Client Overview Tree root stability testing was carried out for a property developer on a live construction site in Ireland. The client requested our support after significant groundworks had taken place near three mature trees. Although the trees appeared healthy, there were serious concerns about structural stability due to 40% root loss. The area was […]
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Understanding Our Role in Keeping Trees (and You) Safe It’s one of the first questions we’re asked at Holly Arboriculture: “So, what does an arborist actually do?” It always makes us smile because most people think a qualified arborist just cuts trees down or trims hedges. But ask any professional in our field, and you’ll […]
Client Overview Cork City Council’s Parks & Recreation Department plays a vital role in managing Cork’s urban trees, parks, and green spaces. Their dedicated team works year-round to protect mature trees that contribute to the city’s character and biodiversity, while also ensuring public safety and responsible risk management. Urban trees bring huge value, providing shade, […]
Understanding hidden decay and how non-invasive tools can detect it before failure occurs. Why Tree Decay Deserves Attention Tree decay is one of the leading causes of tree failure and often, it goes unnoticed until it’s too late. Trees can look perfectly healthy on the outside while breaking down from within. Following on from our […]
Tree risk management is about more than just reacting to storm damage—it’s about understanding what’s happening inside your trees before problems appear. How decay hidden inside trees can lead to costly damage—and what can be done to prevent it. Following on from our recent blog, “Why Tree Safety Matters,” we now ask the next big […]