Tree Lopping
Professional lopping to reduce tree size, manage canopy spread, and remove dangerous branches.
Learn more →When a tree has to come down
Not every tree is worth saving, and some are genuinely dangerous to leave standing. The common reasons we remove trees across Melbourne are the same ones you're probably weighing up now: a tree that's dead, diseased or structurally failing; roots lifting paths, driveways or foundations; a species planted too close to the house decades ago that has simply outgrown the block; storm damage that's left a tree unstable; or a healthy tree in the wrong place that's blocking light, a build, or a development.
Whatever the reason, removing a mature tree is heavy, high-risk work. Limbs are far heavier than they look, drop zones in tight Melbourne backyards are unforgiving, and a misjudged cut near a powerline or a neighbour's roof turns an afternoon job into an insurance claim. This is the work to hand to an insured crew with the right rigging.
How we take a tree down safely
- Assess and quote. A crew inspects the tree, the drop zone, the access and any council protections, then gives you a fixed written price.
- Plan the fell. In the open, a tree can sometimes be felled whole. In a typical Melbourne block it's climbed or accessed by EWP and dismantled in sections, with heavier limbs roped and lowered.
- Clear the canopy down. Branches are removed and chipped, the trunk is cut into manageable lengths.
- Deal with the stump. Ground down below the surface or fully extracted — your call.
- Clean up. Chips mulched on site or hauled away; the site left tidy.
What drives the price
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Height & trunk diameter | More material to dismantle, more rigging, more time |
| Species & timber density | Hardwoods like eucalypts are slower and heavier than soft-timber trees |
| Proximity to structures | Trees over roofs, fences or powerlines must be roped down in pieces |
| Site access | A wide gate and driveway is fast; a narrow rear lane is not |
| Stump & waste | Grinding, full extraction, mulching or haul-away each add scope |
Because every tree and block is different, we don't publish flat rates — the free on-site quote prices your exact tree. Fines for illegal removal of a protected tree in Melbourne can reach the tens of thousands, so the permit check we do up front is part of protecting you, not an upsell.
Often booked alongside removal
Most removals pair naturally with stump grinding or full stump removal, on-site mulching of the timber, and chipping of the green waste. If a tree has come down in a storm or is at immediate risk of falling, that's an emergency tree removal — call us straight away.
Across Melbourne
We coordinate removals right across the metro, including Brunswick and the inner north, Hawthorn in the east, Ferntree Gully on the ranges fringe, and the southern bayside suburbs of Frankston and Mornington. See all the areas we serve or call to confirm we cover your street.
Get a fixed price for your removal
Call (03) 4327 9091 or use the form below. Describe the tree and your suburb, and we'll arrange a free on-site quote.
More services
Explore our other services
Tree Pruning
Precision pruning to improve tree health, shape, and safety — from $100 for small trees.
Learn more →Stump Grinding
Mechanical stump grinding that removes the stump below ground level, ready for replanting or paving.
Learn more →Stump Removals
Complete stump extraction including root system — leaves the site clean and obstacle-free.
Learn more →Arborist Reports
Certified arborist assessment reports for council permits, insurance claims, and tree health evaluations.
Learn more →Palm Tree Removals
Specialist removal of all palm species including queen palms, date palms, and fan palms.
Learn more →Mulching
On-site mulching of removed timber — reduces waste and provides usable garden mulch.
Learn more →Chipping
Wood chipping service for branches and green waste — available with tree removal or as a standalone job.
Learn more →Fertilizing
Soil and root-zone fertilisation programs to improve long-term tree health and vigour.
Learn more →Emergency Tree Removal
24/7 emergency response for storm-damaged, fallen, or hazardous trees across Melbourne.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Will you check whether I need a council permit before removing the tree?
Yes — it's part of every quote. Melbourne councils protect trees differently. In Merri-bek (Moreland), for example, a 'mature' tree is one over 8 metres tall with a single trunk wider than 40cm measured 1.2m above the ground, and removing one needs a Tree Works Permit plus a replacement canopy tree. Other councils set the threshold by trunk circumference or by whether the tree is a protected native. We identify the rule for your address and won't remove a protected tree without the right permit.
What makes one tree removal more expensive than another?
Four things mainly: height and trunk size (more material and more rigging), species and timber density, how close the tree is to the house, fences or powerlines, and access for equipment and chipping. A 4-metre tree in an open front yard is a quick job; a 20-metre gum overhanging a roof in a narrow inner-city block needs roping down piece by piece and costs accordingly. The on-site quote prices your exact situation.
Do you remove the stump as well?
Stump removal is usually quoted separately because it's a different process. We can grind the stump below ground level so you can re-turf or pave over it, or fully extract the stump and root plate. Tell us at the quote stage and we'll price the removal and the stump together. See our stump grinding and stump removal services.
What happens to the tree once it's down?
Your choice. We can chip the branches and mulch the timber on site so you keep the material for garden beds, or we can cart the whole lot away and leave the site clear. Either way clean-up is included in a standard removal.
Free, no-obligation