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Large Fir Tree rotting

veremitchveremitch Posts: 3
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I have 2 large fir trees, roughly about a hundred years old, 70-80 ft high. Sadly one has been rotting for several years and leaning slightly. I am reluctant to cut it down, but will have to do so if there is a danger of it falling. Is there any way of telling how far the rot has gone? I will be grateful for any advice.

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  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 12,585
    *Bump*  :)
  • B3B3 Posts: 27,505
    I know nothing about fir trees but, if it's leaning, I think you have your answer😕
    In London. Keen but lazy.
  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    I wouldn't leave it there if it's that age and size.... and rotting.... :#
    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
  • Lizzie27Lizzie27 Posts: 12,494
    Nor me, what would it hit if it fell? I would have both trees felled at the same time if they are both the same age and height. You will probably have to brace yourself for a very unwelcome large bill, I'm afraid.
    North East Somerset - Clay soil over limestone
  • Pauline 7Pauline 7 Posts: 2,246
    Have you any idea how large a bill,  roughly.  We have a conifer in our garden that we are considering having removed.  Just have to get permission from landlords  (housing association), and probably take out a mortgage LOL. 
    West Yorkshire
  • veremitchveremitch Posts: 3
    Thanks for the advice everyone, I think its time to get it down.
  • greenlovegreenlove Posts: 164
    Pauline 7 said:
    Have you any idea how large a bill,  roughly.  We have a conifer in our garden that we are considering having removed.  Just have to get permission from landlords  (housing association), and probably take out a mortgage LOL. 

    Tree surgeons do charge a fair amount but that can be offset by keeping the wood and selling it off as firewood. You would get a fair amount of cash for that. Don't let the tree surgeons take the wood away and double their money. ;)
  • Mike AllenMike Allen Posts: 208
    In respect of the rotting tree.  As sad as it is, if you love trees.  It needs to come down.If I may.  If it's upto YOU to foot the bill.  Please consider.  The compared cost, should a strong wind, (and many of our winds are getting stronger) bring it down. If the tree is your responsibility, you will have to pay for the removal, plus compensation for damage to third party properties and dare I mention.  Ones conscience if anyone is injured or loses their life.  Please check thoroughly your property insurance etc.  If your property is rented.  Please see my reply to Pauline.  It sounds that you rent your property.  I gather this from you mentioning, having to consult your landlord.  You will find that the landlord/property owner also owns what is in the garden.  DON'T mention, you getting the job done and having to pay.  It is the owners responsibility.  KEEP copies of all correspondence.  If the going gets tough.  Contact your local council.
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