Crown Reduction in North Wales
At Elwy Valley, we provide crown reduction services across North Wales, helping landowners, homeowners, and organisations maintain healthy, safe, and attractive trees. Crown reduction is one of the most effective ways to manage the size of a tree without compromising its health or appearance.
If you’re looking for crown reduction services in North Wales and the surrounding areas, contact our friendly team today on 01745 770668; alternatively, you can send us an email at elwyvalleytreeservices@gmail.com, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Crown reduction is the process of carefully pruning a tree’s branches back to suitable growth points in order to reduce its overall height and spread. On average, removing 1.5–2.5 metres from the canopy achieves the best long-term results.
While it can be tempting to take more, our professional advice is that less is more, smaller reductions ensure the tree stays strong, healthy, and visually appealing for years to come.
What is Crown Reduction?
Why Choose Crown Reduction?
A well-planned crown reduction offers several important benefits:
Improves tree health – Prevents stress and reduces the risk of weak regrowth.
Adds amenity value – Enhances the shape and appearance of the tree.
Slows regrowth – Extends the time before further work is required.
Protects longevity – Avoids the problems caused by heavy or harsh reductions.
By contrast, severe pruning often forces a tree into producing dense epicormic growth, which creates weak points and long-term structural issues. Our team ensures every cut is made with the future health of your tree in mind.
Crown Lifting and High Pruning in North Wales
In some cases, crown lifting, removing the lower branches of the canopy, can be a more effective option than reduction. This technique increases light levels beneath the tree, opens up garden views, and allows more sunlight to reach lawns, plants, and outdoor spaces.
It’s often a cost-effective alternative that can transform the look and feel of your property while retaining the full character of the tree.
