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Recent Tree Surgeons reviews in East Melbourne

Fast and efficient

Tree removal and green waste removal

$700

Brilliant.

Remove tree branches

$250

Great work

Tidy up front yard and remove tree

$170

Absolutely fantastic job, on time and flawless Highly recommend this Airtasker

Removal of four smallish tree stumps

$100

Good job, nice person

Stumps removal

$160

Excellent work. Punctual and friendly. Highly recommended.

Tree removal

$180

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

$168 - $485

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$168

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$250

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$485

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Average reviews for Tree Surgeons Services in East Melbourne

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Recent Stump Removal reviews in East Melbourne

Good job, nice person

Stumps removal

$160

Great service! Super quick

Stump removal

$40

Excellent job. Thanks mate

Tree Stump Removed

$50

Absolutely fantastic job, on time and flawless Highly recommend this Airtasker

Removal of four smallish tree stumps

$100

Excellent service. Highly recommend

Stump grinding

$300

Great choice - arrived on time, fully equipped, personable and efficient. One of the best equipped Airtaskers you'll find with a good range of tools and obviously prepared for a wide range of tasks. Certainly recommend for whatever job you need done. Tackled my own job despite unforeseen difficulties, and cleaned up at the end.

Remove Cordyline tree and stump and take everything away.

$100

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

based on 198 reviews

4.96

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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 East Melbourne

Remove/grind down tree stump

$180

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

15th Oct 2025

Grind down or remove tree stump

Remove tree

$200

Balwyn VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2025

There is a small old tree that has been pruned/trimmed that has pushed over a small fence - tree needs to be cut - stump can stay And general gardening - mow and clean up

Stump grind small stump

$50

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2025

Stump grind down small stump below the surface 100mm

Small tree (ficus) stump removal and relocating another.

$200

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

11th Oct 2025

Removal of a ficus stump. Ficus plants are around 2m high. I’ve cut them back so only stump needs removing. I would also like another ficus (2m high) relocated in the back yard - shouldn’t be a long job

Aggressive tree pruning for 40yr old oak tree

$350

Templestowe Lower, Victoria, Australia

11th Oct 2025

We have an old oak tree in our private backyard without any heritage overlay on the tree. Posted once but the tasker we selected 'Ben R' didn't show up or respond so here we are with the same task.

Remove a small stump and relocate a back yard plant

$200

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

9th Oct 2025

We have several ficus plants that are around 2 metres tall. One died and I would like to have the stump removed and I would require another ficus relocated. Should be a quick and easy job for the right person with the right equipment 👍

4 Tree Removal + Termite-Focused Stump Plan (A–D itemised)

$2,000

Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia

9th Oct 2025

💰 Budget shown: $2,000 (Option C – trees only placeholder; negotiable). 🎯 Priority: Termite prevention over lowest price — we’ll follow professional advice on which stumps are essential. 🖼️ [Scope (photos labelled ①–④ trees, S1 stump)] - Remove 4 trees: ① Front1, ② Front2, ③ Driveway, ④ Backyard (largest; ~2–3 m from house, sectional likely) - Stumps: from ①–④ (4 total) + S1 existing near house (termite concern) 🧾 [Please quote (itemised)] - A: 4 trees + grind all 5 stumps (①–④ + S1) - B: 4 trees + grind ④ + S1 only - C: 4 trees only (no grinding) - D (preferred): Your termite-risk assessment → which stumps are essential (distance/species/moisture) + price for that count ↳ Please include a fixed add-on rate per extra stump (e.g. $180–$250) for same-day decisions. 🐜 [Termite notes] - Please flag HIGH-RISK stumps (e.g., S1 near foundation, ④ within 2–3 m). - Advise on chip handling: remove chips near structures or keep well away from house/garden beds. 🏡 Site & access: - Side access; driveway access; exit path marked. 📋 Quick checklist (copy in your offer) - ✅ AQF3 + PL insurance (confirm; cert before start) - ✅ Method for Tree ④: sectional/rigging/EWP/crane — your recommendation - ✅ Inclusions: all waste off-site, clean finish, no hidden extras - ✅ Stumps: depth ≥30 cm + fixed add-on per extra stump - ✅ Termite advice: essential vs optional (brief reason) - ✅ Schedule: ETA, crew size 🤝 Budget & decision signals - We’ll pay more for essential grinding (A or D) if termite risk warrants it. - Looking for best professional advice, not just lowest price.

Tree and stump removal

$500

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

4th Oct 2025

We need a ficus tree cut down and stump removed as well as removal of the remains of a bougainvillea ( all branches already removed) and its stump removal . As per photos

Ali and his crew came within a couple of days after we posted the task. Tree removal was done within minutes and cleaned up. Stump removal completed on a follow up visit and cleaned up well.

Stump removal

$5

Hawthorn East, Victoria

1st Oct 2025

2 x stumps to be removed Must provide own stump grinder Each stump is approx 30-40cm at the top

Fantastic and great job

Trimming trees-arborist

$250

Mont Albert North VIC, Australia

8th Sep 2025

Need arborist to trim trees Would like to trim all trees on the drive way along the fences. Trying to match fence height. 7 trees within inside my boundary and a few coming over from neighbours side Type of gardening: Other, Hedge trimming Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes

Excellent work and nice people to work with. Thanks Nick and Rob.

Looking for tree arborist for one tree and one branch

$350

Kew East, Victoria

8th Sep 2025

Looking for a tree arborist to help me remove the following: 1. One Birch tree (approx 10m) and remove the stump 2. One branch from Robinia (approx 5m tall) Please find the photo attached for reference. Thanks

It was a pleasure working with Ali, they managed to compete the task and making sure the site is tidy and mess free. Easy to communicate and would recommend to others who want to get their job done ✅ well done! Thank you

Remove trees

$200

Mont Albert North VIC, Australia

27th Aug 2025

Remove existing trees and stumps from designated area 4 small to medium size and 2 shrub stumps

There’s a reason he has such a good rating! Over and above look no further

Remove Tree Stumps

$100

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

7th Aug 2025

Looking to get three stumps removed. See pictures.

Excellent guy.. knows his stuff. Flexible and make sure he gets the job done !!

Arborist to lop trees

$1,000

Glen Iris VIC, Australia

19th Jul 2025

* Reduce 1 x row height and sides of ornamental pears along rear property line down back to previous pruning points. * Reduce height and sides of 1 x row of ornamental pears along edge of pool. * Reduce height and clients side of 1 x row of ornamental pears along front garden right side. * Remove old possum nests. All machinery required and remove and mulch all clippings from the property.

Sadik was tasked with the job of trimming several rows of ornamental pair trees. Rather than just taking to these trees with a chainsaw, he showed great attention to detail climbing up through each tree cutting one branch at a time. After cleaning up and removing the green waste from site, the result looks amazing!

Small tree stump removal with mini bobcat/excavator

$5

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

3rd Jul 2025

I have dug around it. Chainsawed 2 roots but it must have another going straight down and I dont have time to dig anymore. I need someone with a mini bobcat to come and rip it out. Easy access as you can see by the photos. The whole tree is not chopped yet as I was using it as leverage but can cut it to whatever height you want The picture of the driveway shows a 2m tape measurer. Cant be much wider than that.

Showed up on time. Very polite. Very professional. Could not be happier

Small tree removal

$300

Surrey Hills, Victoria

26th Jun 2025

I need someone with experience removing trees to come to my home and remove a small overgrown tree from my backyard. I would like the person to also take with them, all the cuttings etc as well as I do not have the means to dispose of the green waste myself.

Tim was fantastic to work with. He made quick work of an overgrown tree in my yard without the use of heavy machinery and did a fantastic job. Highly recommend him. Will be using him again in the future.

Weeding front and back. Removal of palm tree branches (fallen off)

$200

Glenferrie Ward VIC, Australia

22nd Jun 2025

Weeding the front and back garden. Also removing a medium pile of palm trees branches from the back garden that have fallen off and sitting on the ground. Back alleyway entrance for Ute / trailer available for collection of branches.

Did an amazing job! Very happy with the work.

Stump poisoning and removal

$120

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

21st Jun 2025

I have two medium sized tree stumps that need to be poisoned and removed.

Did a good job grinding down my tree stumps and communicated well

Remove tree root from path

$150

Hawthorn VIC, Australia

9th Jun 2025

Removal of remainder of tree root on path. We have already removed most of it - just need help with the last bit pictured.

Chris was fantastic! Came quickly & did a very good job.

Yucca tree stump removal

$5

Doncaster East, Victoria

8th Jun 2025

I need a Yucca tree stump removed from the backyard. Please see the photos and send me your offers. The fence next to the tree can be removed if more room is needed - as a new fence is being installed. You equipment should not be wider than 1,000 mm to be able to access the backyard.

Really professional and easy to deal with. He went above and beyond as my site had a difficult access and he had to return the next day to finish it. Highly recommended.

Recent Stump Removal tasks in East Melbourne

Remove/grind down tree stump

$180

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

15th Oct 2025

Grind down or remove tree stump

Stump grind small stump

$50

Balwyn North VIC, Australia

14th Oct 2025

Stump grind down small stump below the surface 100mm

Small tree (ficus) stump removal and relocating another.

$200

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

11th Oct 2025

Removal of a ficus stump. Ficus plants are around 2m high. I’ve cut them back so only stump needs removing. I would also like another ficus (2m high) relocated in the back yard - shouldn’t be a long job

Remove a small stump and relocate a back yard plant

$200

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

9th Oct 2025

We have several ficus plants that are around 2 metres tall. One died and I would like to have the stump removed and I would require another ficus relocated. Should be a quick and easy job for the right person with the right equipment 👍

4 Tree Removal + Termite-Focused Stump Plan (A–D itemised)

$2,000

Templestowe Lower VIC, Australia

9th Oct 2025

💰 Budget shown: $2,000 (Option C – trees only placeholder; negotiable). 🎯 Priority: Termite prevention over lowest price — we’ll follow professional advice on which stumps are essential. 🖼️ [Scope (photos labelled ①–④ trees, S1 stump)] - Remove 4 trees: ① Front1, ② Front2, ③ Driveway, ④ Backyard (largest; ~2–3 m from house, sectional likely) - Stumps: from ①–④ (4 total) + S1 existing near house (termite concern) 🧾 [Please quote (itemised)] - A: 4 trees + grind all 5 stumps (①–④ + S1) - B: 4 trees + grind ④ + S1 only - C: 4 trees only (no grinding) - D (preferred): Your termite-risk assessment → which stumps are essential (distance/species/moisture) + price for that count ↳ Please include a fixed add-on rate per extra stump (e.g. $180–$250) for same-day decisions. 🐜 [Termite notes] - Please flag HIGH-RISK stumps (e.g., S1 near foundation, ④ within 2–3 m). - Advise on chip handling: remove chips near structures or keep well away from house/garden beds. 🏡 Site & access: - Side access; driveway access; exit path marked. 📋 Quick checklist (copy in your offer) - ✅ AQF3 + PL insurance (confirm; cert before start) - ✅ Method for Tree ④: sectional/rigging/EWP/crane — your recommendation - ✅ Inclusions: all waste off-site, clean finish, no hidden extras - ✅ Stumps: depth ≥30 cm + fixed add-on per extra stump - ✅ Termite advice: essential vs optional (brief reason) - ✅ Schedule: ETA, crew size 🤝 Budget & decision signals - We’ll pay more for essential grinding (A or D) if termite risk warrants it. - Looking for best professional advice, not just lowest price.

Tree and stump removal

$500

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

4th Oct 2025

We need a ficus tree cut down and stump removed as well as removal of the remains of a bougainvillea ( all branches already removed) and its stump removal . As per photos

Ali and his crew came within a couple of days after we posted the task. Tree removal was done within minutes and cleaned up. Stump removal completed on a follow up visit and cleaned up well.

Stump removal

$5

Hawthorn East, Victoria

1st Oct 2025

2 x stumps to be removed Must provide own stump grinder Each stump is approx 30-40cm at the top

Fantastic and great job

Tree stump removal

$250

Box Hill South VIC, Australia

23rd Sep 2025

1.Grind out stump / roots of buddleia shrub which had a trunk approx. 300mm wide, plus grind out surrounding suckers. 2.Grind out small stump /roots of small wax tree which has a trunk approx. 70mm wide. 3.Grind out small stump / roots of small grevilia which had a trunk approx. 70 mm wide. All within a few metres of each other. Access via garage door 1270 mm wide.

Tree stump removal, single stump and roots

$100

Deepdene VIC, Australia

22nd Sep 2025

Tree stump approx. 22cm wide above ground and roots.

Prompt, good work and good communicator

Remove shrub stumps and clean up

$150

Kew VIC, Australia

21st Sep 2025

There are 7 shrub stumps including roots that need to be removed from a front garden. Chainsaw and other tools required. Clean up and removal of green waste required,if possible - otherwise I will clean up and remove waste.

Stump tree grinder

$180

Box Hill VIC, Australia

19th Sep 2025

stump tree grinder ( 2 small ) and removal of branches

Tree Stump and Root Removal

$10

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

11th Sep 2025

The tree has only the trump and root left. Please see the photos, it tightly grips on the porch, therefore once it is taken out, the root needs to be carefully cleared and need to refill it with crushed rock to stabilize the foundation. Only expert apply to help please, thanks.

Need quickly remove some stumps

$10

Box Hill VIC, Australia

11th Sep 2025

Need to remove some stumps in my backyard and remove debris. Easy and pls quote a good price. Pls quote.

Estimate for tree and stump removal

$5

Box Hill South VIC 3128, Australia

10th Sep 2025

Need tree and stump removed. See photos.

Ali was quick efficient and friendly. Does the job well, highly recommended!

Remove Tree Stumps

$100

Burwood VIC 3125, Australia

7th Aug 2025

Looking to get three stumps removed. See pictures.

Excellent guy.. knows his stuff. Flexible and make sure he gets the job done !!

Small tree stump removal with mini bobcat/excavator

$5

Surrey Hills VIC, Australia

3rd Jul 2025

I have dug around it. Chainsawed 2 roots but it must have another going straight down and I dont have time to dig anymore. I need someone with a mini bobcat to come and rip it out. Easy access as you can see by the photos. The whole tree is not chopped yet as I was using it as leverage but can cut it to whatever height you want The picture of the driveway shows a 2m tape measurer. Cant be much wider than that.

Showed up on time. Very polite. Very professional. Could not be happier

Stump poisoning and removal

$120

Hawthorn East VIC, Australia

21st Jun 2025

I have two medium sized tree stumps that need to be poisoned and removed.

Did a good job grinding down my tree stumps and communicated well

Yucca tree stump removal

$5

Doncaster East, Victoria

8th Jun 2025

I need a Yucca tree stump removed from the backyard. Please see the photos and send me your offers. The fence next to the tree can be removed if more room is needed - as a new fence is being installed. You equipment should not be wider than 1,000 mm to be able to access the backyard.

Really professional and easy to deal with. He went above and beyond as my site had a difficult access and he had to return the next day to finish it. Highly recommended.

Chainsaw cut tree stump to bottom approx 30 cm diam

$45

Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia

26th May 2025

Cut as close as bottom as possible and then cut cross hatched.

Friendly and professional.

Remove and kill elm tree stump

$200

Blackburn South VIC, Australia

18th May 2025

We cut and grind our elm tree two years ago. However, it’s still alive sprouting suckers around the garden. We’d like to completely remove/ kill the tree stump and its roots. Would prefer not to use poison as we want replant another tree in the same area. The diameter of the trunk is about 1m wide (as per the red circle in the photo).

Great service and communication