
Hobart Professional Arborists
Speak to Our Experienced Arborists
When searching for a knowledgeable and certified arborist in Hobart, Jim’s Trees is your obvious answer. Our customer service has continued to grow over the decades with our dedication to providing only high quality arborist services at cost-effective prices. Our Tasmanian team of qualified arborists always use the best tools and techniques for your unique needs, while maintaining safe practices.
We offer a free quote for every job, so you’re not surprised by the costs of professional services after our work has been completed. Every job completed by our Jim’s team is covered by our industry leading $10 million insurance policy. This means you can feel secure about costs and safety while our team performs high quality services. Your trees are the top priority for our qualified Hobart arborists, learn about how arborists use their expertise for tree removal and essential maintenance.
Why Are Arborists Important?
Arborists are certified experts at providing diligent tree services for a variety of unique needs your tree may require. Our Hobart arborists care about maintaining the structural integrity and health of trees to keep them thriving in their environment.
Delivering a variety of tree maintenance is important for the environment around an unhealthy tree, as an unwell tree is an unsafe one. Larger trees prone to growing within Tasmania can become hazardous for workplaces, homes and community spaces.
All our local arborists have in-depth knowledge, with our team members successfully acquiring their AQF Level 3 qualifications in horticulture or arboriculture. This allows our qualified team to make informed decisions based on various tree types and maintenance requirements.

Second to None Service
Obligation-free quotes
To provide a great service, we start by offering a free quote for every job, so you can enquire without commitments or obligations. The level of risk involved, the use of dangerous machinery, and the technical skills required means that tree services aren’t always cheap. To this end, we believe in transparency when it comes to the cost of a job and the prices we charge. That’s why we provide up front quotes for every job and have no hidden fees.
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
No one likes to take on unnecessary risk. While the job of climbing up a dying tree and lopping from the top down is unquestionably dangerous, hiring someone to do it doesn’t have to be.
We take the financial risk out of tree removal in Melbourne by protecting our customers with comprehensive insurance coverage. We spare no expense in protecting every single job we do with an industry-leading $10 million insurance policy.
Tree Removal Permit Assistance
Whether you need full tree or just stump removal, you may require permission from your local council prior to the works. Our local crews are familiar with the council process and are happy to share any experience or knowledge they may have that could assist you with your application. We also have a collection of resources on local council regulation that can help you to navigate your local tree protection laws and permit application process.
Arborists Services in Hobart
Our arborist’s services include tree pruning, tree removal and stump removal. Additional services include
Professional Arborist Reports
Professional Arborist Reports provide detailed assessment for individual trees, to outline the best strategy for tree care and management. These reports are conducted by our qualified arborists who specialise in tree species’ health, safety, and maintenance. Professional reports address dangerous trees concerns such as disease, damage, structural issues and overweight branches. Based on our insights, expert recommendations are provided on unique tree needs.
Our Hobart locals know the importance of maintaining trees in their environment. Our knowledge of Hobart tree species and regulations allows you to take a deep breath, as you receive accurate and relevant information for tree care and council compliance.
Emergency & Storm Debris Cleanup
When drastic events occur trees can become a threat to homes and lives if not cared for and cleaned up correctly. Our Hobart arborists provide emergency tree services when an urgent issue is pressing and there is no time to obtain council permits. Our skilled professionals can handle various urgent scenarios, such as fallen trees and dangerously heavy branches. Hobart knows fire safety is associated with being the second driest Australian city, protecting your community and mitigating the risk of property damage with arborists’ help.
Council works
We’re able to provide invaluable tree services to local councils and building works on residential and commercial properties. While councils usually have their own arborists, they are prone to seek assistance from qualified professionals within the Hobart community, for significant jobs. Jim’s expertise in maintaining and enhancing community safety in public areas, schools, and streets. We specialise in tasks in storm cleanup, power line and fire safety, and removal of excessively heavy branches.
Power Line Clearance
Our arborist team prioritises the safety of your family and community by creating a secure and appropriate distance between trees and power lines, effectively reducing the risk of potential fire hazards. Through regular inspections and maintenance such as tree pruning, we ensure that tree branches maintain a reasonable separation from power lines. This preventive measure significantly reduces the chances of catastrophic damage caused by electricity interacting with branches.
Common Questions
How much does tree removal cost?
The cost of tree removal and services vary, depending on factors such as tree size and safety considerations. Our Hobart arborist’s price guide provides an overview of the factors taken into account for residential and commercial tree services. While it is not possible to provide an exact estimate, the average cost for tree removal typically ranges from $800 to $1200.
Should I remove a tree myself
It is highly recommended to trust tree removal and dangerous branch work to qualified professionals. Our team has extensive training, utilising specialised tools and techniques in a safe manner, which non-arborists, unfortunately, may lack. Tree removal is hazardous, do not remove a tree without rigorous training, safety protocols and equipment.
When should you remove a tree?
Tree removal should be considered only when recommended by your arborist or in an emergency. Our Hobart tree services include health assessments that help identify whether and when your trees should be removed. Always consult our professionals to determine the appropriate course of action.
Experience the Jim’s Trees difference
DIY tree lopping is full of risks, which is why we don’t recommend taking tree care into your own hands. If anything goes wrong, it can put you in serious danger, as well as cause damage to nearby property or neighbouring trees. Special tools and equipment are needed for tree removal and other cutting services – and this is where Jim’s Trees comes in.
As professional tree loppers, we apply our expertise to ensure your property is safe, and we never cut down a tree unless it’s absolutely necessary. By taking proper care of the trees around your home, you can increase the value of your property and avoid making mistakes that could be costly in the long-run.
At Jim’s, we’re focused on providing the best customer service to every customer, and all tree loppers and arborists in our team strive for only the highest standards in their work.
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