Crown Lifting in Dingwall & Inverness

Looking to increase ground clearance beneath your trees or let more natural light into your garden? At The Highland Arborist, we offer professional crown lifting services throughout Dingwall, Inverness, and the wider Scottish Highlands. Whether it's to prevent obstructions, protect buildings, or enhance visibility, our expert approach ensures trees remain healthy, balanced, and legally compliant.

Crown lifting involves carefully removing the lower branches of a tree to a specified height. It must be done with precision to avoid compromising the tree’s structure or health. Our lead arborist is degree-qualified in arboriculture and urban forestry, ensuring every lift is tailored to both the site and species.

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Why Choose Us for Crown Lifting?

University-qualified in arboriculture & urban forestry
Specialist rigging skills for safe work near buildings
Crown lifting to BS3998 British Standards
Committed to tree health and environmental protection
Wildlife-safe methods in line with UK laws
No payment until you're completely satisfied
Local to Dingwall, serving all of the Highlands
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What is Crown Lifting and Why It Matters

Crown lifting is the careful removal of a tree’s lower branches to increase ground clearance, improve access, and allow more light to reach homes, gardens, and pathways. It’s commonly required when trees overhang:

Public footpaths or driveways
Roofs, fences, or power lines
Signage or CCTV systems
Areas where insurance or safety regulations apply

Done incorrectly, crown lifting can damage the tree’s health, cause decay, or disrupt structural balance. That’s why it’s essential the job is handled by a qualified arborist who understands how to maintain form, safety, and biological integrity.

Our Process for Crown Lifting

We make every crown lift safe, legal, and tailored to your trees.

1. Free Consultation & Site Visit

We inspect the tree, review your needs, and assess clearance, access, and wildlife presence.

2. Planning & Compliance

We identify the ideal lift height and ensure all work aligns with BS3998 and wildlife laws.

3. Precise Crown Lifting

Using clean, controlled cuts and rigging when needed, we raise the canopy without harming tree structure.

4. Waste Management

All removed limbs are either chipped on-site, repurposed for mulch, or taken away responsibly.

5. Final Walkthrough

We inspect the result with you. Payment is only taken once you're 100% happy with the job.

When is the Best Time for Crown Lifting?

Although crown lifting can technically be carried out at any time of year, we strongly recommend doing it between late autumn and early spring. This is when trees are dormant, and pruning is less likely to:

Cause sap bleeding
Attract pests or spread disease
Stress the tree unnecessarily

Some tree species, such as oak and beech, are especially sensitive and should only be pruned in cooler months. Our arborist will assess your trees and advise on the safest, most effective timing.

Need seasonal guidance? We’re happy to inspect your trees and help you plan ahead.

Our Credentials & Commitment to Safety

We’re not just experienced, we’re certified, insured, and held to the highest professional standards in the arborist industry.

Fully Qualified: Our lead arborist holds a university degree in Arboriculture & Urban Forestry
Rigging-Certified: Trained for complex lifting near homes, roads, and utilities
Insured & Protected: £5 million public liability and £10 million employer liability cover
Compliant Practices: We follow BS3998 and halt work when wildlife is at risk
Transparent & Trustworthy: Clients inspect all work before payment is accepted

This level of professionalism ensures our work is not only effective but also safe, legal, and environmentally responsible.

Crown Lifting FAQs

Q: How much does crown lifting cost?

Pricing depends on tree size, access, location, and volume of material to be removed. We provide bespoke quotes after a free site visit.

Q: Is permission required for crown lifting?

Some trees are protected under Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) or conservation areas. We can check and advise before starting.

Q: Will crown lifting damage the tree?

Not if done correctly. We follow BS3998 standards, ensuring careful pruning that supports the tree's long-term structure and health.

Q: What happens to the removed branches?

We offer wood chipping and waste removal, or we can stack the timber as firewood upon request.

Q: Can you crown lift trees near roads or buildings?

Yes. We use rigging techniques and risk assessments for complex sites, including tight gardens, driveways, or commercial areas.

Crown Lifting in Dingwall & Inverness

Why Choose Us for Crown Lifting?

Before & After

What is Crown Lifting and Why It Matters

Our Process for Crown Lifting

When is the Best Time for Crown Lifting?

Areas We Cover

Our Credentials & Commitment to Safety

Crown Lifting FAQs

Book Your Crown Lifting in Dingwall or Inverness Today

Crown Lifting in Dingwall & Inverness

Why Choose Us for Crown Lifting?

Before & After

What is Crown Lifting and Why It Matters

Our Process for Crown Lifting

When is the Best Time for Crown Lifting?

Areas We Cover

Our Credentials & Commitment to Safety

Crown Lifting FAQs

Book Your Crown Lifting in Dingwall or Inverness Today

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