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25 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Tree Surgery Services in Glasgow & Edinburgh
LJX Tree Surgeons Tree Surgeons have been delivering expert arboricultural services across Scotland since 2001. As one of Scotland's leading independent providers, we specialise in tree pruning, felling, stump removal, and vegetation management for domestic and commercial clients. Our team of NPTC-qualified professionals adheres to British Standard 3998:2010, ensuring all work meets rigorous safety and quality requirements. With four dedicated teams operating from strategically located bases near major road networks, we guarantee rapid response times across Glasgow, Edinburgh, and the central belt. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by comprehensive public liability insurance of 5,000,000 and employers' liability coverage of 10,000,000. We maintain industry-leading standards through continuous staff training and investment in specialist equipment, including machinery capable of navigating standard 1.2m gates.Our reputation for reliability and precision has been built through over two decades of consistent service delivery, with particular expertise in confined-space tree dismantling and conservation area management. Customer satisfaction remains paramount, demonstrated through free no-obligation consultations and guaranteed completion timelines. Our environmental commitment extends to recycling all arisings through biomass chipping operations, aligning with modern sustainability practices while maintaining operational efficiency.
Services
Tree Pruning
Stump Removal
Emergency Services
Tree Felling
Site Clearance
Vegetation Management
Crown Reduction
Pollarding
Hedge Cutting
Biomass Chipping
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- 40 years combined experience in arboriculture
- NPTC-qualified teams with first aid certification
- Adherence to British Standard 3998:2010 guidelines
- Free no-obligation consultations available
- 24-hour emergency response service
Associations and certifications
- NPTC
- BSI
What people say
Highly professional
Reliable tree surgeons
Courteous service
Neat and tidy
Excellent communication
Services
Tree Pruning
Our tree pruning service maintains tree health while enhancing structural integrity. Using industry-standard techniques, we perform crown thinning, lifting, and reduction to promote growth patterns and mitigate risks. Each intervention follows BS3998 guidelines, with particular attention to species-specific requirements and environmental factors. Clients benefit from improved property aesthetics and reduced maintenance costs through our precision pruning approach.
Stump Removal
We offer comprehensive stump removal solutions using specialist grinding equipment. Our process eliminates unsightly stumps while preventing regrowth and fungal infestations. The service includes access through standard 1.2m gateways and grinding to 20-40cm below ground level, enabling immediate replanting or landscaping. Larger machinery is deployed when site access permits, ensuring efficient removal of substantial root systems.
Emergency Services
Our 24-hour emergency service addresses storm-damaged or hazardous trees. Fully equipped teams respond rapidly to mitigate risks from unstable trees, with priority given to properties in conservation areas. The service includes temporary stabilisation and permanent removal solutions, supported by comprehensive insurance coverage and specialist lowering equipment for safe dismantling in confined spaces.
Tree Felling
We execute precision tree felling operations using sectional dismantling techniques where space constraints exist. Our arborists employ specialist lowering equipment to ensure safety during removal of trees near buildings, highways, or other sensitive areas. All operations comply with current legislation regarding protected species and nesting seasons, with complete site clearance included in the service.
Site Clearance
Our site clearance service prepares land for development through complete vegetation removal. The process includes tree felling, stump grinding, and debris recycling using biomass chipping technology. We handle projects of all scales, from domestic gardens to commercial developments, with particular expertise in minimising environmental impact while achieving thorough clearance to specified depths.
Questions
What tree services do you offer in Edinburgh and Glasgow?
We provide comprehensive tree surgery services including pruning, felling, stump removal, crown reduction, pollarding, and emergency tree care across Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Central Scotland.
Are your tree surgeons available for emergencies?
Yes, we offer a 24-hour emergency callout service for storm-damaged or hazardous trees requiring immediate attention.
Do you have proper insurance coverage?
We maintain £5,000,000 public liability insurance and £10,000,000 employers' liability coverage, with certificates available upon request.
How experienced are your arborists?
Our teams have combined 40 years' experience, with all tree surgeons NPTC-qualified and trained in first aid and British Standard 3998:2010 compliance.
What equipment do you use for stump removal?
We employ specialist stump grinders that fit through standard 1.2m gates, capable of grinding 20-40cm below ground level for complete removal.
Can you work in conservation areas?
Yes, we have extensive experience managing trees in conservation areas with appropriate permissions and minimal environmental impact.
Reviews (6)
Jason Whitefield
May 13, 2025
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Had an encounter with one of their drivers earlier. Very unprofessional, shouting and swearing out the window, hurling abuse at a car with kids in it. To make it worse, the two guys that were with him were just laughing away. Absolutely disgusting behaviour.. If this is the type of guys they have working for them, I don't hold up much hope for anything else.
Gavin McInnes
Sep 09, 2023
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They came to my house to tackle a very dangerous and big eucalyptus tree. Wow what a job they undertook, all 3 were professional, courteous and left the garden tidier than when they started. I couldn't recommend them enough.
Lesley Mckechnie
Nov 05, 2021
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Fabulous job by Suzie at LJX Tree Surgery -photos before and after of the stumps they removed. Customer service was amazing and staff were very professional. Highly recommend
Victoria Sawers
Sep 16, 2019
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Fantastic, professional local business, would highly recommend! Used LJX for the first time to shred garden bushes and trees which had been cut away. Nothing was too much trouble for the guys and girl who arrived, they had the area cleared in no time at all! Thanks again 😊
Jamie Lord-Marmalade Simpson
Oct 16, 2018
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TOP TOP TOP Service! Took down a Sycamore (apparently.. as i had no idea what it was) for me today, team of 3. The tree was down and disposed in double quick time. Really pleasant team. They left the place spotless even although i had to leave before they finished. If i had more trees i would be back for more service.
Craig Inglis
Aug 02, 2018
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I could not recommend the team enough. A great job carrying out tree removal and maintenance at my Mums house. The guys, Richard and Dan, were lovely to deal with, the job was excellent and timescales amazing. So pleased and will certainly be re-using them in the future.
