- Source reference
- CBDL175009
- Licence class
- lower-tier
- Source checked
- 30 Jun 2026
Public evidence profile
Edward Payne & Co Ltd
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- Rated 5.0 from 20 reviews
- 2 credentials shown
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- Source checked
- 25 Jun 2026
Active incorporated business
Edward Payne & Co Ltd is linked to a Companies House entry. This shows the business registration, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
Why this helps you judge trust: this trader is linked to a registered company with named people who are legally accountable for it, on an official register anyone can check, a layer of accountability an unregistered trader doesn't offer. Around 16 years on the register also points to an established business rather than a brand-new one.
What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 20 customer reviews on Which? Trusted Traders.
Respectful and tidy in your home: “Not only was the work done exactly to our requirements but the men worked quickly and tidily.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 9 Feb 2015
“The team arrived on time and worked efficiently and quickly.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 28 Feb 2019
“Your team of three turned up on time yesterday morning” · Which? Trusted Traders, 22 Jul 2014
“Edward was punctual.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 18 Feb 2009
“When the work was carried out the team were skilled and friendly and easy to talk to as the job progressed.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 24 Sept 2025
“Professional and courteous.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 22 Apr 2025
“An absolutely perfect job, very impressive - well done to the team.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 15 Nov 2022
“The admin team of Edward Payne & Co was also really great. They sent me a really detailed quote, were very communicative and friendly.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 25 Oct 2019
“Great communication throughout with honest advice about best options for cutting down one large tree and maintaining others.” · Which? Trusted Traders, 22 Oct 2017
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Strong planning approval history
98% of Edward Payne & Co Ltd's decided planning applications were approved (61 of 62 decisions across 8 councils). 73 applications tracked in total. Most recently approved in 2026, including 40 in the last 5 years.
Approved work includes conservation and garden room / outbuilding.
- Conservation1 approved
- Garden Room / Outbuilding1 approved
Mostly works in Lambeth (71% of applications), with work in 7 other councils.
- Lambeth52 applications · 98% approved · since 2017
- Hammersmith and Fulham8 applications · since 2017
- Westminster4 applications · since 2017
- Southwark3 applications · since 2022
- Sutton3 applications · since 2018
- Ealing1 application · since 2019
Approximate locations of this business's planning applications. Check whether they've worked near you.
Their planning work concentrates within about 2 miles of the centre of their projects.
Opening hours
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- Monday–Friday
- 8:30am–5:30pm
What customers say
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Based on the 6 reviews with a star rating
- Which? Trusted Traders20 reviews · 5.0 avg
Detailed reviews
Pleased with the finished result
I used Edward Payne's company to prune a tall black poplar at the end of my garden and close to neighbouring properties. The work involved was carefully assessed including a visit by Edward himself and I was pleased with the quote I received. When the work was carried out the team were skilled and friendly and easy to talk to as the job progressed. They took great care that cut branches did not fall into neighbouring gardens. Access to the tree was only possible through my neighbour's garden and I was concerned that their property should not be damaged but I should not have worried as the team were careful to lay down boards covering my neighbour's lawn and shed, and on completion everything was left tidy including in my own garden. Items which it was necessary to move were carefully put back in place. I am very pleased with the finished result and I would be happy to use the company again in the future.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Professional, friendly service.
Chopped back a large bay tree, and pruned another trees and shrubs. Professional and courteous. Left the garden tidy. Very satisfied with the work undertaken and would use again.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Efficient and very considerate work
We used Ed Payne's company to have a large Ash tree removed from our garden. It had grown way too big for its surroundings and the roots were causing damage. The team removed branches really carefully without affecting neighbouring properties, cut down the trunk, ground out the roots and cleaned up all the sawdust etc. An absolutely perfect job, very impressive - well done to the team. I thoroughly recommend this company.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Professional and good work
Inherited a very overgrown and poorly maintained apple tree at our new house. The estimator was able to look at the tree and advise on works required, and best time for work to take place. On the day we were given a courtesy call on arrivial time, then works took place quickly and efficiency. At each stage I was told what works were being done, how tit would affec tthe tree, and when it would need looking at again. All cleaning up was done quickly leaving the garden in good condition. Was very impressed with the work and will have them back for future pruning.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Fantastic work
The team came to our flat to remove one tree and trim 2 trees. They were really nice and did all the work very professionally and quickly. They cleared absolutely everything, so the garden was left looking impeccable. The admin team of Edward Payne & Co was also really great. They sent me a really detailed quote, were very communicative and friendly. I will definitely request their services again!
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
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Outstandingly Good
The team arrived on time and worked efficiently and quickly. They were gone within the hour after cleaning extremely well. Not a twiglet left behind. I am using them again.
Professional and trouble free
I have used this company for many years and they are professional, courteous and good at their job. And they sweep up behind them. As for price, they quote before the work is carried out and I have never known them to charge a different price after doing the work.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 3 / 5
Professional and efficient
Great communication throughout with honest advice about best options for cutting down one large tree and maintaining others. Provided an incredibly competitive quote compared to other local firms for the calibre of their work. Would definitely recommend and will be our 'go to' for future works.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Highly recommended
Good precise quote and competitive price.Work carried out quickly and efficiently. Would use again.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Good job at a fair price
The team from Edward Payne reduced and trimmed three trees for me. They did a good job. There was a bit of confusion between Edward and his team concerning whether wire could be cut from my apple tree or whether that would cause more damage. However, this was resolved and everything else went smoothly. The cost was also the lowest of the three quotes I obtained. The team was polite and friendly and cleaned up well after themselves.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 4 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Great work on 3 trees in my garden
The team that came out to prune three trees in my garden were very courteous. They got the job done efficiently and were very tidy about it. All branches removed from the premises. Recommended trader.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
We would absolutely recommend Edward Payne to anyo
We would like to thank the men who undertook the recent pruning in our garden. Not only was the work done exactly to our requirements but the men worked quickly and tidily. The huge amount of cuttings/logs were all removed and the lawn was even raked to remove any small branches and twigs.
Thank you very much for your services
Your assistants were incredibly polite and good listeners to my special requests. They worked hard and were very professional and charming too! Many thanks
A great job, thank you very much.
We returned from holiday to be delighted with the tree work carried out. It is always a worry having work done when you are away, I am delighted to say that the work exceeded our expectations and we are very pleased with what was done. Not only were all the works carried out to an excellent standard, all the cut tree branches had been expertly removed without any damage to our significant shrubs and fencing which were under the site. There was also no mess or sign of the work having taken place.
Thank you, If only all companies were so efficient
Thank you very much for helping get the stress of that wretched tree stump out of my garden (and my life!). I have been so impressed from beginning to end with your company, from the instant response to my email, to receiving the quote and fixing a date. Your team of three turned up on time yesterday morning, politely refused to be side-tracked by a cup of tea or coffee - If only all companies were so reassuringly efficient, reliable and reasonably priced life would be so much easier!
Professional, extremely quick and responsive
Edward Payne has done a fantastic job with the trees in our garden. He was thoroughly professional, extremely quick and responsive, and goes about his work in a manner which is very sympathetic to the needs of his customer and the landscapes he works with. We will certainly use Edward Payne again and highly recommend Edward Payne & Co Ltd to others :)
Which? Local Review
I called about four of the Tree Surgeons that came up on my Which Local list. Some had silly turnarounds & a lot did not even call back!! Ed came and did a thorough quote in writing, with a detailed breakdown of what was to be done so when the guys showed to do the work, they knew what to do. Reasonable value, good job and they cleaned up as much as they could, would use again.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 4 / 5
- Quality
- 4 / 5
- Value
- 4 / 5
Which? Local Review
Felled garden tree overhanging street in conservation area, cheapest of three quotes, included submitting paperwork to council for permission, Fast, polite and tidy sevice.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Which? Local Review
Edward was punctual. He gave a clear estimate for trimming overgrown damson trees that had broken branches because of heavy fruit (Summer 2008). His two workmen who came to do the work were business-like and efficient. They brought a wood chipping machine and cleared up well after the work. Earlier this year they also removed very ugly and overgrown leylandii hedging from the neighbour's garden. She was happy with the work too.
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 4 / 5
- Quality
- 4 / 5
- Value
- 4 / 5
Which? Local Review
Job involved having 2 large trees reduced by 40-50% and other maintenance done in the garden. Reasonable cost, very tidy job. Highly recommend. We also required council permission as we live in a conservation area, Edward took care of all paper work at no extra charge!!
Work completed:
- Customer Service
- 5 / 5
- Quality
- 5 / 5
- Value
- 5 / 5
Rated 5.0, above the local average for landscapers in London
Across 782 landscapers in London, the typical rating is 4.9 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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About
At Edward Payne & Co Tree Specialists, it is our good reputation which acts as our greatest marketing tool. Whether for residential or commercial clients, we are constantly meeting and exceeding expectations, whilst offering our services at extremely competitive rates. Based in Wandsworth, SW London, we are happy to take on work across the London region and into the home counties. The company was established by Edward Payne in 2005. Initially Edward did the tree surgery himself, although now it is carried out by six trusted members of staff who form two teams, whilst Edward has taken a purely managerial role. All climbing staff are NPTC qualified and tree work is carried out to BS3998, the British Standard for professional arboriculture.
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What this business says about itself
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- Experience they state: over 18 years
- Areas served: London
- Good to know: Free quotes
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Is Edward Payne & Co Ltd a legitimate business?
Edward Payne & Co Ltd has 20 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. It is a registered business on Companies House, listed as active, and the public register shows no adverse status (no dissolution, insolvency or strike-off) against it. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Edward Payne & Co Ltd?
Edward Payne & Co Ltd has 20 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Edward Payne & Co Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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Is Edward Payne & Co Ltd qualified and accredited?
We hold 2 independently sourced credentials for Edward Payne & Co Ltd, including Waste carrier (Environment Agency), Which? Trusted Traders. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, Waste carrier (Environment Agency) is the Environment Agency: the regulator a trader must register with to carry waste or hold an environmental permit in England.
Is Edward Payne & Co Ltd a registered business?
Edward Payne & Co Ltd is a registered business on Companies House (company number 07446960), incorporated 22 Nov 2010, listed as active. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does Edward Payne & Co Ltd specialise in?
Edward Payne & Co Ltd lists specialist services including Stump grinding, Tree reductions, Tree thinning, Tree removal, Tree planting. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
What areas does Edward Payne & Co Ltd cover?
They state on their own website that they cover London. This is the business's own statement on their website, not something we have independently checked. Confirm they cover your postcode before booking.
How long has Edward Payne & Co Ltd been trading?
Edward Payne & Co Ltd has been reviewed on public sources since 2007.

