Hedges & boundaries
Whether you want a neater hedge, a lower one or a new fence, we can help.
County Durham & the North East
Hedge cutting, tree surgery and garden work in County Durham
We cut and reduce hedges, carry out tree surgery and take on one-off garden jobs. Clear quotes and tidy work.
Send photos on WhatsApp- NPTC qualified Trained and certified
- Fully insured Covered on every job
- Free in-person quotesFree quotes No obligation
- Waste removal Can be included in your quote
Before and after
The same hedge, before and after
We trimmed the top and sides of this hedge back into a neater, more even shape. Move the slider to see the difference.
See this hedge projectBeforeAfter
Matching before and after views of the same garden boundary above stone borders. Before cutting, fresh growth stands above the hedge and projects from its face; after cutting, the top and face have a cleaner, more even line.
What we do
The right service for the job
We handle hedge cutting and reductions, tree work, garden clearances, fencing and more. Not sure which service you need? Just tell us about the job.
Trees & stumps
We can prune, reduce or remove trees, and discuss stump grinding if needed.
Garden clearances & more
Clear the overgrowth, clean the paving or get ready for a new lawn.
Quickest way to a quote
Not sure what you need? Send us a photo.
A photo of the hedge or tree with the house in shot tells us most of what we need. We reply between 8am and 8pm.
Try it on a drawing
See your options before we visit
Not sure what to ask for? Try the options on a drawing first. It helps you tell us what you want, and we’ll check what suits your garden when we look at the job.
Tree workReduce, thin, lift or clear a roof: see what each one does to the same tree.Try the tree drawing 
Hedge workTrim, lower, cut back or reshape an overgrown hedge, and see the difference.Try the hedge drawing 
Fence stylesChoose closeboard, panels or spaced boards, the posts and the height, and see it drawn.Try the fence chooser
Hedge cuttingWhy Sharp Hedges
You deal directly with the person doing the work
We’ll take a proper look, explain what’s practical and give you a quote. We’ll discuss access, care around your garden and any green-waste removal before work starts.
Recent jobs
Take a look at our work
Garden clearanceFerryhillHedge-side clearance in FerryhillSee this job 
Tree workNorton, Stockton-on-TeesAn olive tree trimmed and shaped in NortonSee this job 
FencingGreat Lumley, Chester-le-StreetNew timber fencing in Great LumleySee this job 
Tree workDurhamA conifer reduced while retaining privacySee this job 
Garden clearanceNewton AycliffeGarden route clearance in Newton AycliffeSee this job 
Hedge workCrookOvergrown golden conifer hedge cut back on a bank in CrookSee this job
On the job
Watch the work
Two short clips from real jobs: a big tree taken down to its main stem, and a tall conifer hedge cut to a straight face. Tap to play. No sound.
Tree work · Time-lapse
A large tree taken back to its main stem
A climber works through the crown while the branches go straight into the chipper.
Tree surgery
Hedge cutting · Video
A very tall conifer hedge cut to a straight face
Long, even lines along a hedge far taller than a standard trim.
Hedge cuttingAreas covered
Across County Durham and the North East
Send us your postcode and a few details about the job, and we’ll let you know if we cover your area.
Check your areaGoogle reviews
See what our customers say
- ★★★★★Hedge reduction
“Sharp Hedges came out today, they did a great job reducing our hedge and tidying it up.”
View on Google - ★★★★★Tree work
“Only a small garden job for my tree but the service by Sharp Hedges Tree and Garden Services was first class!”
View on Google - ★★★★★Garden clearance
“It's now been cleared up, it was a massive job and reasonably priced for the amount of work involved.”
View on Google - ★★★★★Hedge trimming
“Very impressed with this company. Arrived when he said he would and set straight to work.”
View on Google - ★★★★★Large hedges
“Excellent job on our large hedges. Highly recommend this company.”
View on Google - ★★★★★Tree work
“Excellent service. From the initial call to completing the job in less than a week.”
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Useful answers
A few common questions
Do you provide free quotes?
Yes. For most jobs, we’ll arrange a free visit to see the work, check access and discuss the waste before giving you a quote.
Do you remove the waste?
We can remove the green waste from the work if that’s included in your quote. We don’t offer general rubbish removal.
Are you qualified and insured?
Yes. Sharp Hedges is NPTC qualified and fully insured.
Which areas do you cover?
We work across County Durham and the wider North East. Send your town or postcode and a description of the job so we can confirm coverage.
Do I need to send photographs?
No. Photos or a short video can help us understand the job and access, but they’re optional. A description and your postcode are enough to start.
When will you reply to my enquiry?
You can send an enquiry at any time. We reply between 8am and 8pm, and we’ll discuss the next step once we’ve looked at the details.
Get a free quote
Tell us what needs doing
Tell us where the job is and what you’d like done. Photos are optional. We’ll reply between 8am and 8pm.
How quotes work
- Tell us about the job
Share your postcode and what you want to change. Photos are helpful, but they’re optional.
- We’ll take a look
For most jobs, we’ll arrange a free visit to look at the work, check access and discuss any waste removal.
- Know what’s included
We confirm the price, the work and the timing before you decide whether to go ahead.
We’ll look at the job details and reply between 8am and 8pm. If we need a closer look, we’ll arrange a suitable time with you.
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