As the vibrant greens of summer begin to mellow into auburns, golds, and russets, autumn brings a quiet but powerful transformation to our landscapes.

Leaves fall, branches thin, and the first hints of winter’s wind move through the trees. It’s in this transitional season that tree owners have a unique opportunity: to assess, protect, and plan for the health and safety of their trees.

At Tom Francis Tree Services, we believe autumn is one of the best times of year to carry out a professional tree survey. As the leafy canopy thins, it becomes easier to inspect branch unions, detect signs of decay or internal weakness, and spot wildlife habitats before they are disturbed. A thorough autumn survey gives you a baseline going into winter and spring, helping to prevent storm damage, ensure compliance, and safeguard both people and property.

Why Autumn? The Seasonal Advantages

1. Better Visibility
   With fewer leaves in the canopy, arborists can more easily survey the inner structure of limbs, inspect for cavities or cracks, and check branch unions. Foliage can sometimes hide defects during summer inspections; in fall, these become more obvious.

2. Pre-Winter Precautions
   Autumn is the calm before the harsher weather. If a tree is weakened, diseased, or showing signs of structural stress, identifying such issues before winter storms can make all the difference — reducing the risk of falling branches or full collapse.

3. Planning for Next Year
   A survey in autumn gives you time to plan remedial works (pruning, bracing, selective removal) ahead of spring growth. Those works can often be scheduled more efficiently in the quieter months, avoiding disturbance during bird nesting season.

4. Wildlife & Compliance
   Many wildlife species (birds, bats, insects) inhabit mature trees. An autumn survey can help detect roosts or nesting cavities, ensuring that any work you carry out is compliant with wildlife protection laws. Tom Francis Tree Services is experienced in bat awareness and habitat considerations.

What a Tom Francis Tree Survey Includes

When you book a tree survey today with Tom Francis Tree Services, our qualified team will carry out a comprehensive inspection of your trees, covering:

• Tree identification, size, age, and class: Understanding the species and growth patterns helps in making intelligent maintenance plans.

• Health analysis: We look for signs of pest, disease, decay, fungal infection, or structural weakness.

• Ground-level and aerial inspections: If needed, we use tools such as the Resistograph or sonic tomograph to detect internal decay.

• On-site protection assessment: We check for external stresses such as soil compaction, root zone interference, or proximity to structures.

• Clear recommendations: Your survey will include a written report with risk ratings, suggested works (pruning, bracing, removal), and options for ongoing monitoring.

This level of detailed insight is invaluable, whether you’re managing a residential garden, commercial grounds, or a public space.

Seasonal Offerings & Advantages

To encourage smart tree care during this transitional season, we’re offering:

• Autumn Special Discount — Book a tree survey before [insert end-date, e.g. 31st November] and receive a 10 % discount on the survey fee.

• Bundle offer — Combine a survey with any necessary follow-up work (pruning, removal, bracing, etc.) at preferential package pricing.

• Priority scheduling — Survey clients in the autumn window get priority slots for remedial work before the winter wind season.

These seasonal offers help make proactive tree management more cost-effective and timely.

How to Get Started

If you’re ready to take advantage of autumn’s window, simply book a tree survey. You can also get in touch via our contact page for a bespoke quote or to discuss your site.

Alternatively, click through to our homepage to explore our full range of tree services and see testimonials, gallery work, and full service descriptions.

Don’t wait until a branch failure forces your hand — autumn is your chance to act ahead of winter storms. A timely tree survey from Tom Francis Tree Services helps you stay legally and environmentally responsible, protect people and property, and plan smartly for next year’s growth.

Book your survey today, take advantage of our autumn special offerings, and let us help you nurture the trees that enrich your site — safely, sustainably, and with peace of mind.