As a certified arborist and arboriculture coordinator at Plumridge, I am often approached by homeowners in central Brussels and Walloon Brabant who are unsure whether they need tree pruning or tree felling. The decision is never trivial: it depends on…
Identifying the danger A tree threatening your house is the first concern homeowners have when they notice branches brushing against the roof or wall. As certified arborists, we first assess the source of the risk: roots cracking foundations, dead branches…
As an arborist based in Brussels and active across Walloon Brabant, I regularly meet homeowners wondering how to know if their tree needs to be felled. Whether the tree is threatening a building, its health is declining or simply as…
You have noticed a dangerous tree threatening your garden, terrace or street? What should you do? In Belgium, weather conditions (wind, frost, thunderstorms) and the types of trees found in the urban landscape (oak, maple, lime, sycamore…) can sometimes create…
Why prune urban trees? Tree pruning in urban areas is essential for the safety of residents and the long-term health of the trees themselves. In densely built neighbourhoods across Brussels and Walloon Brabant, well-maintained trees reduce the risk of falling…
