Who We Are
Nicholas HELLIS Arboricultural Consultants (NHAC) provide independent arboricultural advice, information and management services.
We are based in West Dorset and primarily cover the 7 counties of the South West.
Our combined knowledge and experience has been gained over 35 years of working for and with both the private and public sectors.
Our aim is to provide proactive solutions for all aspects of the plantings and maintenance of amenity trees.
NHAC expects all employees to apply the companys professional values in determining their actions and judgements and in framing their standards of professionalism.
Why Choose NHAC
Our aim is not only to meet the needs of our clients but to do so in a considered, courteous and professional manner.
Independence: We are an independent company dedicated to meeting the needs of our clients through the provision of our ‘in-house’ expertise and external consultants where appropriate.
Scale: We are a small company offering a personal service that is accountable and transparent.
Continuous Professional Development: We take pride in staying abreast of current research and applying the most up to date practices.
Consideration: We consider the short, medium and long term implications of our proposals, the benefits and the impact of those proposals and how best to mitigate our actions in favour of the environment.
Commitment: We are committed to achieving your objectives in the timescales required and within budget.
Experience: We have the experience and knowledge to deliver on our commitments.
What We Can Do For You
NHAC provide a comprehensive range of advice, information and management services, including;
Approved Suppliers: Provide a defendable system for the selection and supervision of Arboricultural suppliers.
Health and Safety: Advise on current Health and Safety legislation with implications for Arboriculture.
Trees and the Law: Advise on other legislation, in addition to H&S, with implications for Arboriculture.
Best Practice: Advics on current industry best practice based on British Standard recommendations, HSE guidelines and current legislation.
Written Contracts: Provide standard conditions of contract and specifications for tree works.
Contract Management: Supervise those standard conditions and specified tree works, in order to ensure the timely and appropriate completion of the contract.
Reports: Provide written condition reports for insurance, mortgage and other purposes.
Tree Surveys: Provide a defendable system of tree inspection for land owners, agents and tenants.
Tree Strategies: Identify the benefits and the formulation of a written policy for the short, medium and long term management of amenity trees.
Planting: Provide guidance with respect to the selection of size and species of tree, planting and staking techniques and aftercare requirements to ensure successful establishment.