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GTF Tree Care

9.87/10

Harlow

Checkatrade member since July 2014
10

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We guarantee the work for up to £1,000 for 12 months. T&Cs apply

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Services

  • Crown Reduction
  • Crown Thinning
  • Tree Felling
  • Stump Grinding
  • Tree Pruning
  • Emergency Tree Surgeon Service
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9.87 /10

Based on 15 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.87

Reliability

9.87

Communication

9.87

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Customers consistently praise this company for being professional, punctual, and efficient, delivering high-quality work at a fair price. Reviewers frequently mention how thoroughly the team cleans up afterwards, with many becoming repeat clients.

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Reviews (497)

  • 10

    Excellent company

    Posted 06 April

    This is the third time we have called on James’ expertise. This time, one element of the work was a bit tricky with a tree very close to an old brick wall. James and his team took the tree down to our requested height with no problems even managing a fairly busy road with ease. James always delivers: he turns up when he says he is going to; does the job efficiently and professionally and is very personable- ditto his team. I would highly recommend them.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CM17
  • 10

    Extremely happy with GTF Tree Care.

    Posted 19 February

    So pleased With GTF Tree Care, very professional, polite and friendly and most of all did an amazing job cutting our tree back. Would definitely recommend and use again!
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CM16
  • Margaret L
    10

    Tree felling, stump removal and top thinning

    Posted 29 January

    Did a great job. Arrived on time, did the job efficiently and cleaned up afterwards. Fair price and really pleasant people to deal with. Have used them before and will do in the future.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: IG4
  • 10

    Best team of tree surgeons

    Posted 24 January

    Very professional, reliable
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: IG8
  • 10

    Pollarding / pruning

    Posted 20 January

    James and team arrived on time and did a tidy job pollarding / pruning trees in our garden. Excellent all round.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: E4
  • Kevin P
    10

    Felling three trees - Ash, Cherry and Eucalyptus.

    Posted 29 October 2025

    Experienced professional who provided competitive price when visiting to assess required job. Arrived promptly on agreed date and dealt with the 3 trees that we wanted removing. Carried out all work and removal of waste safely, avoiding any damage to adjacent fencing and garden fixtures. Thoroughly recommend
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: E4

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Company Info

Owner

Mr James French

Ltd Company

12 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

Yes: GB456371381

Domestic WorkCommercial WorkFree EstimatesInsurance Work Undertaken24 Hour Call-out

Here at GTF Tree care we have a real passion for trees.

Since 1991, we've been providing Essex, Herts & East London with the highest quality tree surgery services.

We carry out all aspects of tree surgery

  • felling
  • crown reduction
  • pollarding
  • tree planting
  • stump removal
  • and hedge trimming.

We work in both the domestic and commercial field offering a professional reliable service, value for money and attention to detail.

WE AIM TO BEAT ANY LIKE FOR LIKE WRITTEN QUOTE WHERE POSSIBLE.

All our work is carried out to BS3998.

We offer written itemised quotes and the price we quote is the price you pay.

We never sub contract our work, if you book your job with us, it will be me and my team that carry out the work.


We are NPTC qualified and LOCAL AUTHORITY APPROVED.

We offer a genuine 24hr emergency service.

You will find our qualified staff hard working, courteous and respectful of your property at all times.

Our aim is to carry out your tree work in the safest, most efficient and cost-effective way whilst protecting your property, outbuildings and gardens.

All tree waste is removed and recycled leaving the site clean and safe.

Please view our website for more information on the services we offer and read our testimonials from many of our satisfied customers.

Accreditations and awards

NPTC - Tree Surgery CS39
NPTC - Tree Surgery CS39
Safe Contractor Approved
Safe Contractor Approved

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Member since July 2014

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