Testing with the Sonic Tomograph for tree decay

Testing for tree decay using a Sonic Tomograph

RGS is a dedicated arboricultural practice with a long history of involvement in both arboriculture and horticulture. We operate throughout the UK from our main office in the East Midlands.

We provide tree related services to a wide range of clients including developers and architects, estate managers, schools and colleges, local authorities and private home owners.

25 years of tree inspection-RGS tree inspection symbol

Our aims and objectives

To promote the virtues and advantages of trees within the urban and rural landscape
To maintain a pragmatic approach to what is realistic and practicable in respect of tree retention in the context of new development
To consistently supply a service that is prompt and efficient, reliable and cost effective

Tree knowledge training courses by RGS Tree Services

Valuing and Managing Veteran Trees a one day course

Tree surveying & management for large estates

Tree survey and inspection - digital mapping using GPS equipment

To ensure that trees are managed in such a way that balances public safety with amenity and conservation of habitats
To provide training opportunities to arboriculture students through our relationship with a leading university college where Robert Yates has previously had a role as a part time lecturer

To raise awareness of the unique role that veteran trees play in the ecosystem, and the historic and cultural value that they represent

Historical site surveys of trees undertaken

Historic site surveys - See case study 1

Ecological and arboricultural surveys undertaken

Tree Risk Assessment on sites of high public presence

Arboricultural Information

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Arboricultural Consultants & Tree Surveyors

Specialist Arboricultural Services since 1986

Our aims and objectives

Arboricultural Information