An excellent all round experience. Laurence was professional and efficient, and gave useful advice prior to the job being carried out. I had two overbearing shrubs fully removed, and it’s like they never existed! Everything was cleared away. Would highly recommend.
Public evidence profile
Arb Contracts
Trust Score
30out of 100
30 out of 100, with a caution: only 4 reviews held yet. A small public record keeps the evidence thin, and the score reflects that.
- Rated 5.0 from 4 reviews
Newest review October 2024
Worth checking: Arboricultural Association (ARB Approved Contractor)
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volumeLow · 4
Independent sources1 independent public source
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say20.5 of 60
Independent checks7 of 30
Track record2.5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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Reviews · public evidence
What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade4 reviews · 5.0 avg
Detailed reviews
Very good clear advice on what needed doing prior to commencing. The work was carried out well, and the cleanup, which is as important, was also very good. Laurence is a pleasant, professional, hardworking individual and we will certainly be using his company for more regular work. The quote for the work was clear and detailed , with reasonable competitive costings.
Arrived 8am and got to work straight away. Discussed with me prior exactly what I wanted the avenue of beeches to look like after the reduction. Explained the job in a clear way that gave me confidence in them as I haven’t had a tree surgeons work on these trees before. I was so so impressed with the finished result. Would definitely recommend Arb Contracts. Super friendly, professional team.
Local context
Rated 5.0, in line with the local average for tree surgeons / arborists in Colchester
Across 8 tree surgeons / arborists in Colchester, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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Services they list
Crown ReductionCrown ThinningStump GrindingTree FellingTree Pruning
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Areas served
ColchesterEssex
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Tree work is dangerous and unregulated - anyone can call themselves a tree surgeon. Arboricultural Association ARB Approved Contractors are independently assessed for the quality of their tree work, their qualifications, their insurance and their health & safety, and are re-assessed regularly. Check they're listed before work starts near your home or power lines.
Check the ARB Approved Contractor directoryPublic-liability cover for tree work is commonly £2–5m. Anything much lower is worth questioning on a big job.
Check they carry public-liability insurance and ask to SEE the certificate. Tree work is high-risk and damage to your property, a neighbour's, or a person is expensive to put right.
Before any felling or heavy pruning, check whether the tree is protected (a preservation order, a conservation area, or active bird nesting), because YOU, the homeowner, can be fined for unauthorised work, not just the contractor.
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Common questions about Arb Contracts
Is Arb Contracts a legitimate business?
Arb Contracts has 4 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Arb Contracts?
Arb Contracts has 4 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
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What does Arb Contracts specialise in?
Arb Contracts lists specialist services including Crown Reduction, Crown Thinning, Stump Grinding, Tree Felling, Tree Pruning. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.