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Stihl HLA86 Long Reach Electric Telescopic Hedgecutter

Our first electric power tool for hedge cutting was purchased during October.

It is a telescopic version that gives us greater flexibility.  We also ordered a rear handle separately to offer the body some protection.

The benefits we are finding:

  1. Longer than expected battery life
  2. Less wearing parts as the motor is directly to the blades
  3. Less noise
  4. Lower running costs
  5. Lower vibration to the user
  6. Less fatigue during use
  7. Cleaner to transport

We coupled the Stihl HLA86 with a pair of Stihl AP 500 S batteries and have found 2x to be adequate for heavy use for a working day.

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“Work carried out efficiently and tidily. Polite and friendly team providing knowledgeable tree care advice”.

Google Review from Keith “KeithC” C- Huncote (Hornbeam Crown Reduction)
16 April 2026

Left us 5 stars

Google Review from Paul Vinas – Newtown Linford (Overhang Removal)
14 April 2026

“Just to say a huge thank you for doing this and as always the guys were great”.

Mrs Hilliam – Mountsorrel (Yew cut face back to stems)
14 April 2026

“Excellent team – very professional approach – worked quickly and efficiently – minimal disturbance to neighbours – left site clean and tidy. Highly recommended”.

 

Mr Davies – Burbage (Sitka Spruce Removal)
10 April 2026
“Highly recommended, great professional service and lovely people”.
Emma Taylor-Rees – Narborough (Crab Apple Reduction)
10 April 2026

“Good work, as always.

Thank you”.

Mr Stevenson – Knighton (Cypress Hedge Reduction & Shearing )
7 April 2026

“Ed and Ben were excellent. First rate job done – Willow pollarded perfect, lleylandii trimmed really well too. Cleared up all the waste. Really pleased with their hard work and a job well done. Thank you”.

Google Review from Paul Goodrich Glenfield (Hedge Shear to Shape, Hedge Reduction, Golden Weeping Willow Pollard)
7 April 2026