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W Hartley Jnr Ltd arborist using a chainsaw while climbing a tree in Scotland
Central Scotland & The Borders

Scotland's trusted tree surgeons

Safe, skilled tree care from felling and pruning to hedges, stumps and storm-damaged emergencies. Fully insured, always tidy on site, and every quote is free.

Fully insured, domestic & commercial Skilled climbers, proper rigging 24/7 emergency call-outs

W Hartley Jnr Ltd is a fully insured team of tree surgeons working across Central Scotland, the Lothians and the Scottish Borders. Whether it's one overhanging branch or a large tree that needs to come down, we work safely, cleanly, and with real care for your property.

What We Do

Complete tree & hedge care

From routine pruning to full removals and emergency call-outs, we cover every kind of tree and hedge work. Not sure what your tree needs? Send us a photo and we'll advise, free of charge.

Tree Felling

Safe removal of trees of any size, including tight-access and sectional dismantling where space is limited.

Tree Pruning

Careful pruning and thinning to improve tree health, shape and light, to good arboricultural practice.

Crown Reduction

Reduce the height and spread of a tree while keeping its natural shape, ideal for light, clearance and safety.

Hedge Cutting

Trimming, shaping and reducing hedges of all heights, leaving clean lines and a tidy finish every time.

Stump Grinding

Grind out unwanted stumps below ground level to reclaim your space and prevent regrowth or trip hazards.

Emergency Tree Work

Rapid response for storm-damaged, unstable or fallen trees, making the site safe quickly and cleanly.

Two W Hartley Jnr Ltd arborists sectionally dismantling a conifer from a cherry picker
Why Choose Us

Safe, tidy, reliable, every time

Fully insured

Comprehensive cover on every job, whatever the size of the work.

Highly experienced team

Skilled, professional arborists working to recognised industry standards.

Domestic & commercial

From a single garden tree to large commercial grounds and estate work.

Safe working practices

Proper rigging, climbing and cutting techniques protect your property and our team.

Tidy & respectful

We clear away all waste and leave your garden clean and presentable.

Free, no-obligation quotes

Clear, honest pricing up front, with no pressure and no hidden extras.

About W Hartley Jnr Ltd

A family-run team you can rely on

W Hartley Jnr Ltd is a family-run tree surgery business working across Central Scotland, the Lothians and the Scottish Borders, from back gardens to commercial grounds and estates. We take pride in every job, big or small.

Every job is carried out by skilled climbers using proper rigging and cutting techniques, whether that's a single overhanging branch, a full felling job, or sectional dismantling in a tight, tricky space. Some trees need permission before they can be worked on, if a Tree Preservation Order or conservation area applies, and we can advise on that too.

Every quote is free and comes with honest, no-pressure advice, and we always clear the site properly before we leave.

100%
Fully insured jobs
24/7
Emergency call-outs
£0
Cost for a quote
3
Regions covered
Where We Work

Central Scotland, the Lothians & the Borders

We cover domestic gardens, commercial grounds and everything in between, right across the central belt and down into the Borders.

Not sure if we cover you?

Get in touch and we'll confirm quickly, plus give you a free, no-obligation quote.

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Central Scotland

  • Stirling
  • Falkirk
  • Lanark
  • Motherwell
  • Livingston

The Lothians

  • Edinburgh
  • West Lothian
  • Midlothian
  • East Lothian
  • Haddington

The Scottish Borders

  • Peebles
  • Galashiels
  • Melrose
  • Kelso
  • Duns
  • Coldstream
Common Questions

Tree surgery questions we're often asked

Yes, every job we do is covered by full insurance, whether it's a single garden tree or a large commercial site. We're happy to send proof of cover before any work starts.

Both. We take on everything from a single tree in a back garden to ongoing grounds contracts for commercial sites and estates, so no job is too small or too big to ask about.

Yes, clearing up is part of the job, not an extra. Branches, brash and chippings all go unless you'd like to keep the logs for firewood, in which case just let us know.

Yes, we offer emergency call-outs for unstable, storm-damaged or fallen trees. Get in touch and we'll talk through how quickly we can get to you.

Sometimes. Trees can be protected by a Tree Preservation Order or sit inside a conservation area. We can advise on this and help with the paperwork if it applies to you.

Always. We'll come out, take a proper look and give you a clear price with no pressure and no obligation to book.

Get In Touch

Request your free quote

Tell us about the tree or hedge work you need and we'll come back with clear, honest advice and a no-obligation quote.

Office (free)

0800 298 4228

Edinburgh

0131 278 0572

Registered office

5 South Charlotte Street, Edinburgh EH2 4AN

We'll come back to you as soon as we can.