Erskine Tree Surgeons Ltd was established in 1982 by Bill Cairns. The company was originally run from home, adapting a small shed and office to work from. For a number of years, Bill worked during the day as a tree surgeon and went out quoting work at night.

Over the years, Bill has become a craftsman arborist achieving an RFS Certificate in Arboriculture, SCOTVEC Urban Tree Management certificate and trained to AA Technician Cert Arb level. He was also a part-time Practical Skills lecturer at Woodburn House in Glasgow for 1 year. Bill’s main focus and role within the company is structural management.

Esther Cairns trained in accountancy once the children grew up, and now maintains the role of office manager.

Lee-Anne Cairns originally started as labourer for the company where she attained NPTC certification in tree surgery. She later attended The University of Central Lancashire for 4 years where she achieved her honours degree in Arboriculture, specialising in tree biomechanics. She holds certification in mortgage and subsidence writing and Professional Tree Inspection (PTI). Lee-Anne is our primary consultant and oversees all contractual matters for the business daily.

Kevin Cairns first trained as a car mechanic and then changed careers to become a tree surgeon. He holds a national diploma in Arboriculture and is a fully now holds the position of Operations Manager for the company and is thriving in his new role.

Fully qualified tree surgeons

Established in 1982

Professional family-run business with attention to customer care

£10 million public liability insurance

One of the largest arboriculture firms in western and central Scotland

All our staff are trained and certified through the National Proficiency Test Council (NPTC)

Free estimates available