Our story
The team the area trusts its trees to.
Franks Forestry has been caring for the trees of Harpenden and Hertfordshire since 1992. Today it's Jon and his team — fully qualified, fully insured tree surgeons who take real pride in getting the work right and leaving every site immaculate.
We're an ARB Approved Contractor, approved by the Arboricultural Association since 2012 and audited every two years, and we carry out all our work in line with British Standard 3998:2010. We're CHAS accredited, TrustMark registered, ISA members, and an Accredited Supplier to both Harpenden Town Council and St Albans District Council.
The work covers everything a tree needs: crown thinning and reductions, dead-wooding, conifer and hedge pruning, ornamental pruning, planting, stump removal, tree reports and surveys, routine and woodland management, and 24-hour emergency call-out. What clients mention most isn't just the work — it's the speed, the friendliness, and the spotless finish. That's why 268 of them have left five stars.
5★
Since 1992
ARB
Accredited & approved
Fully qualified and insured · audited by the Arboricultural Association every two years.
Where we work
Harpenden based, across Hertfordshire.
We're based in Harpenden and work throughout the surrounding towns and villages — St Albans, Wheathampstead, Redbourn, Kimpton and beyond. As an Accredited Supplier to both Harpenden Town Council and St Albans District Council, we're the local team trusted with the area's trees.
What clients say
Every star earned on the job.
“I've used Franks Forestry multiple times over the almost 20 years I've lived here, and they never disappoint. I was amazed at the speed and efficiency of the team—they managed the entire job in just one morning.”
“The team were very friendly, professional, efficient and careful, leaving the garden very clean and tidy. We will be using their services again and thoroughly recommend them.”
“They managed to remove a tree that had fallen across our roof without causing any damage. Worked really quickly and left everything immaculate. Very reasonable price and a quick response to an urgent job.”
“I was blown away at how efficient and friendly the guys were. I'm also delighted that they have left my garden absolutely spotless! Not a leaf or stick in sight!”