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Fully insured, NPTC-certified tree surgeons serving Galway City & County. Tree felling, crown reduction, stump grinding and emergency storm response, from a team trusted since 2008.

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  • Tree Surgeons Since 2008 Trusted across Galway & the West of Ireland
  • NPTC & City & Guilds Certified Arb Association professional member
  • Fully Certified & Insured Insurance certificates available on request
  • Emergency Callout Available Industry leading equipment and experienced crews

Tree Surgery Services in Galway

From routine crown reduction to emergency dangerous-tree removal, our NPTC-certified arborists deliver expert tree care across Galway City & County.

2008 Serving Galway Since
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Galway’s Trusted Tree Surgery Specialists

Elm Tree Surgery Galway is the dedicated tree care team of Elm Landscaping & Tree Surgery Services, carrying out expert, insured tree work across Galway City & County since 2008. Industry leading equipment and experienced crews mean a fast response, whatever the job.

  • NPTC & City & Guilds certified arborists, Arboricultural Association professional member
  • Fully certified and insured
  • Industry leading equipment and experienced crews

Recent Tree Surgery Work in Galway

A selection of real tree removal, crown reduction and emergency callout jobs carried out by our arborists across Galway City & County.

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Tree Removal

Large Roadside Tree Removal

Full removal of a large roadside tree with traffic management, spider lift and on-site chipping.

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Tree Felling

Full Crew Chipping & Clean-Up

Cut branches cleared and chipped on the spot by the crew, with the street kept tidy and safe throughout.

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Tree Removal

Riverside Tree Pruning

Pruning a large tree beside a river wall from a spider lift, working safely from the roadside.

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Crown Reduction

Crown Reduction at Height

Precision crown reduction and deadwood removal carried out from an aerial platform.

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Tree Surgery

Town Centre Tree Surgery

Fully managed tree work in a busy town centre setting, with signage and traffic control.

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Site Clean-Up

Wood Chipping & Site Clean-Up

All timber and brash chipped and removed on the same day, leaving the site spotless.

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Crown Reduction

Crown Thinning Near Period Building

Careful crown thinning of a mature tree beside a listed stone building in a town centre.

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Our Equipment

Industry Leading Equipment

Industry leading equipment and experienced crews on every job, from tracked spider lifts to wood chippers.

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See Our Tree Surgeons at Work

A look at the equipment, training and care our arborists bring to every tree surgery job across Galway.

Our Simple Tree Surgery Process

From your first call to a clean, tidy site, we make tree work straightforward and stress-free.

Enquiry & Photos

Tell us about the tree, send a photo if you can, and let us know if it’s urgent. We’ll call you back fast.

Site Visit & Risk Assessment

One of our certified arborists visits your site in Galway to assess the tree and plan the safest approach.

Free, Transparent Quote

We provide a clear, itemised quote for the work. No hidden costs, no obligation to proceed.

Tree Work Carried Out

Felling, pruning, crown reduction or stump grinding, carried out safely with industry leading equipment and experienced crews.

Clean-Up & Waste Removal

All timber, brash and debris chipped and cleared the same day, leaving your site tidy and safe.

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Tree Felling & Removal

Whether it’s a single garden tree or a large-scale removal near buildings, roads or overhead cables, our team plans and executes every felling job with safety as the priority. One of our clients had a large tree felled just metres from live telecom cables without a single issue.

  • Full & Sectional Tree Felling
  • Removal Near Buildings, Roads & Cables
  • On-Site Chipping & Haulage
  • Complete Site Clean-Up
  • Fully Certified & Insured
  • Emergency Callout Available
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Crown Reduction & Pruning

Our NPTC-certified arborists keep trees healthy, safe and well-shaped with expert pruning, crown thinning and reduction, accessed by cherry picker or rope and harness where needed.

  • Crown Reduction & Thinning
  • Deadwood & Storm-Damaged Limb Removal
  • Access via Cherry Picker or Climbing
  • Hedge Cutting & Shaping
  • BS3998 Tree Reports Available
  • Domestic & Commercial Sites
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Stump Grinding & Site Clean-Up

A tree surgery project isn’t finished until the site is tidy. We grind stumps down below ground level and clear every bit of timber and brash, so your garden or site is left level and ready to use.

  • Stump Grinding Below Ground Level
  • Root & Debris Removal
  • Full Site Clean-Up & Waste Removal
  • On-Site Chipping & Mulching
  • Ground Reinstatement
  • Fast Turnaround Across Galway
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What Our Galway Clients Say

Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what homeowners across Galway City & County say about our tree surgery team.

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Dermot Naughton
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We had multiple large trees removed due to Ash Dieback. Some were very hard to access and the Elm team had all the correct equipment to do the job safely. Very good crew of lads.
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emmanuel pican
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Very good service, the place was left spotless and the lads are very friendly and helpful. All done in time and good communication. Highly recommended.
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Ricardo Carrasqueira
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I am really pleased with your team, the service provided, and the great communication. Cutting the trees made a huge difference in the landscape around the house. I would like to thank you for the work done yesterday and for the team's professionalism. They have left everything so clean that no one could notice that 4 trees were cut. Definitely, I will be in touch with Elm Landscaping and tree surgery services if I need more work done in the future.
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Ian Lehane
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Mature ash tree crown reduction/ivy removal. Excellent service from Louis and all the team at Elm. Prompt and professional interaction from first contact until completion of the project. A very tidy job and would highly recommend.
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Brendan Flynn
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Excellent work, kept the area very tidy, explained the works very well. Would highly recommend.
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Clive Piggott
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Elm Tree Surgery are a well managed and Professional Organisation with excellent staff who get on with their tasks with no fuss or delays. A real pleasure to do business with them!
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Patrick Carr
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Excellent service. Call back very soon after making inquiry. Very punctual on scheduled day. Excellent job and competitive price. Would recommend without hesitation.
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Niall Harris
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All work done as quoted to a very high standard. Professional team and exceptionally tidy after completing the work. Thank you!
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paula mcgrogan
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Very professional and courteous. Compliant with safety regulations and quick response to amended instructions with removal of all garden waste.I would certainly recommend Elm for your tree surgery requirements.
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Michael Raftery
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Got three dead trees cut down and taken away for a fair price. Would use Elm again

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Tree Surgery FAQs

Everything you need to know about tree surgery in Galway. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.

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We carry out tree surgery across Galway City & County. Get in touch with your location and we’ll confirm availability and response time.

Most routine tree work doesn’t require permission, but trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order, or within a conservation area, may need approval from Galway City or County Council first. If you’re not sure, we’ll advise you on this during your free site visit.

Yes. We offer emergency callout for fallen, storm-damaged and dangerous trees across Galway. Our industry leading equipment and experienced crews mean we can usually respond quickly. Call us directly for urgent jobs.

Yes. We’re fully certified and insured, and our NPTC-certified arborists regularly carry out felling and pruning close to buildings, roads and overhead cables. We’re happy to provide insurance certificates on request.

Cost depends on the size of the tree, access to the site, and the type of work involved. We provide a free, no-obligation site visit and a clear, itemised quote before any work begins.

Yes. All timber, brash and debris is chipped and removed on the day, so your garden or site is left clean and tidy. We can also leave logs for firewood if you’d prefer to keep them.

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