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A1 Tree Services

9.96/10

Aberdare, Rhondda Cynon Taf

Checkatrade member since February 2023

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Services

  • Crown Reduction
  • Crown Thinning
  • Stump Grinding
  • Tree Felling
  • Tree Pruning
  • Emergency Tree Surgeon Service

Customer Reviews

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9.96 /10

Based on 24 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.96

Reliability

10

Communication

9.92

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently describe this service as professional, reliable, and efficient, praising the high quality of work and fair pricing. Reviewers frequently highlight the team's friendly attitude and how they leave the area clean and tidy upon completion.

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Reviews (104)

  • 10

    Excellent

    Posted 14 March

    Very reliable answered all contacts promptly, kept to his quote and did an excellent job, and also bit extra for no extra charge. Would defiantly recommend Craig.
    Job location: CF82
  • Marcus H
    10

    Brilliant job on trimming very large trees

    Posted 03 March

    Had a large amount of very big Fir trees trimmed up. A1 did a fantastic job and the trees look amazing. Both was very professional and nice. Went above and beyond agreed works. Very pleased with them. I would highly recommend them to everyone. 10/10 my uploaded pic does not do justice to how well they are trimmed. Absolute brilliant so thanks again A1 🙌 Great job. Would definitely be using you again.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NP26
  • paul v
    10

    very professional

    Posted 20 February

    i must say Craig was very professional, done a great job at a great price, i would recommend craig and A1 Tree services thanks Craig
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CF64
  • Andrew M
    10

    Highly Recommended

    Posted 13 January

    We have a willow tree that was in real need of a trim. Craig responded to the job really quickly. I explained over the phone initially what was needed and he booked to come a view the tree. We discussed an acceptable price and booked him in. The tree was trimmed today and I am really happy with the way the tree now looks. Craig and his sister worked hard and left the garden and driveway really tidy. Highly recommended and we will book his services again when the trees need work.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SA10

    Response from A1 Tree Services

    Was a pleasure doing business with you andrew. Real gentleman and made us feel welcome. Wish you all the best for the year and hopefully our paths will cross in the future. Thanks craig

  • Merion E
    10

    Tree removal

    Posted 12 January

    The tree was cut down and everything was taken away . I was very pleased with the service.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CF23

    Response from A1 Tree Services

    Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure 🙏

  • Kath R
    10

    Pruning trees

    Posted 01 November 2025

    This is the third time we ve used Craig A1 tree services and can highly recommend him. He is reliable and does exactly what you ask him. Will certainly use him again.
    Job location: NP4

    Response from A1 Tree Services

    Thanks you 🙏

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Craig Smith

Sole Trader

3 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

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Professional Tree Services

We carry out arboriculture work in Domestic gardens all over South Wales, providing tree care for a wide range of needs. Whether you need trees removed, deadwood removed, hedges trimmed or stumps grinded we have the solution for your garden requirements


Our Domestic Services


We are a well-respected, hard-working team of qualified tree-surgeons based in south Wales. We cater for a wide range of mainstream and specialist arboricultural work for our domestic clients


Why Choose Us?


Tree Surgeons play an important role in the care and protection of trees. Choosing the right one is important as trees can become an annoyance and possibly dangerous if left unattended. We maintain trees to provide the gratification they should give to their owner.


1


Fully Insured & Qualified Team

Our friendly team are City & Guilds NPTC Qualified offering a wide selection of services


2


Quality Work at a Fair Price

We provide a professional service for a fair price. Get in touch for a free no-obligation quote.


3


£1,000,000 Public Liability Insured

Our Public Liability Insurance covers up to £1,000,000 giving you peace of mind during all of our work



Accreditations and awards

NPTC - Tree Surgery CS39
NPTC - Tree Surgery CS39

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