Skip to main content
Strathmore Gardening Services home

Hedge trimming and tree work in Falkirk

Overgrown hedges cut back and shaped, trees pruned or reduced, and old stumps removed, across Falkirk, Stirling and the towns around them. Duncan and the team take every cutting away with them, so all you are left with is a tidy garden.

5.0 from 4 Google reviews

Hedge trimmer cutting along the side of a green hedge

What's included

  • Hedge trimming

    Hedges cut back to a clean, even shape on the top and sides.

  • Height reduction

    Tall hedges brought down to a more manageable height.

  • Tree pruning

    Overhanging or crossing branches cut back to let light in.

  • Tree reduction

    Trees that have got too big for the garden reduced in size.

  • Stump removal

    Leftover stumps cut down and cleared.

  • Cuttings taken away

    Every branch and hedge cutting cleared before we leave.

Hedge trimming in Falkirk and Stirling

A hedge that has been left for a season or two can quickly take over a garden. It blocks light, crowds paths and pavements, and makes the whole property look untidy. Our hedge trimming service gets it back into shape.

We cut the top and sides to a clean, even line, tidy the base and clear every cutting away. Recent jobs include a hedge transformation in Menstrie and hedge cutting in Carronshore, both left neatly shaped and completely cleared up.

Cutting back tall and overgrown hedges

Conifer and leylandii hedges grow fast and can get very tall. If yours has got out of hand, we can bring down the height and cut back the sides so it is easier to look after from then on.

Some very overgrown hedges are best reduced in stages rather than all at once, so they recover well and stay green. Duncan will look at the hedge and tell you what will work best before any cutting starts.

Tree pruning and reduction

Trees that have outgrown the garden can block light, hang over roofs or neighbours’ gardens, and drop branches in strong winds. We prune back overhanging and crossing branches and reduce trees that have simply got too big.

A recent job in Bonnybridge was a big tree reduction and tidy-up, with the trees cut back and the whole garden left neat afterwards. We also did tree pruning alongside the hedge cutting in Carronshore.

Stump removal

Once a tree has been taken down, the stump is often left behind. We cut stumps down low and clear the area, so the space can be used again for lawn, borders or paving.

Hedges, trees and nesting birds

All wild birds’ nests are protected by law in Scotland while they are being built or in use. NatureScot advises checking for nests before any major garden work, and the risk is highest through spring and summer. If an active nest is found, that part of the hedge or tree should be left until the young birds have gone, so it is worth planning big cuts for late summer or autumn.

Hedge and tree work across the area

We are based in Camelon and cover Falkirk, Larbert, Stenhousemuir, Grangemouth, Bo’ness, Bonnybridge, Denny and Polmont, as well as Stirling, Bridge of Allan, Alloa and Menstrie.

If your garden needs regular upkeep as well, see our garden maintenance service. Or get in touch for a free quote.

  • Tall, neatly clipped hedge running alongside a pavement
    A tidy hedge makes the whole property look cared for
  • Chainsaw cutting through a small tree branch
    Branches cut back and cleared

How it works

  1. 1

    Get in touch

    Give Duncan a call or send the form with a few details about what needs doing.

  2. 2

    Free quote

    We have a look at the job and give you a clear price before any work starts. No obligation.

  3. 3

    Job done, mess gone

    The work gets done properly and the cuttings and rubbish go with us, so you are left with a tidy garden.

Hedge trimming & tree work questions

When is the best time to cut a hedge?
Late summer and autumn are usually best for a proper cut, once the main bird nesting season has passed. Light trims can be done at other times of year, but any hedge cut in spring or summer should be checked for active nests first.
Can you make a tall hedge shorter?
Yes. Tall hedges, including conifers and leylandii, can be reduced in height and cut back at the sides. Very overgrown hedges are sometimes best reduced in stages so they recover well. Duncan will talk you through the options when he sees it.
Do you take the cuttings away?
Yes. All hedge cuttings, branches and green waste are cleared and taken away with us on every job, so you are not left with a pile of cuttings or bags to get rid of.
Are you tree surgeons?
No. We do hedge trimming, tree pruning, tree reduction and stump removal for domestic gardens. Very large trees or specialist felling need a qualified tree surgeon, and Duncan will tell you straight away if your job falls into that category.

Need a hand with your garden?

Call Duncan or send a few details and we'll get back to you with a free quote.