Client Overview During Storm Amy, Holly Arboriculture was commissioned to carry out a root stability testing on a mature Austrian pine (Pinus nigra) in Galway.The tree, an established feature, had shown signs of root disturbance following recent footpath construction. Given the exposed, coastal setting and the arrival of the storm, a DynaRoot stability test was […]
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 […]
What is a Project Arborist? When it comes to development projects, trees are often seen as obstacles rather than assets. Yet, retaining healthy, mature trees can add significant value to a site. The challenge lies in protecting them during construction. This is where a Project Arborist comes in. A Project Arborist is not just the […]
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, […]
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 […]
Lessons learned from storm-damaged trees and how proactive planning can protect your estate, hotel grounds, or parkland. The importance of tree safety. Ireland’s storm season has been more intense than usual this year, with nine named storms already recorded in 2023/24 (storm season in Ireland starts September to the end of August each year). Storm […]
