Hedge Cutting & Maintenance in Galway

Hedge trimming, height reduction and overgrown boundary clearance for homes, estates and businesses across Galway.

  • Tree Surgeons Since 2008 Trusted across Galway & the West of Ireland
  • NPTC & City & Guilds Certified Arb Association professional member
  • Fully Certified & Insured Insurance certificates available on request
  • Emergency Callout Available Industry leading equipment and experienced crews

Neat Hedges, All Year Round

From a garden privet hedge to long roadside boundaries and tall leylandii, we trim, shape and reduce hedges of every size. Regular cutting keeps hedges dense and healthy; neglected hedges can be brought back under control with a reduction in height and width.

We work around the Wildlife Act, which restricts the cutting of hedgerows during the bird nesting season (1 March to 31 August), and we'll advise on what can and can't be done at different times of year.

All cuttings are cleared away and chipped, so there's nothing left for you to deal with afterwards.

What’s included

  • Hedge trimming and shaping
  • Height and width reduction
  • Overgrown and leylandii hedge reduction
  • Roadside and boundary hedges
  • Hedge removal and replanting advice
  • All cuttings cleared and removed
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One-Off Cuts or Regular Visits

Book a one-off cut to tidy things up, or let us look after your hedges with scheduled visits through the year, so they always look their best.

  • Domestic and commercial clients
  • Housing estates and management companies
  • Scheduled maintenance visits
  • Tall hedges cut from platforms
  • Wildlife Act compliant
  • Fully insured
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Our Simple Tree Surgery Process

From your first call to a clean, tidy site, we make tree work straightforward and stress-free.

Enquiry & Photos

Tell us about the tree, send a photo if you can, and let us know if it’s urgent. We’ll call you back fast.

Site Visit & Risk Assessment

One of our certified arborists visits your site in Galway to assess the tree and plan the safest approach.

Free, Transparent Quote

We provide a clear, itemised quote for the work. No hidden costs, no obligation to proceed.

Tree Work Carried Out

Felling, pruning, crown reduction or stump grinding, carried out safely with industry leading equipment and experienced crews.

Clean-Up & Waste Removal

All timber, brash and debris chipped and cleared the same day, leaving your site tidy and safe.

What Our Galway Clients Say

Real reviews from homeowners and businesses across Galway City & County.

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Dermot Naughton
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We had multiple large trees removed due to Ash Dieback. Some were very hard to access and the Elm team had all the correct equipment to do the job safely. Very good crew of lads.
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emmanuel pican
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Very good service, the place was left spotless and the lads are very friendly and helpful. All done in time and good communication. Highly recommended.
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I am really pleased with your team, the service provided, and the great communication. Cutting the trees made a huge difference in the landscape around the house. I would like to thank you for the work done yesterday and for the team's professionalism. They have left everything so clean that no one could notice that 4 trees were cut. Definitely, I will be in touch with Elm Landscaping and tree surgery services if I need more work done in the future.
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Ian Lehane
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Mature ash tree crown reduction/ivy removal. Excellent service from Louis and all the team at Elm. Prompt and professional interaction from first contact until completion of the project. A very tidy job and would highly recommend.
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Brendan Flynn
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Excellent work, kept the area very tidy, explained the works very well. Would highly recommend.
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Clive Piggott
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Elm Tree Surgery are a well managed and Professional Organisation with excellent staff who get on with their tasks with no fuss or delays. A real pleasure to do business with them!
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Patrick Carr
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Excellent service. Call back very soon after making inquiry. Very punctual on scheduled day. Excellent job and competitive price. Would recommend without hesitation.
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Niall Harris
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All work done as quoted to a very high standard. Professional team and exceptionally tidy after completing the work. Thank you!
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paula mcgrogan
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Very professional and courteous. Compliant with safety regulations and quick response to amended instructions with removal of all garden waste.I would certainly recommend Elm for your tree surgery requirements.
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Got three dead trees cut down and taken away for a fair price. Would use Elm again

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Hedge Cutting & Maintenance FAQs

Common questions about hedge cutting & maintenance in Galway. Can’t see your question? Just ask.

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Under the Wildlife Act, hedgerows shouldn’t be cut between 1 March and 31 August to protect nesting birds, with limited exemptions such as for road safety. Light trimming of garden hedges may still be possible — we’ll advise what’s appropriate for your hedge.

Yes. We regularly reduce overgrown leylandii and other tall hedges, using platforms where needed. Note that leylandii doesn’t regrow from old brown wood, so we’ll explain how much can be taken off while keeping it green.

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