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Recent Tree Surgeons reviews in Melbourne

So quick and efficient!

Tree Removal

$250

Friendly, professional and excellent communication- did a great job and highly recommend.

Tree and stump removal

$800

Great work thank you!

Remove stump and roots

$100

Great service and very friendly.

Grind large palm tree stump below ground

$500

Thanks Abdullah for a fantastic job, done very quickly, excellent comunication, great advice. Very helpful, highly recommend.

Yucca stump cut with chainsaw (not removed)

$50

Great Airtasker, did a fantastic job. Would highly recommend

Trim my 2 Palm trees

$400

What's the average cost of a tree surgeon in Melbourne

$160 - $400

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$160

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$250

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$400

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Average reviews for Tree Surgeons Services in Melbourne

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4.94

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Best rated stump removal services near me

Recent Stump Removal reviews in Melbourne

Thanks Abdullah for a fantastic job, done very quickly, excellent comunication, great advice. Very helpful, highly recommend.

Yucca stump cut with chainsaw (not removed)

$50

Great work thank you!

Remove stump and roots

$100

Professional and properly executed.

Tree and stumps

$250

Great service and very friendly.

Grind large palm tree stump below ground

$500

Friendly, professional and excellent communication- did a great job and highly recommend.

Tree and stump removal

$800

Friendly and knowledgeable guy. Did a great job pulverising the damn stump. Thank you!

Stump removal

$70

What's the average cost of a stump removal service in Melbourne

$150 - $300

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$150

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$200

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$300

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Average reviews for Stump Removal Services in Melbourne

based on 270 reviews

4.91

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What do tree surgeon services include?

From supplying oxygen to absorbing rainwater, trees offer countless benefits. But it’s always a two-way relationship—trees can’t give us what we need when they’re sick or worse, dead. 


Good thing there’s a pool of tree surgeons in Airtasker who can do the dirty work and handle dangerous processes for us. The tree size, condition, species and location help the expert on reaching the right solution. Expect them to do pruning, lopping, trimming, and more. Specialists in tree maintenance near you perform these tasks by sophisticated climbing at great heights and rigging techniques. 


Keeping your landscape in good shape by exploring these services:


Tree felling and removal

Diseased, dead, or unsafe? If your trees meet the criteria, felling is the way to go. The process involves cutting the trees down to prevent diseases from spreading to surrounding trees, moreover boosting safety in the area. Some clients also request tree felling for aesthetic purposes.


Meanwhile, tree removal means the roots, stumps, fallen branches, and the entire tree get removed.


Felling or removing a tree is a dangerous task involving specialised equipment, so it’s a must to hire a knowledgeable tree surgeon for this. For extra peace of mind, you can also book an arborist to work side-by-side with your tree surgeon, as they are trained to diagnose trees and recommend safe solutions.


Tree pruning, cutting, lopping or trimming

If diseased or dead wood is present, the tree surgeon will need to remove them, which is what pruning is about. It also boosts the growth of fruit and flower buds.


Meanwhile, tree lopping or trimming effectively modifies a tree’s shape. This is done by cutting branches and training them to grow in a specific direction. It is often focused on aesthetics. If this is not properly maintained, branches can become unwieldy, growing in various directions.


Your Tasker may also do crown thinning on a tree. This consists of removing select branches to increase light penetration and reduce crown weight. 


Overall, pruning, lopping, and cutting stimulate and control growth in trees.


  • Stump removal

A tree surgeon near you can also grind down and remove unsightly or bulky stumps. This process may demand a specialised stump grinding machine, which can completely destroy the tree’s stump and root system.


  • Tree pollarding

Have you ever encountered the term “lollipop trees”? They are the result of pollarding with the purpose of aesthetics. 


Apart from that, though, tree pollarding keeps a tree from outgrowing its bounds on a private landscape, or even encroaching electrical wires. Whether placed in streets, parks, or small spaces, trees can be compact. Once you pollard a tree, you’ll have to repeat the process every year or two throughout the tree’s life. This means you may need constant landscaping or gardening maintenance.

Recent Tree Surgeons tasks in Melbourne

Stump grind

$250

Thornbury VIC, Australia

11th Dec 2025

3 stumps need grinding. 1 normal stump (40cm width). 2 other stumps are a bit unusual. There are multiple small(ish) stumps in a cluster (see photo). **Important** Access to backyard is through a narrow walkway. At its most narrow, the width is 90cm, so I think the stump grinder could be no wider than about 80cm.

Highly recommend! Everything was perfect

Top of hedge and top of tree pruned

$200

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

11th Dec 2025

I need to have 30 cm taken off from the top of my hedge. I also have a tree that is growing in my sideway and a small section of it is growing towards my neighbour's property and this needs to be pruned back. The tree can be accessed from my sideway or my neighbour's courtyard. I have a 2.5 platform ladder available for use. I have attached images. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Dig out hedge stumps

$150

Alphington VIC, Australia

9th Dec 2025

2 stumps approx 15cm diameter, 1 stump approx 5 cm diameter cut down by approx 30 cm so that turf can be grown over. Access through gate is 880mm.

David made a quick task of grinding the stumps and his narrower machine made access through the gate possible! Highly recommend his services.

Stump removal

$300

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

8th Dec 2025

Support with last of tree stump removal as they continue to sprout. Shovel and auger available for use.

Arborist - cut down tree

$300

Ascot Vale VIC, Australia

8th Dec 2025

Cut down and remove tree

Tree stump removal

$140

Fitzroy North, Victoria

7th Dec 2025

Removal of tree stump in flat courtyard. Tree was 3 year old ornamental pear when cut down 2 years ago. Trunk diameter approximately 12cm. Would need to be done on weekend

Remove and dispose of palm tree cuttings

$95

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

6th Dec 2025

Need someone to remove and dispose of palm tree fronds/cuttings from my backyard. Easy access

Tyson was great. Prompt communication and very helpful. Happy to recommend

Small tree trunk/stump removal

$100

Windsor VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

5 x small tree stump removal Trees already cut down. Stumps remaining and want to replant in garden bed. Need someone to remove full stump. Garden bed 900mm wide. Good access and low fence next to it. Only item to note is there is a gas pipe running through garden bed. Thickest trunk is about 180mm diameter.

Thank you very much! Steve was great - did an awesome job - very skilled, thorough, hard working, very communicative and a lovely guy.

Hedge removal including stumps

$250

Elwood VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

Hedge removal including stumps x 5. Hedge to be cut into no more than 1 metre pieces ready for disposal by others

Davids team did a great job and exactly what the task was. I found his team to be Punctual and very courteous.

Remove citrus tree stump. Stump approx 100mm diameter.

$120

Coburg VIC, Australia

30th Nov 2025

Old citrus tree stump to be manually dug out and severed from roots. A grinder will likely not be suitable as it is in a raised garden bed

On time, professional, super efficient and did a great job of getting rid of a tree stump in a narrow raised garden bed.

Tree stump removal

$160

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

17th Nov 2025

Needing Tree stump removal

Very good service, very fast

Take stumps down to soil level

$150

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

3rd Nov 2025

Take stumps down to soil level however you like. Grind, axe, chainsaw.

Phong was flexible with his time and offer extra service when he was present. Thanks Phong

Remove one tree stump and cut down another

$400

Richmond VIC, Australia

31st Oct 2025

I have a tree stump in our front yard to be completely removed and a tree stump in the back yard to just be cut down to under where bricks will be laid as a pipe runs through it. Photos attached. Must take all waste with you and have done stump removal before.

Paul was extremely lovely, professional and did a great job. He went above and beyond and would definitely recommend him.

Remove tree root

$200

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

20th Oct 2025

Hi, I’m looking for help to remove the 4 tree roots.

Thank you Steven and John for the quick and fantastic job :)

Grind tree stump

$200

Coburg VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2025

The stump is approximately 18-20cm in diameter. And just over a metre high. It is from an old (deaf) plum tree. It is easily accessible through a gate to alley way behind house and the area around it is clear.

Prompt and friendly, and so efficient! He was also very careful with clean up after removing a tree stump from our back yard.

Remove 4 tree stumps

$400

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

10th Oct 2025

Remove 4 stumps from backyard. All rubbish to be taken away. 1m access down the side of the house for machinery

Paul was great! He was very responsive, on time, well priced and did a great job. We would definitely use him again

Tree stump removal Northcote

$100

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

4th Oct 2025

Front garden tree stump needs grinding and probably poisoning before fence is put in. Invasive roots. Preference for job done tomorrow Sunday 5th, but could do Monday after 3pm.

Amazing work! Punctual and great communication

Stump grinding

$100

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

1st Oct 2025

Need a stump and roots grinded off. See pics. Good access

Quick to respond, turned up on time, did a great job 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Tree removal. broken in wind. cut down and removed. approx 7-8m high

$1,000

Brunswick VIC, Australia

16th Sep 2025

A tree broke in the wind. The whole tree needs to come down. Tree is approximately 7 -8m high. In backyard with walk-in access.

Came quickly, cut the tree, cleaned everything up...great job thank you

Remove 3 pittosporums and stumps

$250

Northcote VIC, Australia

25th Aug 2025

Looking for someone to come and remove 3 pittosporums including the stumps. All green waste to be removed from site including clean up. Side access of 1m available.

Tom was great. Did the job as asked, on time and great communication. Would recommend.

Recent Stump Removal tasks in Melbourne

Stump grind

$250

Thornbury VIC, Australia

11th Dec 2025

3 stumps need grinding. 1 normal stump (40cm width). 2 other stumps are a bit unusual. There are multiple small(ish) stumps in a cluster (see photo). **Important** Access to backyard is through a narrow walkway. At its most narrow, the width is 90cm, so I think the stump grinder could be no wider than about 80cm.

Highly recommend! Everything was perfect

Dig out hedge stumps

$150

Alphington VIC, Australia

9th Dec 2025

2 stumps approx 15cm diameter, 1 stump approx 5 cm diameter cut down by approx 30 cm so that turf can be grown over. Access through gate is 880mm.

David made a quick task of grinding the stumps and his narrower machine made access through the gate possible! Highly recommend his services.

Stump removal

$300

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

8th Dec 2025

Support with last of tree stump removal as they continue to sprout. Shovel and auger available for use.

Tree stump removal

$140

Fitzroy North, Victoria

7th Dec 2025

Removal of tree stump in flat courtyard. Tree was 3 year old ornamental pear when cut down 2 years ago. Trunk diameter approximately 12cm. Would need to be done on weekend

Small tree trunk/stump removal

$100

Windsor VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

5 x small tree stump removal Trees already cut down. Stumps remaining and want to replant in garden bed. Need someone to remove full stump. Garden bed 900mm wide. Good access and low fence next to it. Only item to note is there is a gas pipe running through garden bed. Thickest trunk is about 180mm diameter.

Thank you very much! Steve was great - did an awesome job - very skilled, thorough, hard working, very communicative and a lovely guy.

Hedge removal including stumps

$250

Elwood VIC, Australia

2nd Dec 2025

Hedge removal including stumps x 5. Hedge to be cut into no more than 1 metre pieces ready for disposal by others

Davids team did a great job and exactly what the task was. I found his team to be Punctual and very courteous.

Remove citrus tree stump. Stump approx 100mm diameter.

$120

Coburg VIC, Australia

30th Nov 2025

Old citrus tree stump to be manually dug out and severed from roots. A grinder will likely not be suitable as it is in a raised garden bed

On time, professional, super efficient and did a great job of getting rid of a tree stump in a narrow raised garden bed.

Stump grinding and removal

$200

St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia

30th Nov 2025

Scope of Work: 1. Stump Grinding/Removal: The stump must be removed completely ensuring all major root crown material is removed to prevent regrowth. 2. Debris Removal: All resulting wood chips, debris, and waste from the stump removal process must be completely cleared and taken off-site. The tasker is responsible for disposal. 3. Site Clean-up: The area must be left clean and level Requirements & Licensing: • Tasker must have their own specialized equipment (e.g., professional-grade stump grinder) to complete the job efficiently and safely. • Tasker must hold relevant insurance and qualifications for tree work and machinery operation.

Cut down the stump of a dead tree

$50

Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia

26th Nov 2025

Have a dead tree thats been mostly cut down, just want to get it chopped to a very small stump.

Tree stump removal

$160

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

17th Nov 2025

Needing Tree stump removal

Very good service, very fast

Grind stumps

$200

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

16th Nov 2025

Grind 2 stumps out and remove roots in small dirt patch. Need to be careful working close to a fence and water service

Take stumps down to soil level

$150

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

3rd Nov 2025

Take stumps down to soil level however you like. Grind, axe, chainsaw.

Phong was flexible with his time and offer extra service when he was present. Thanks Phong

Remove one tree stump and cut down another

$400

Richmond VIC, Australia

31st Oct 2025

I have a tree stump in our front yard to be completely removed and a tree stump in the back yard to just be cut down to under where bricks will be laid as a pipe runs through it. Photos attached. Must take all waste with you and have done stump removal before.

Paul was extremely lovely, professional and did a great job. He went above and beyond and would definitely recommend him.

Grind tree stump

$200

Coburg VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2025

The stump is approximately 18-20cm in diameter. And just over a metre high. It is from an old (deaf) plum tree. It is easily accessible through a gate to alley way behind house and the area around it is clear.

Prompt and friendly, and so efficient! He was also very careful with clean up after removing a tree stump from our back yard.

Remove 4 tree stumps

$400

Ascot Vale VIC 3032, Australia

10th Oct 2025

Remove 4 stumps from backyard. All rubbish to be taken away. 1m access down the side of the house for machinery

Paul was great! He was very responsive, on time, well priced and did a great job. We would definitely use him again

Tree stump removal Northcote

$100

Northcote VIC 3070, Australia

4th Oct 2025

Front garden tree stump needs grinding and probably poisoning before fence is put in. Invasive roots. Preference for job done tomorrow Sunday 5th, but could do Monday after 3pm.

Amazing work! Punctual and great communication

Stump grinding

$100

Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

1st Oct 2025

Need a stump and roots grinded off. See pics. Good access

Quick to respond, turned up on time, did a great job 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Remove 3 pittosporums and stumps

$250

Northcote VIC, Australia

25th Aug 2025

Looking for someone to come and remove 3 pittosporums including the stumps. All green waste to be removed from site including clean up. Side access of 1m available.

Tom was great. Did the job as asked, on time and great communication. Would recommend.

Stump grinding

$250

Thornbury VIC, Australia

10th Aug 2025

Need to grind a dead tree stump in preparation for a new garden bed. This he challenge is the awkward position next to a fence and a drainage outlet pipe ( pictured)

Friendly and on time, thanks Noah

Remove 9 concrete stumps

$200

Malvern VIC, Australia

27th Jul 2025

Need 9 concrete stumps dug up and dumped in a skip which is on site. Will need to provide own shovels etc

Justin was great. Arrived on time, was friendly and got the job done which was much harder than we both expected. Highly recommend him.