Welcome to Axe Man Arb

We can help you with all your tree care and arboricultural services in Dorset, no matter how big or small.

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About Us

Founded in 2020 by Sam Knight, Axe Man Arb is a trusted name in professional tree surgery and arboriculture services. With over 15 years of hands-on experience in the field, Sam brings a deep understanding of tree care, safety, and environmental stewardship to every project.

At Axe Man Arb, we are committed to delivering expert solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client. From precise tree pruning and safe removals to comprehensive woodland management, we prioritise quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Let us help you maintain the beauty, health, and safety of your outdoor spaces.

What we do

Our Services

Crown Lifting

Have you got a garden in the shade or branches restricting access under the tree? Crown lifting is a tree pruning technique in which the lower branches of a tree are selectively removed or shortened to increase the vertical clearance between...

Crown Reduction

Have you got a tree that you love but is getting a bit out of hand? Crown reduction is a tree pruning technique used to decrease the overall size of the tree’s canopy. It involves the careful removal of the outer branches to reduce the tree’s...

Dead Tree Removal

Have you got a dead tree on your property? We carry out dead tree removal. We will assesses the location, tree size, and surrounding hazards to create a safe removal plan. Dead trees pose unique challenges due to their weakened...

Deadwooding

Have you got a tree with dead branches? Deadwooding refers to the process of removing dead branches from trees. This tree maintenance technique enhances the tree’s appearance, reduces the risk of falling branches, and improves safety...

Firewood

Need well-seasoned firewood for a fireplace, wood stove, outdoor fire pits or even a wood fired sauna? The logs we source for firewood are trees we have felled ourselves, which is a very economical way of recycling waste wood. We split...

Hedge Services

Do you have an unruley hedge or just want keep on top of maintenance? Our hedge cutting service provides expert care for both large and small hedges, tailored to meet the needs of every garden or customer. We handle everything from...

Log Splitting

Have you had a tree fall in a storm or that has previously been felled and want to make use of the logs, turning them into usable firewoood? Save your back aching from manually splitting the logs yourself and make use of our log splitting service...

Pollarding

Have you got a tree that you want to manage the size of? Pollarding is a tree management technique where the upper branches of a tree are regularly pruned back to a specific height, encouraging the growth of a dense head of new shoots...

Section Felling

Have you got a tree in a tight or awkward space? Section felling is a tree removal technique where a tree is cut down in sections, rather than felled in one single cut at the base. This method is commonly used in confined spaces or areas where there...

Storm Damage

Do you have a tree damaged in a storm or strong winds? Have you noticed a snapped or hanging branch? We carry out storm damage works to your trees to make them safe and, if necessary, remove them completely.

Stump Grinding

Have you got a tree stump in an annoying place? Stump grinding is the process of removing a tree stump by using a specialized machine called a stump grinder. The machine has a rotating cutting wheel that grinds the stump and roots...

Tree Felling

Do you need a tree removed which can be felled in one go? Tree felling is a method of tree removal where the entire tree is cut down in one piece, allowing it to fall in a controlled direction. It is typically used when there is sufficient space around the...

Woodland Management

Have you got a woodland requiring maintenance? Woodland management is the planning and implementation of practices aimed at maintaining and enhancing the health, biodiversity...

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