Tree removal & arborists in Sydney's Hills DistrictBig trees, tight blocks. That's the Hills, and it's what we do.
Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding and arborist reports from Castle Hill to Dural, by qualified, insured local arborists. Fixed-price quotes, clean-up included.
- Same-day storm response
- Council application help
- Narrow-access equipment
- Green waste removed
Request a free quote
Takes a minute. We'll be in touch within a few business hours.
Qualified arborists
AQF Level 3 climbers and Level 5 consultants
Fully insured
Public liability cover on every job
Council approval help
We know The Hills Shire's tree rules
Clean-up included
Chipped and removed the same day
Tell us about the tree
Fill in the form with a couple of photos. Takes a minute, no phone tag.
Get a fixed price
A qualified local arborist reviews it, visits if needed, and gives you a written fixed-price quote. Often within a day or two.
Job done, site clean
Trees down safely, green waste chipped and gone, stump ground if you want it. You just point at what needs doing.
Pruning done properly
Reductions and clearance to AS 4373, so trees stay healthy and regrowth stays manageable. No topping, no lopping.
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Stumps gone, not just cut
Ground 200–300 mm below the surface with a grinder that fits through a standard side gate. Turf or pave over it next week.
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Storm season sorted
Same-day make-safe when a tree comes down, and the paperwork your insurer and the council will ask for.
Learn moreWhat we do
From a single overhanging branch to a full acreage clean-up.
Tree removal
Safe removal of dead, dangerous, storm-damaged or unwanted trees, including tight-access and over-house work.
Tree pruning and canopy reduction
Deadwooding, crown thinning, reduction and clearance from roofs, gutters and powerlines, pruned to the Australian standard.
Stump grinding
Stumps ground below ground level so you can turf, pave or replant over the spot.
Arborist reports
Reports for council tree applications, development applications and insurance, prepared by an AQF Level 5 arborist.
Emergency and storm damage
Fallen or split trees, branches on roofs, and trees threatening to fail. Priority response across the Hills.
Hedge trimming and shaping
Lilly pilly, murraya, photinia and conifer hedges trimmed square, reduced in height, or brought back under control.
Palm removal and cleaning
Cocos palm removal, and annual cleaning of dead fronds and seed pods from palms you're keeping.
Land and block clearing
Clearing scrub, weeds and unwanted trees for sheds, driveways, fences, arenas and new builds, with the approvals sorted first.
Tree health and pest assessments
Diagnosis and treatment advice for dieback, fungus, borers, root damage and trees that just don't look right.
Most Hills trees need a permit. We'll tell you straight.
The Hills Shire Council protects every tree on private land unless it's exempt, and unauthorised removal carries fines of up to $1.1 million. Before you cut anything, read our plain-English guide to what needs approval, what's exempt, and how to apply.
Read the council approval guideQuick check
- Dead, dying or dangerous? Often approvable, sometimes urgently by phone.
- Within 5 metres of the house? Usually exempt.
- Exempt species under 10 metres? No permit needed.
- Healthy native tree in the backyard? Almost certainly needs an application.
Where we work
Local arborists across The Hills Shire and the leafy edges of Hornsby, Parramatta and Blacktown.
What actually drives the price
Two trees the same height can be $800 apart. This is why.
Access
Can a chipper get near it, or does every branch get carried through a 900 mm gate?
What's underneath
A tree over lawn is a fell. A tree over a pool, roof or neighbour's fence is a rope-and-lower job.
Size and species
Height, trunk diameter and how the timber behaves. Some gums are heavy and brittle; that changes the rigging.
Council paperwork
A permit application and arborist report add cost and a few weeks, but skipping them can cost far more.
Advice for Hills homeowners
All articles3 November 2026
Fungus at the base of a tree: what it can mean
Mushrooms or a hard shelf at the foot of a big tree can be harmless or a sign of root decay. How to tell which, and what to check before the summer storms.
27 October 2026
What to do in the first hour after a tree comes down
A limb across the driveway or a gum on the roof after a Hills storm. What to do first, what to leave alone, and who to call in the first hour.
19 October 2026
Why a new lean matters more than an old one
A tree that has always leaned is usually fine. One that started leaning after a wet spell or a westerly is a different problem. Here's how to tell the two apart.
Common questions
Do I need council approval to remove a tree in the Hills?
Usually yes. Every tree is protected unless an exemption applies, such as being within 5 metres of your house or a small tree of an exempt species. Our council approval guide explains the rules, and we'll tell you where your tree stands when we quote.
How much does tree removal cost?
Small trees start around $500; large trees close to houses can run $2,500 to $6,000 or more. Access, size, and what's underneath the tree drive the price. Every quote is fixed and includes clean-up.
How quickly can you come out?
Quotes are usually arranged within a few days. Emergency storm work is prioritised and can often be attended the same day.
Who does the work?
Qualified climbing arborists with public liability insurance. Reports are prepared by an AQF Level 5 consulting arborist.