Tree Removal
We’re a leading and trusted name in tree maintenance and removal.
Tree services we offer in Melbourne
Anyone with trees knows how precious it is to find a quality tree care service that provides fast, affordable and safe removal of trees. We offer professional arborist support that extends beyond tree removal services into all areas of tree works.
Everything from property development and renovations, to risk mitigation and environmental preservation, can be helped by the extraction of obstructive or damaged trees. Tree removal is an essential part of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for your home and your community. Trees can become hazardous or obstructive in a number of ways.
Storms are one of the most common causes of damaged and falling trees. However, while many people become conscious of the condition of their trees during or after a strong storm, it is important to be proactive in safeguarding your home. Age, disease, damage and neglect can each lead to the deterioration of a healthy tree and the need to remove it from your property.
Healthy trees too, can cause headaches for homeowners. The root system of a tree can grow up to 12x the length of its branches. This can lead to a whole host of underground issues for your property, from busted pipes to cracked walls and pavement.
Our tree removal process
Trees come in all sorts of sizes, shapes and locations. As such, our removal process must be adaptable to whatever circumstance that may come our way. From climbing and dismembering trees, to using a crane to extract them from difficult locations, we have the tools and the experience to deal with any challenge.
For a job dealing with large mature trees, we generally use a team of four tree removalists. This team will consist of a climber, a backup climber in case of emergencies and two more ground crew. Our team can normally take these large trees apart and remove them from a property within 1-2 hours.
The team will conduct an onsite safety check to identify and plan for any nearby obstacles or hazards before commencing the job
Once the lines are set, the climber will use a chainsaw to slowly dismantle the tree, piece by piece, lowering the segments down to the ground crew
The climber will scale the tree and set up his lines
Once all branches and canopy have been removed, the climber will either dismantle the trunk from the top down, or – depending on the available space – descend so the crew can fell the entire tree
The team on the ground will remove the green waste from the site, wood-chipping any of the larger pieces
The remaining green waste is then broken down by the wood chipper and removed from the property
The crew conduct a final sweep of the property to ensure it is left in as good, or better condition than when we started the job
Our tree removal process
FAQ
How much does Tree Removal cost
A job removing a medium-sized tree typically costs between $600 and $800. A large, mature tree will cost anywhere from $1500 to remove, depending on the size and circumstance.
A job removing a medium-sized tree typically costs between $600 and $800. A large, mature tree will cost anywhere from $1500 to remove, depending on the size and circumstance.
Why does tree removal cost so much?
A tree removal job is a premium service because it is dangerous work that requires qualified expertise, extra staff, equipment and insurance. The price of tree removal includes the cost of a skilled team, industrial tools, full insurance coverage, essential safety training, onsite safety measures and a final cleanup of the site. While many services will offer discount rates by cutting some of these important elements, we provide a premium service without compromising the best interests of our clients, the condition of their property and the safety of our crew.
Why do we need a proffesional tree removal service
The need for a professional tree removal service stems from the same reasons it is a premium service – it is dangerous and technical work that requires the right training, team, insurance and equipment. While we do offer wood-chipping services for those who wish to cut down their own trees, we highly recommend the use of a licensed Arborist to avoid personal and public safety risks
Do I need a tree removal permit?
Whether you need a permit to cut down your private tree depends on your location, the type of tree and the reasons for removing it. For guidelines on pruning and removing private trees throughout Victoria, visit our library for region-specific advice
What are the penalties for cutting a tree without a permit?
The financial penalties for damaging or destroying a protected tree without a permit can be steep. We encourage anyone considering significant work on their private trees to first check with their local council to ensure no laws will be violated in the process of the job.
Tree and Stump Removal
Stump removal is an important element of removing a tree that can often be forgotten. If a tree stump is left to rot, it can bring in unwanted rodents, infestations and disease. The root system of a dead tree can live on through the stump and continue to expand. The resilient roots will divert precious water and nutrients in the soil away from the rest of your garden in order to support the undead root system. In addition to depriving the rest of your plants of essential resources, the aggressive roots can push up through the soil and cause cracks in pavement and walls.
As you can see, it is highly recommended that you think about stump removal when considering a tree removal job. We offer stump grinding and stump removal services with all of our tree works. The most efficient and sustainable form of stump removal is stump grinding. A stump grinder is a large machine with circular blades fitted with tungsten teeth that can tear apart the wood and grind down the stump. This is preferable to poison, which can soak into the soil and hurt the chemical balance of your soil. It is also a superior method to a complete stump extraction. Stump removal jobs that rip the roots from the ground will generally have a much greater impact on the land. As the roots can grow far beyond the branches of the tree, stump extraction is an unnecessarily harmful strategy that requires more effort and time.
In order to safely remove, tree stumps must be ground down through a stump grinder to the level of the soil or below. Cutting off the roots from the stump will eventually kill off the rest of the growth without the need to dig up the entire yard. Professional tree services like this are far cheaper when bundled together. Instead of paying for a stump removal job separately, speak with our friendly arborists about including the extra service in your free quote. For more information, contact us and speak with our friendly customer service team on 131546.
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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.
Jim’s Trees can help you all around Australia
With teams located all over Australia, we can offer tree lopping in Melbourne , Sydney , Brisbane, Gold Coast, Adelaide, Perth and everywhere else. No matter if you’re looking for tree removal, tree pruning or stump grinding, our specialists can come out to you to assist with all your tree care needs.
See our locations page for a full list of areas we service.
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