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Excellent job with the tree removal and hedging. Communication was easy. Would definitely use again

Tree removal, Bush Hedging and Mulching

$500

Quick efficient and friendly

Remove palm tree seeds

$50

Thanks Mauricio for you great help in removing my tree stumps! You were prompt, professional and communicated well! What more can you ask for! Thanks again and I hope to get your help again in future. Cheers, Tony.

Dig out tree stump

$100

Thank you.

Stump grinding

$500

Thank you for the work. Went above and beyond. Great communication and friendly service

Stump removal

$300

Very impressed with his work, came on time, got the job done fast and to satisfactory and was tidy

Tree stump grinding

$100

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Great job and efficient thanks so much

Gardening and stump removal and level dirt

$300

Very impressed with his work, came on time, got the job done fast and to satisfactory and was tidy

Tree stump grinding

$100

Got the job done well. Would rehire.

Stump removal - palm tree

$80

Thank you.

Stump grinding

$500

Thank you for the work. Went above and beyond. Great communication and friendly service

Stump removal

$300

Thanks Mauricio for you great help in removing my tree stumps! You were prompt, professional and communicated well! What more can you ask for! Thanks again and I hope to get your help again in future. Cheers, Tony.

Dig out tree stump

$100

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Why hire a tree surgeon through Airtasker?

Having the opportunity to easily reconnect with nature, thanks to trees in your lot, is truly a gift. However, a passive attitude is not a match for this; serious maintenance should be done. Before you even notice it, old trees can endanger your home or even a random passerby.

Dealing with heavy branches and overgrown trees? You can head to Airtasker to keep your worries at bay. By hiring a tree surgeon, you don’t have to put yourself in danger and just let someone with expertise solve your problem. Booking a tree surgeon near you through Airtasker is also practical versus asking for quotes from other tree service websites. Tree maintenance near you just needs a few clicks.

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Top Tree Surgeons related questions

n Australia, the fee for a tree surgeon’s service usually goes from $30 to $50 per hour, which adds roughly $200 to $400 for a day’s work. Factors like the tree’s size and condition, location, and ultimately the type of job needed influence the price.


Depending on the tree size or width, tree pruning and lopping typically costs $200 to $800 (20 metres and below); stump removal and grinding at $100 to $400; and tree removal at $300 to $1,500. Meanwhile, tree survey and report can go from $350 up to $600 depending on the amount of trees in the area. 

In general, they differ in training and knowledge. Tree surgeons often perform the dirty work, such as cutting down trees, pruning, and removing stumps. Meanwhile, arborists are certified professionals who studied the science of arboriculture (cultivation and management of shrubs, trees, vines, and other woody plants). They diagnose the whole body of the tree to reach the right solution. Despite dissimilarities, a surgeon and an arborist may work together to plan and execute tree services.

No, pollarding (like removing all branches from a tree) is only suitable for certain types of trees. For example, pollarding is suitable for surgeries involving ash trees, elm trees, and willow trees. Other examples include maple, oak, and sycamore trees. But generally, the tree surgeon will need to handle trees on a case by case basis. It’s best to consult a tree care professional on whether or not your tree can be pollarded. 

The most suitable time for pruning depends on the tree's species. Many trees are best pruned during the winter when the trees are dormant. But some trees, like those under the cherry species, should be pruned during the summer to prevent silver leaf disease. Your hired Tasker can also give you tips on the best time to schedule your preferred tree service. 

Although tree surgeons are not legally obliged to get certified, a certification ensures the Tasker has enough training, especially for dangerous tasks. A tree surgeon would need to go through extensive training and work experience. Tree surgeon certificates of competence include tree felling and processing; chainsaw maintenance, onsite preparation, basic cross-cutting; using a chainsaw from a rope and harness; and first aid at work.


Connecting with a tree surgeon through Airtasker? You’ll also be able to see the specialist’s ratings and reviews from previous customers to get a better grasp of their experience.

Tree removal permit requirements vary per location. For safety, check with your local council for tree regulations specific in your location. Tree preservation orders may protect some trees.


You can also hire a tree service specialist on Airtasker. They are more knowledgeable about regulations and can recommend legal solutions to your tree concerns.

If your location has no recycling facility for tree waste, the discarded trees, limbs, and branches go to a green landfill. But if possible, a tree surgeon can go for more environmentally conscious disposal options, like turning the waste into mulch, firewood, biofuel, and lumber. Your hired Tasker may be aware of environment-friendly disposal options in your area.

Absolutely. In Airtasker, you can choose to work with a gardenerlawn care specialistlandscape contractor, and more.

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. 


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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

Tall Tree Removal – Site Inspection & Free Quote Requested

$10

Vermont VIC 3133, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Tall Tree Removal – Site Inspection & Free Quote Requested I’m looking for a tree removalist to inspect 5 tall trees ( 3 live + 2 dead )at my residential property and provide an obligation-free quote for its removal. What I need: - On-site inspection of the tree - Assessment of the safest and most practical removal method - Quote for cutting down and removing the tree - Please provide separate pricing, if applicable, for stump removal/grinding and disposal of all green waste - Advice on any permits or other requirements that may apply Important: I am not authorising any tree-removal work at this stage. I am currently obtaining quotes and will decide who to engage after comparing the options. I would particularly like to hear from experienced, fully insured and appropriately qualified arborists who regularly undertake tall-tree removals in residential properties. The property has normal residential access, but the tree is tall and close to surrounding structures/fencing, so I am looking for someone who can properly assess the risks and removal method. Photos can be provided through Airtasker before arranging an inspection. If you are interested in quoting, please let me know your availability for a site inspection and whether you provide free, no-obligation quotes.

Cut down yuccas and remove stumps

$900

Patterson Lakes VIC 3197, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Cut down yuccas along fence wall, remove stumps, dispose green waste

Saw rose stump

$50

Glenroy VIC 3046, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

I need a rose bush stump sawed to ground level so I can apply herbicide. just sawed I can do everything else. hiring a chainsaw will cost me $100 to do myself.

Tree removal

$300

Oakden SA 5086, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Tree removal and the stump from the driveway! The stump is around 60 cm and the tree is 5 to 6 m tall

Stump removal

$200

Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Had 3 pittosporums removed but there was a smaller one there also which never really grew so very small Was going to drag these out with a car but we aren’t making this section lower at this stage in our front garden plans so would like them ground out below ground level There is also a smaller shrub stump (last photo with brick edging around it) next to the driveway that I would like to be ground down as low as possible (bottom of driveway slab next to it if possible) These are all smal, but slightly higher to pull out and are softwood and a couple of rotten stumps Easy access as all the front yard and you can back pretty much up to it

Remove tree stump

$50

Cremorne NSW 2090, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Remove two small tree stumps

Great job! Super efficient and got the work done quickly and same day

Palm Tree removal

$80

East Cannington WA 6107, Australia

31st Aug 2026

Cut down palm tree and place on verge for collection. Need 2 person for the job to make sure tree doesn’t fall towards house. Around the tree there is concrete and bricks building waste, which will not be removed. You have to work around

Quick and effective

Lemon Tree Removal

$200

Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia

31st Aug 2026

There is a driveway entrance to the back, a bit on the narrow side but it is rear access to pick up a chopped down lemon tree for removal.

Reliable, quick & kind! Thank you so much

Tree removal

$100

Everton Park QLD 4053, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Cut tree trump to ground. Is the middle one in photo. I have a dump voucher.

Arrived online, communication was efficient. What more could you want. Highly recommend!

Remove small backyard tree + lilly pillies and grind stumps — Redfern

$300

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

30th Aug 2026

I need someone to complete a straightforward backyard tree-removal, stump-grinding and cleanup job in Redfern. Photos are attached. Scope of work 1. Remove one small-to-medium backyard tree • Safely cut down and remove the tree shown in the photos. • It is not a large tree or major arborist job, but it will need to be cut down carefully due to fences, garden beds and surrounding structures. • Remove all branches, trunk sections and debris from site. 2. Remove approximately 10 established lilly pillies • The lilly pillies have already been heavily cut back. • Cut the remaining trunks/stems down as low as practical. • Grind the remaining lilly pilly stumps/root crowns below ground level, or use another suitable method that prevents regrowth and leaves the garden bed usable. • Remove all cut material, stump grindings if required, and green waste from site. Quote requirements Please provide your best all-inclusive fixed-price quote for the complete job, including: • Labour. • All cutting, stump-grinding and removal equipment. • Tree and lilly pilly removal. • Green-waste, branch and timber removal/disposal. • Any loading, transport, access and cleanup costs. • Leaving the site tidy and the garden beds usable. Please state any assumptions or exclusions upfront. A site inspection can be arranged if needed, but the attached photos should provide a good initial indication of the job.

Orlando was amazing. Our property had limited access for some of his machinery but that didn’t stop Orlando who did the work manually without any complaints. I couldn’t recommend Orlando enough.

Remove stump and paint fence

$200

Rochedale South QLD, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Remove hedge stump and replant a plant in place. Paint fence

Michael was friendly and helpful with removing hedge stump.

Tree pruning

$200

Clayton VIC 3168, Australia

29th Aug 2026

2 trees need pruning. I need to prune low hanging branches and branches touching the roof. Green waste removal. Thanks.

Good work and efficient guys.

2x Yucca Tree Removal and Disposal

$400

Doreen VIC 3754, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Wanting these two Yucca Trees removed and disposed of.

Amazing job! Punctual , efficient and professional! Also cleaned up and was very friendly. Highly recommend

Stump grinder - Springfield

$10

Springfield QLD 4300, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Need some to come out and grind these stumps down. Hoping for asap. Today, tomorrow or early next week.

Michael was bloody awesome thank you mate

Reposting - Remove 4 magnolia little Gem stumps 7-15cm diameter.

$200

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

26th Aug 2026

-Report (emergency last week and couldn’t get done) -4 magnolia little gem stumps to be removed. -7cm to 15vm approx diameter. They were cut down to 15cm above ground 12 months ago. -on raised garden bed.

Highly recommend Chris, did a great job with the task posted!

Grind down tree stump

$200

Sydney NSW 2142, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Grind down one tree stump, it’s a palm tree. Already cut down the tree, just the stump remains.

Great work on the tree stump.

Prune tree

$50

Greenvale VIC 3059, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Hello, Need help to prune or cut x 3 slim trees.

Lio and his crew did a fantastic job for a fair price! Cleaned up after as well. Will book em again!

Remove a small tree stump

$100

Forestville NSW 2087, Australia

24th Aug 2026

I need a professional gardener to remove a small tree stump in preparation for a fencing job. Location Forestville Done before 29 August

Orlando did a great job in a timely manner. Highly recommended.

Recent Stump Removal tasks

Remove tree stumps

$180

The Ponds NSW 2769, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

remove tree stumps and help re pot the plants we want to put concrete in this area so need this to be done properly

Stump Grinding / Removal 12-14 Stumps

$2,000

Kingswood NSW, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

I’m looking for an experienced and properly equipped person to remove/grind approximately 12–14 tree stumps from my property. There are 2–3 large stumps, including some quite thick/large ones as shown in the photos. The remaining stumps are medium to small. Job requirements: Grind/remove all approximately 12–14 stumps The larger stumps will require suitable heavy-duty stump grinding equipment Grind the stumps below ground level so the area can be used/landscaped afterwards Remove or tidy up the excess wood chips and debris after grinding Leave the area reasonably clean and level Bring your own equipment and tools Please inspect the photos before making an offer Important: Some of the larger stumps are quite thick and may require a suitable commercial stump grinder. Please only offer if you have the appropriate equipment and experience. I can provide additional photos/videos and exact access details if required. Please quote for the complete job, including labour, equipment and cleanup/disposal. The width of entrance is 105cm but we can remove the fence if require more space for entry into the site.

I highly recommend Will for stump removal. He was extremely professional, punctual, and did an excellent job removing all the stumps. He worked efficiently, kept the area clean, and took great care throughout the job. His pricing was also very reasonable and offered excellent value for money compared with other quotes I received. It was a pleasure dealing with someone who was reliable, friendly, and genuinely committed to doing a great job.

Stump grinding - 9 stumps

$700

Thirroul NSW 2515, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

9 stumps need grinding out. 20cm, 30cm, 40cm, 50cm, 50cm, 60cm, 60cm, 100x50cm

Bird of paradise Tree stump removal

$200

Frenchs Forest NSW 2086, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

I have a bird of paradise that I need the roots dug out and removed. I will remove the waste to the tip.

Cut down yuccas and remove stumps

$900

Patterson Lakes VIC 3197, Australia

3rd Sep 2026

Cut down yuccas along fence wall, remove stumps, dispose green waste

Saw rose stump

$50

Glenroy VIC 3046, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

I need a rose bush stump sawed to ground level so I can apply herbicide. just sawed I can do everything else. hiring a chainsaw will cost me $100 to do myself.

Stump removal

$200

Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Had 3 pittosporums removed but there was a smaller one there also which never really grew so very small Was going to drag these out with a car but we aren’t making this section lower at this stage in our front garden plans so would like them ground out below ground level There is also a smaller shrub stump (last photo with brick edging around it) next to the driveway that I would like to be ground down as low as possible (bottom of driveway slab next to it if possible) These are all smal, but slightly higher to pull out and are softwood and a couple of rotten stumps Easy access as all the front yard and you can back pretty much up to it

Remove tree stump

$50

Cremorne NSW 2090, Australia

2nd Sep 2026

Remove two small tree stumps

Great job! Super efficient and got the work done quickly and same day

Remove small backyard tree + lilly pillies and grind stumps — Redfern

$300

Redfern NSW 2016, Australia

30th Aug 2026

I need someone to complete a straightforward backyard tree-removal, stump-grinding and cleanup job in Redfern. Photos are attached. Scope of work 1. Remove one small-to-medium backyard tree • Safely cut down and remove the tree shown in the photos. • It is not a large tree or major arborist job, but it will need to be cut down carefully due to fences, garden beds and surrounding structures. • Remove all branches, trunk sections and debris from site. 2. Remove approximately 10 established lilly pillies • The lilly pillies have already been heavily cut back. • Cut the remaining trunks/stems down as low as practical. • Grind the remaining lilly pilly stumps/root crowns below ground level, or use another suitable method that prevents regrowth and leaves the garden bed usable. • Remove all cut material, stump grindings if required, and green waste from site. Quote requirements Please provide your best all-inclusive fixed-price quote for the complete job, including: • Labour. • All cutting, stump-grinding and removal equipment. • Tree and lilly pilly removal. • Green-waste, branch and timber removal/disposal. • Any loading, transport, access and cleanup costs. • Leaving the site tidy and the garden beds usable. Please state any assumptions or exclusions upfront. A site inspection can be arranged if needed, but the attached photos should provide a good initial indication of the job.

Orlando was amazing. Our property had limited access for some of his machinery but that didn’t stop Orlando who did the work manually without any complaints. I couldn’t recommend Orlando enough.

Remove stump and paint fence

$200

Rochedale South QLD, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Remove hedge stump and replant a plant in place. Paint fence

Michael was friendly and helpful with removing hedge stump.

Stump grinder - Springfield

$10

Springfield QLD 4300, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Need some to come out and grind these stumps down. Hoping for asap. Today, tomorrow or early next week.

Michael was bloody awesome thank you mate

Reposting - Remove 4 magnolia little Gem stumps 7-15cm diameter.

$200

Moonee Ponds VIC 3039, Australia

26th Aug 2026

-Report (emergency last week and couldn’t get done) -4 magnolia little gem stumps to be removed. -7cm to 15vm approx diameter. They were cut down to 15cm above ground 12 months ago. -on raised garden bed.

Highly recommend Chris, did a great job with the task posted!

Grind down tree stump

$200

Sydney NSW 2142, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Grind down one tree stump, it’s a palm tree. Already cut down the tree, just the stump remains.

Great work on the tree stump.

Remove a small tree stump

$100

Forestville NSW 2087, Australia

24th Aug 2026

I need a professional gardener to remove a small tree stump in preparation for a fencing job. Location Forestville Done before 29 August

Orlando did a great job in a timely manner. Highly recommended.

Remove stump

$50

Berkeley Vale NSW 2261, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Removal of this stump from old garden

Amazing work, and efficient

Stump grinding

$100

Baulkham Hills NSW, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Stump grinding ( image attached )

Thanks to Omar, he was able to remove a large difficult stump just in time before our concreting work. Reliable and great communication. Thanks

Stump grinding x 4 tree stumps

$300

Murrumba Downs QLD 4503, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

3 hedge stumps from the front yard need to be ground, along with a grevillia stump from the backyard.

Chris was on point and very professional. He went above and beyond for me.

Tree stump removal

$150

Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

I would like someone experienced with stump grinder and other professional tools to come and get rid of this tree stump and roots please, it was a Christmas tree which I've trimmed down. The plan is to clear off this spot and plant something new here later. Thank you.

Cool guy. Punctual and got the job done without fuss. Definitely recommend for stump removal jobs. Just to make sure there is clearance of minimum 900mm for his powerful grinder machine to come through. Thanks mate!

Stump removal

$100

Everton Hills QLD, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

I have a stump i need removed. Dig it up, rip it out, however you like, just get it gone. Pretty good access, we tried pulling it up with our ute but the snatch snapped.

On time. Professional and friendly. Would definitely hire again.

Dig out 2 cascade palm stumps

$90

Holland Park QLD 4121, Australia

22nd Aug 2026

Dig out and take away two Cascade palm stumps.

Very professional! Would use Michael again.