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Recent Tree Surgeons reviews in South East Melbourne
Great job!! Very happy with the service..
Stump removal
$200
He is very reliable and quick. Very happy to deal with and very satisfied with his quality work. Strongly recommended.
Cutting two Yucca stumps up to ground level
$150
very good thanks
Tree Stump Removal in glen waverley
$100
David done a great job at grinding my yakka stumps. David was amazing to deal with a great communication made you feel at ease your task was going to done . He was very tidy in his work and cleaned up after himself . I highly recommend David to anyone. Thanks David for such a great job .
Remove Yakka stumps
$150
Tom was very professional and the job is very well done. I am very pleased and won't hesitate to recommend his work to others.
Small stump removed
$100
Thank you Tharshi Nice fella Prompt responses Recommend to all
Remove tree
$100
What's the average cost of a tree surgeon in South East Melbourne
$175 - $400
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$175
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$250
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$400
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Recent Stump Removal reviews in South East Melbourne
David done a great job at grinding my yakka stumps. David was amazing to deal with a great communication made you feel at ease your task was going to done . He was very tidy in his work and cleaned up after himself . I highly recommend David to anyone. Thanks David for such a great job .
Remove Yakka stumps
$150
Tom was very professional and the job is very well done. I am very pleased and won't hesitate to recommend his work to others.
Small stump removed
$100
very good thanks
Tree Stump Removal in glen waverley
$100
On time, quick job, easy to communicate with. Thanks for your help David. Highly recommend. Regards, Safi
Stump grinder
$120
Great job!! Very happy with the service..
Stump removal
$200
He is very reliable and quick. Very happy to deal with and very satisfied with his quality work. Strongly recommended.
Cutting two Yucca stumps up to ground level
$150
What's the average cost of a stump removal service in South East Melbourne
$150 - $310
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$150
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$235
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$310
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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 South East Melbourne
Stump tree removal
$450
Botanic Ridge VIC 3977, Australia
23rd Sep 2026
Tree at front house to be remove
River rock and yukka stump removal
$250
Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
Removal of river rocks Removal of 3-4 yukka stumps - stumps already at ground level just need to be dug out completely
Remove trees/plant and take away
$300
Chadstone VIC 3148, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
I have two I think they are umbrella trees and one plant to be removed from garden bed including roots and taken away from back yard in Chadstone Victoria
Thanks so much, reliable and great job
Prune tree
$100
Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
Prune tree to fence line Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: 50m²-150m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Stump grinding
$180
Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia
18th Sep 2026
Stump grind old palm tree. It's located in back yard. There's a set of 4 step 980mm wide and a gradual incline to access the back yard.
Arborist tree cutting
$123
Mount Waverley VIC 3149, Australia
18th Sep 2026
Cut trees to size as photos. Keep at around 6-7 feet
Highly recommended!
Remove Garden Stumps & Plants/Shrubs – Narre Warren
$250
Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia
17th Sep 2026
Hi, I’m looking for someone experienced and reliable to help with some garden removal work at my home in Narre Warren. Work required: * Photos 3 & 4: Remove the existing stump completely, including as much of the root system as reasonably possible. * Photos 1 & 2: Remove the pictured plants/shrubs completely, including their stumps/root bases. * Leave the garden beds reasonably level, tidy and ready for future landscaping/planting. * Care to be taken around the existing garden edging, retaining blocks, irrigation and surrounding areas. I have a green waste bin available, which can be used for as much of the garden waste as possible. Any excess waste that does not fit in the bin will need to be removed and disposed of by the Airtasker. Please bring all necessary tools/equipment required to complete the job properly. I’m looking for someone who is reliable, honest, reasonably priced and experienced with this type of work. There is potentially quite a bit of additional gardening/landscaping work around the property after this job, which I’d be happy to discuss separately with the right person. When making an offer, please confirm that your price includes full removal, cleanup and disposal of excess green waste, and let me know if you use a stump grinder or another method for removing the stumps. Thanks 👍
Phong and his mate did a great job with the landscaping work, including removing the trees and cleaning up afterwards. They were friendly, reliable and easy to deal with, and left the area neat and tidy. Really happy with the work and would definitely recommend them. 👍
Prune tree branch
$70
Oakleigh South VIC 3167, Australia
17th Sep 2026
Prune the branches of a tree a d clear the green waste.
Remove 2 stumps, soil and level 1m × 6.5m garden bed.
$500
Dingley Village VIC 3172, Australia
16th Sep 2026
The garden bed is approximately 1 metre wide × 6.5 metres long, with a raised height of around 20-30 cm. The work required: 1. Remove two existing tree stumps. 2. Remove all the soil and garden bed. 3.Level area to the other side of fence
Remove Tree and Roots
$250
Clayton VIC 3168, Australia
1st Sep 2026
cut down trees and remove stumps no rubbish be left behind
Top Shelf Prompt, efficient, cleans up Highly recommend
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.
Chainsaw a bit of my stump to take away height
$120
Dandenong North VIC 3175, Australia
1st Aug 2026
I need someone to chainsaw off a bit of my stump. I don’t have my chainsaw anymore. This won’t take long, you don’t need to fully remove it
Abdullah completed the work in timely fashion and I was happy with his work. I would recommend him
Install a downlight (not needed) and remove tree branches.
$200
Mulgrave VIC 3170, Australia
26th Jul 2026
I need someone to perform two tasks: The downlight has been easily replaced my self so not need the task anymore. Only the tree trimming. 2. Cut the branches on the apple tree next to the veranda.The apple tree is attached in the photo, as well as a small lemon tree next to it.
Great service, would recommend
Tree removal
$200
Noble Park VIC 3174, Australia
20th Jul 2026
I need one orange tree removed and an olive tree trimmed.
Would reccomend Daley for any gardening or tree service. Thanks mate, will be calling you when I’m ready to tackle the remaining jungle.
Palm Tree Pruning
$200
Berwick VIC 3806, Australia
18th Jul 2026
I need most of the leaves and fruit removed, including all dead or dried leaves. Please do not accept this job unless you have a ladder approximately 7–8 metres long and the appropriate professional equipment and safety gear. This is high-risk work. The contractor accepts full responsibility for their own safety and any risks involved. Thanks!
Great worker . Nice job
Remove Large Yucca Plants and Remove Stumps
$150
Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia
30th Jun 2026
Looking for an experienced gardener or tree removal contractor to remove a large clump of mature yucca plants from my backyard. The job includes: Cutting down and removing all yucca plants. Removing all green waste from the property. Completely removing the stumps and root balls so the area is level to redo fence. Leaving the site clean and tidy after completion. The yuccas are mature with multiple trunks and are located along a fence line, as shown in the attached photo. Please bring all necessary tools and equipment to cut dow, remove stump and plant.
On time, great work ethic, honest and reliable
Two stumps to be removed
$250
Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia
25th Jun 2026
Two stumps to be removed - we can cut one of the stumps down before the job.
Bill did a terrific job with a couple of stump removals for us in Wheelers Hill. Great communication, very efficient, and his quotes were fair and reasonable. Highly, highly recommended. Thank you!
Small Stump Removal
$150
Berwick VIC 3806, Australia
16th Jun 2026
Need a small stump removed from our garden. Small but stubborn. Have tried burning it and an excavator with no luck. Think a stump grinder is needed.
Excellent! Removed an incredibly large and difficult stump with ease
Stump and tree removal
$500
Doveton VIC, Australia
3rd Jun 2026
I have one large stump and two small trees to be removed also.
Very freindly kind hard working man thank you so very much for doing the job for me I realy appreciate it. I recommend you for awsome service :-)
Tree removal and stump removal
$300
Glen Waverley, Victoria
30th May 2026
I am looking for an experienced and fully insured tree lopper to completely remove a hardwood tree located in my front yard (in front of garage) and on easement area (sewer pipeline). Tree is hardwood, 4 metres, canopy 2 metres wide, trunk circumference: 50 cm Access: The tree is on the side of garage next to wall border with neighbor, ~ 1.5 metres away from the road Scope of Work: Cut down and completely remove the tree. Full green waste removal and clean up (leave the area tidy). Stump removal Requirements: Must have your own professional tools and safety equipment. Must have active Public Liability Insurance (please confirm this when making an offer). Thank you
Punctual and good service
Recent Stump Removal tasks in South East Melbourne
Stump tree removal
$450
Botanic Ridge VIC 3977, Australia
23rd Sep 2026
Tree at front house to be remove
River rock and yukka stump removal
$250
Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia
22nd Sep 2026
Removal of river rocks Removal of 3-4 yukka stumps - stumps already at ground level just need to be dug out completely
Stump grinding
$180
Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia
18th Sep 2026
Stump grind old palm tree. It's located in back yard. There's a set of 4 step 980mm wide and a gradual incline to access the back yard.
Remove Garden Stumps & Plants/Shrubs – Narre Warren
$250
Narre Warren VIC 3805, Australia
17th Sep 2026
Hi, I’m looking for someone experienced and reliable to help with some garden removal work at my home in Narre Warren. Work required: * Photos 3 & 4: Remove the existing stump completely, including as much of the root system as reasonably possible. * Photos 1 & 2: Remove the pictured plants/shrubs completely, including their stumps/root bases. * Leave the garden beds reasonably level, tidy and ready for future landscaping/planting. * Care to be taken around the existing garden edging, retaining blocks, irrigation and surrounding areas. I have a green waste bin available, which can be used for as much of the garden waste as possible. Any excess waste that does not fit in the bin will need to be removed and disposed of by the Airtasker. Please bring all necessary tools/equipment required to complete the job properly. I’m looking for someone who is reliable, honest, reasonably priced and experienced with this type of work. There is potentially quite a bit of additional gardening/landscaping work around the property after this job, which I’d be happy to discuss separately with the right person. When making an offer, please confirm that your price includes full removal, cleanup and disposal of excess green waste, and let me know if you use a stump grinder or another method for removing the stumps. Thanks 👍
Phong and his mate did a great job with the landscaping work, including removing the trees and cleaning up afterwards. They were friendly, reliable and easy to deal with, and left the area neat and tidy. Really happy with the work and would definitely recommend them. 👍
Remove 2 stumps, soil and level 1m × 6.5m garden bed.
$500
Dingley Village VIC 3172, Australia
16th Sep 2026
The garden bed is approximately 1 metre wide × 6.5 metres long, with a raised height of around 20-30 cm. The work required: 1. Remove two existing tree stumps. 2. Remove all the soil and garden bed. 3.Level area to the other side of fence
Stump grinding removal
$80
Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia
14th Sep 2026
Stump grinding removal there is access to backyard. Fence is getting removed so does not matter if you touch the fence
Highly recommended.
Soil turning and Agave stump removal
$100
Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia
12th Sep 2026
Need soil turned in garden bed back yard - garden bed is 1 metre wide L shape around 9metre each side. Need agave stump removal in front yard 3 stumps at front plus 1 smaller stump at side. Happy to have quotes separated if you can only do one or the other.
Stump grinding
$200
Melbourne VIC 3805, Australia
12th Sep 2026
Remove 10 yukka plants stumps or grind
Stump removal
$200
Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia
10th Sep 2026
Removal of 3 stumps Between 30cm and 50cm diameter Tree has been chopped months ago Removal on weekend Easy access (1 in front yard), 2 in back yard
Great job efficient and friendly
Chainsaw a bit of my stump to take away height
$120
Dandenong North VIC 3175, Australia
1st Aug 2026
I need someone to chainsaw off a bit of my stump. I don’t have my chainsaw anymore. This won’t take long, you don’t need to fully remove it
Abdullah completed the work in timely fashion and I was happy with his work. I would recommend him
Remove Large Yucca Plants and Remove Stumps
$150
Noble Park North VIC 3174, Australia
30th Jun 2026
Looking for an experienced gardener or tree removal contractor to remove a large clump of mature yucca plants from my backyard. The job includes: Cutting down and removing all yucca plants. Removing all green waste from the property. Completely removing the stumps and root balls so the area is level to redo fence. Leaving the site clean and tidy after completion. The yuccas are mature with multiple trunks and are located along a fence line, as shown in the attached photo. Please bring all necessary tools and equipment to cut dow, remove stump and plant.
On time, great work ethic, honest and reliable
Two stumps to be removed
$250
Wheelers Hill VIC 3150, Australia
25th Jun 2026
Two stumps to be removed - we can cut one of the stumps down before the job.
Bill did a terrific job with a couple of stump removals for us in Wheelers Hill. Great communication, very efficient, and his quotes were fair and reasonable. Highly, highly recommended. Thank you!
Small Stump Removal
$150
Berwick VIC 3806, Australia
16th Jun 2026
Need a small stump removed from our garden. Small but stubborn. Have tried burning it and an excavator with no luck. Think a stump grinder is needed.
Excellent! Removed an incredibly large and difficult stump with ease
Stump and tree removal
$500
Doveton VIC, Australia
3rd Jun 2026
I have one large stump and two small trees to be removed also.
Very freindly kind hard working man thank you so very much for doing the job for me I realy appreciate it. I recommend you for awsome service :-)
Tree removal and stump removal
$300
Glen Waverley, Victoria
30th May 2026
I am looking for an experienced and fully insured tree lopper to completely remove a hardwood tree located in my front yard (in front of garage) and on easement area (sewer pipeline). Tree is hardwood, 4 metres, canopy 2 metres wide, trunk circumference: 50 cm Access: The tree is on the side of garage next to wall border with neighbor, ~ 1.5 metres away from the road Scope of Work: Cut down and completely remove the tree. Full green waste removal and clean up (leave the area tidy). Stump removal Requirements: Must have your own professional tools and safety equipment. Must have active Public Liability Insurance (please confirm this when making an offer). Thank you
Punctual and good service
Tree stump grinding approx 15 stumps
$400
Cranbourne North VIC 3977, Australia
15th May 2026
Need approx 15 stumps grinded out All different sizes, only two or 3 large stumps
On time. Great work grinding down all the stumpa. Would recommend
Front yard has two stumps that need removing and overall tidiness.
$200
Hampton Park VIC, Australia
13th May 2026
Need two stumps removed and ground leveled, tidiness of the area would be great too. Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes
Thanks David for your work today.
Stump removal
$100
Narre Warren South VIC 3805, Australia
11th May 2026
Tree stump removal Approx 40cm diameter Stump has been cut and decaying since mid 2022. Easy access
Great service, would use again.
Stump removal
$150
Glen Waverley, Victoria
29th Apr 2026
We need 1 and 1/2 stumps removed. 1 stump has already been half removed - see images. Located Glen Waverley. Must be a good price as job is for a pensioner. Need machine to finish the job.
Amazing job taking our yukkas out. And cleaned up so nicely. Highly recommend!
Garden hedge stumps removal
$300
Oakleigh South, Victoria
6th Apr 2026
I am looking for someone to remove 15 Pittosporum hedge stumps from my property. The hedges have already been cut down to ground level, so the task is strictly for the removal of the stumps and root systems only. No foliage or branch disposal is required. Quantity: 15 stumps. Stump Size: Approximately 130-200mm each. Soil: Silty sand for mininum 70cm deep and silty clay underneath. Access: Easy access via driveway width up to 2000mm. Height clearance of 2.5m due to carport. Requirements: You must provide your own equipment (stump grinder or excavator). Disposal: Not required, mulch will be left on site. No underground utilities under or near the stumps. Garden bed will be removed before the job.
Michael is a legend. He is well prepared, skilled and genuine. Rarely come across people like him.
Recent Tree Cut Back tasks in South East Melbourne
Mow grass and cut back trees
$100
Berwick VIC, Australia
27th Dec 2023
need lawn mowed and trees trim back only a small yard Type of gardening: Lawn mowing, Hedge trimming Size of garden: 50m²-100m² Has green waste bin: No - Due date: Needs to be done on Wednesday, 27 December 2023
Hayden did an amazing job was really lovely and easy to talk to, was punctual and very helpful!
Cut back trees along fence
$150
Wheelers Hill VIC, Australia
10th Oct 2023
Trees trimmed along fence line Type of gardening: Other Size of garden: Under 50m² Has green waste bin: Yes - Due date: Flexible





