Timber Products
Tree Planting
Stump Grinding
Crane Work
Site Clearance
Risk Assessments
Protective Fencing
Airspading Services
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in professional tree care services
- Our sister company provides specialist arboricultural consultancy services
- We operate 24-hour emergency tree care services for urgent situations
- Our team maintains Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor status
- We implement BS5837 protective fencing and tree protection plans
Associations and certifications
- Arboricultural Association
What people say
Excellent service
Highly professional team
Prompt and reliable
Exceptional knowledge
Great communication
Services
Tree Surgery
Our comprehensive tree surgery services cover all aspects of tree maintenance and removal. Using industry-standard techniques and equipment, we ensure safe, efficient operations while prioritising tree health and environmental impact. Clients benefit from our Arboricultural Association accreditation and decades of practical experience across domestic and commercial settings.
Arboricultural Consultancy
Through our sister company Advanced Arboriculture, we provide expert tree management advice. Services include Quantified Tree Risk Assessments, Tree Preservation Order applications, and BS5837-compliant protection plans. Our consultancy supports developers, local authorities, and private landowners with regulatory compliance and long-term tree management strategies.
Stump Grinding
We offer complete stump removal solutions using specialist machinery. Our team handles stumps of all sizes following tree dismantling, ensuring safe, thorough clearance while maintaining site aesthetics. This service supports landscaping projects and eliminates potential hazards from residual tree structures.
Emergency Tree Care
Our 24-hour emergency response team addresses urgent tree-related issues. Available year-round, we handle storm damage, hazardous branches, and safety-critical interventions using rapid deployment procedures. This service ensures immediate risk mitigation while maintaining compliance with arboricultural best practices.
Tree Planting
We provide professional tree and shrub planting services for new developments and landscape enhancements. Offering bare root and containerised stock, our team ensures proper planting techniques and aftercare. This service supports ecological projects, urban greening initiatives, and private property landscaping requirements.
People
Graham Joyce
Managing Director
Founder of Dartmoor Tree Surgeons in 1987, Graham brings over 35 years of arboricultural expertise. His environmental ethos shapes our practices, ensuring sustainable tree management while maintaining industry-leading standards through continuous professional development.
Questions
What areas do you cover for tree services?
We operate throughout the South West, including Exeter, Sidmouth, and East Devon, serving both domestic and commercial clients.
Are you qualified to handle large-scale tree work?
Our team holds all relevant arboricultural qualifications with Arboricultural Association Approved Contractor status and BS3998 compliance.
Do you offer emergency tree services?
Yes, we provide 24-hour emergency response for urgent tree-related issues like storm damage and hazardous branches.
Can you help with tree preservation orders?
We handle TPO applications and Conservation Area notifications, providing expert advice and documentation support.
What happens to wood waste after tree surgery?
We recycle all arisings on-site or at our East Devon facility, producing logs, woodchips, and timber products.
Do you work with commercial clients?
Yes, we provide tailored solutions for schools, developers, and businesses including site clearance and protective fencing.
