Crown Lifting in Essex & London
Chigwell Tree Services is committed to promoting the health and beauty of your trees and the environment. We specialise in responsible tree care, offering expert tree services that enhance your property while supporting the natural world. If you need crown reduction, tree surgery, or a crown lifting, our skilled tree surgeons are here to help. We make sure every job is done with care and professionalism.

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how it works
Our Crown Lifting Process
Initial ConsultationÂ
Our crown lifting service begins with a detailed consultation. During a site visit, our qualified and experienced tree surgeons assess the condition of your tree, its surroundings, and your specific needs. Whether you're looking to lift a tree for greater clearance, address dead wood, or need crown reduction, we'll create a tailored plan suited to your goals. ÂDetailed AssessmentÂ
We carry out a careful assessment to identify which of the lowest branches need removal for the tree’s health and structure. This approach ensures the tree stays stable while achieving the necessary clearance from ground level. Whether it’s a crown lift tree service or full tree surgery, we prioritise the long-term wellbeing of your tree.ÂSafety MeasuresÂ
Health and safety are central to our lifting services. Our skilled tree surgeons follow rigorous safety measures to safeguard your property, our team, and the tree itself. Using specialist equipment and proven techniques, we manage all aspects from crown lifting to urgent tree work, including fallen trees or removing dead wood.ÂPrecision CuttingÂ
Our arborists use professional-grade tools to carefully remove selected lower branches, reducing stress on the tree. Accurate cutting encourages healthy regrowth, helping the tree stay strong and attractive. Whether it’s a crown lift tree task or crown reduction, we achieve results you can count on.ÂCleanup and Debris RemovalÂ
After the crown lifting or tree surgery is finished, we ensure your property is left clean and neat. All debris, including cut branches or stumps, is properly cleared and disposed of. With our reliable tree services, there’s no need for you to lift a finger—we take care of everything. If you're seeking expert crown lifting, crown reduction, or any other tree care services in Essex and London, Chigwell Tree Services is ready to assist. Contact us now to arrange a consultation with our experienced tree surgeons and learn how we can raise a tree’s canopy while enhancing its condition and appearance.
why us?
Why Choose Chigwell Tree Services?

Experienced Arborists
Our team is made up of qualified and experienced arborists, delivering a comprehensive range of tree care services to the highest standard. From crown lifting to emergency tree work, your trees are in capable hands.

Comprehensive Services
Alongside crown lifting, we provide a complete range of services, including tree surgery, tree removal, crown reduction, and assistance with fallen trees or tree stumps. Whatever your requirements, we’re here to help.

Local Expertise
We have in-depth knowledge of tree species, regulations, and best practices for tree care across West London and Essex. Whether you require routine maintenance or urgent tree work, our local expertise guarantees full compliance with all regulations.

Health and Safety Focus
We follow stringent health and safety procedures, employing advanced equipment to deliver safe and efficient service for everything from large-scale trees to smaller projects.

Fully Insured and Reliable
Our services are fully insured, offering you peace of mind that you're dealing with genuine professionals. We are committed to delivering a reliable service with results you can trust.

Highly Recommended
Our commitment to outstanding customer service and excellent results makes us highly recommended by clients throughout West London and beyond.
why crown lifting?
Benefits of Crown Lifting

step one
Improved Accessibility
Crown lifting raises the clearance beneath the tree, making it easier to walk, drive, or position structures underneath. It’s an ideal tree care solution for clearing paths, driveways, and public roads in areas such as West London.

step two
Enhanced Aesthetics
Removing lower branches enhances the visual appeal of mature trees, giving them a tidy and well-maintained appearance. It’s a highly recommended way to improve the overall look of your property.

step three
Better Light and Air Penetration
Crown lifting increases the amount of light and air that reaches the ground and nearby plants, encouraging healthier growth. It is especially effective in improving lawn quality and reducing damp, mould, or tree pests and diseases.

step four
Increased Safety
Low-hanging branches can create hazards for people and property, particularly in busy areas. Crown lifting helps eliminate these risks by removing obstructions and lowering the likelihood of accidents or damage.

step five
Tree Health Maintenance
To support the tree’s overall wellbeing, crown lifting improves airflow and sunlight penetration within the canopy, helping to prevent disease and promote healthier growth.
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Related Services

Crown Thinning selectively removes smaller branches throughout the canopy to reduce density while keeping the tree’s natural shape. Our Crown Thinning service improves air flow, enhances light penetration and helps minimise wind resistance in mature trees.

Professional pruning encourages strong growth, removes dead or diseased wood and improves shape. At Chigwell Tree Services, we carry out precise tree pruning tailored to each tree species, ensuring long-term health and safe clearance from buildings or roads.

Crown Reduction involves reducing the size of a tree’s canopy to manage growth, allow more light and maintain structural balance. Our Crown Reduction service is carefully carried out to retain the tree’s natural shape while protecting its long-term health.
Common Questions Answered
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is Crown Lifting?
Does Chigwell Tree Services provide free quotes?
Yes, Chigwell Tree Services offers free, no-obligation quotes to assess your tree maintenance needs in Essex and London and provide a detailed and competitive quote.
Can crown lifting harm my tree?
When performed by certified professionals, crown lifting promotes tree health and reduces the risk of disease. Our experts use precise techniques to ensure minimal stress to the tree.
What happens to the branches after crown lifting?
Customer Reviews
Ashok Fangoo2024-10-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent job done by the team. Were on site at the agreed time to trim the trees explaining why and how the work will be done, leaving the garden clean and tidy before leaving. Ben Stretch2024-10-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really great service. Well organised company, quick response and did a fantastic job. Highly recommended! Irene Vise2024-10-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Trimmed 5 trees in my garden, 2 of them apple. Did a good job, they all look great now, much neater. 2 men completed the work. They were quick and efficient and cleared everything up afterward. Left the garden looking tidier than before they started !!!! All in all I would not hesitate to recommend Chigwell Tree Service. Anita Searle2024-09-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good company very nice people. Nick Karanicholas2024-09-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Many thanks to Chigwell Tree Services for the long overdue tree maintenance/stump removal we needed. The service is friendly, reliable and professional. Recommended. Girish Parmar2024-09-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service, will definitely use them again Marc Hatton2024-09-16Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cant recommend enough... great team, professional and efficient! Based in Hertfordshire, I had a rather large tree in my garden that needed removing after a bad storm. Reached out to Chigwell Tree Services from a recommendation and they did an incredible job. They handled everything from the tree removal to the stump grinding leaving a clean finish. Super tidy and efficient was really happy and will definitely use again and recommend to my neighbours... Pimmy Chaiyot2024-09-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently had an overgrown tree in Ilford that needed trimming. Chigwell Tree Services made the process seamless. They expertly trimmed the tree, improving the overall look of my garden. Their professional tree care services were efficient and hassle free. If you’re looking for tree trimming or tree pruning services in Ilford, I highly recommend Chigwell Tree Services. I’ll definitely use them again for future tree maintenance needs. Ash2024-09-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an ivy stump that needed stump grinding on my back patio that had grown too large and was becoming a real pain to manage. Chigwell Tree Services came in and removed it safely and efficiently, clearing the space perfectly so I can now install a slab. Their team was professional and made the whole process hassle free. Highly recommend their services! Teodora Jory2024-09-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would recommend that company. We received a very quick quote and we’re booked promptly. The service was professional and our requests were taken into consideration. Will use their services again.