Frequently Asked Questions
Answers About Our Tree Services in Hobart
Planning tree work can raise questions about safety, costs, council requirements and the type of service your property needs. We've answered the questions customers ask most before arranging tree removal, pruning, stump grinding or vegetation clearing.
If your question isn't covered below, contact Julian directly on 0418 246 561. We offer free, no-obligation on-site quotes and can assess the tree before recommending a practical solution.
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General Tree Services Hobart FAQs
What tree services do you provide?
Trees R Us Tasmania provides a complete range of professional tree services for residential properties, commercial sites and local government projects. Our services include tree removal and felling, tree pruning, stump removal and grinding, vegetation and powerline clearing, emergency tree response and commercial tree maintenance.
We can assist with routine work as well as difficult projects involving large trees, confined spaces, storm damage or trees positioned near buildings and other structures.
Which areas do you service?
We provide tree services throughout Hobart and surrounding areas. Our service locations include Kingston, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, Richmond, Sorell, Bellerive, Howrah, Rosny, Moonah, New Town and Battery Point, along with many nearby suburbs.
If you are unsure whether your property is within our service area, call Julian to discuss your location and the work required.
Do you provide free quotes?
Yes. Trees R Us Tasmania provides free, no-obligation on-site quotes for planned tree work. An on-site assessment allows us to inspect the tree, understand the access conditions and identify any nearby hazards before providing an accurate quotation.
How much do tree services cost?
The cost depends on the size and condition of the tree, the work required, access to the property and the surrounding environment. A small pruning job will generally involve different equipment and planning from removing a large tree in a confined backyard.
Other factors may include proximity to buildings, fences, roads, powerlines or established garden areas. An on-site inspection is the best way to provide an accurate price.
Are your arborists qualified and insured?
Trees R Us Tasmania is led by qualified arborist Julian Coomer and has more than 40 years of tree industry experience. The business carries $20 million in Public Liability Insurance and maintains workers compensation insurance for the team.
Our work is completed using appropriate safety procedures, with Safe Work Method Statements used where applicable.
Tree Removal and Pruning Questions
How do I know whether a tree needs to be removed?
Tree removal may be considered when a tree is dead, badly damaged, structurally unstable or presenting an unacceptable risk to people or property. Removal may also be necessary when a tree interferes with approved construction, access or land development.
However, complete removal is not always the only option. Professional pruning may be enough to manage damaged, overgrown or poorly positioned branches. Julian can assess the tree and explain the most appropriate solution.
Can you remove trees from confined spaces?
Yes. Our team has experience removing trees from difficult and confined locations, including suburban backyards and areas close to homes, fences, sheds and established gardens.
The removal may be completed in controlled sections when there is not enough space to fell the entire tree. The method used will depend on the tree, available access and the hazards surrounding the work area.
Will you protect my garden and property during the work?
Our team takes care around existing gardens, buildings, fences and other parts of the property. Before starting, we assess the work area and plan how branches and sections of the tree will be managed.
While tree work can naturally create some temporary disturbance, we aim to minimise unnecessary damage and leave the site clean and tidy according to the agreed scope of work.
What types of tree pruning do you offer?
Our pruning services include crown raising, crown reduction, deadwooding, canopy maintenance, formative pruning and fruit tree pruning. We can also remove damaged, unsafe or overextended branches.
Tree pruning is completed using appropriate arboricultural procedures and in accordance with Australian Standards. The recommended method will depend on the tree's species, condition, location and the intended outcome.
Can you prune a tree instead of removing it?
Can you prune a tree instead of removing it?
In many cases, yes. Selective pruning may improve clearance, remove hazardous branches or manage the size and structure of a tree without requiring complete removal.
The tree must first be assessed to determine whether pruning can provide a safe and practical result. If the tree is severely damaged or structurally unstable, removal may still be recommended.
Do I need council approval before removing or pruning a tree?
Council requirements can vary according to the property, location, planning rules and the significance of the tree. Some trees may be protected or subject to specific planning controls.
Property owners should confirm whether approval is required before work begins. Trees R Us Tasmania can help identify when council requirements may need to be considered, but obtaining any necessary approval remains the property owner's responsibility.
Stump Grinding and Site Clearing
Is stump grinding included with tree removal?
Stump grinding is generally quoted as a separate service because not every customer wants the stump removed. If you would like the stump ground after tree removal, let us know when requesting your quote so both services can be assessed during the same visit.
What is the difference between stump grinding and stump removal?
Stump grinding uses specialised equipment to reduce the visible stump below ground level. Some roots remain underground and gradually break down over time.
Complete stump or root-ball removal involves removing considerably more underground material. The most suitable option depends on the stump, site access and how you plan to use the area afterwards.
Can the area be landscaped after stump grinding?
Stump grinding can make the area easier to reuse for turf, garden beds or general landscaping. However, the soil may settle as the remaining underground roots decompose.
If you plan to build, pave or install a permanent structure over the area, additional preparation may be required. Discuss your plans with Julian during the quotation so the work can be assessed accordingly.
Emergency and Specialist Tree Work
Do you provide emergency tree services?
Tree removal may be considered when a tree is dead, badly damaged, structurally unstable or presenting an unacceptable risk to people or property. Removal may also be necessary when a tree interferes with approved construction, access or land development.
However, complete removal is not always the only option. Professional pruning may be enough to manage damaged, overgrown or poorly positioned branches. Julian can assess the tree and explain the most appropriate solution.
What should I do if a tree falls during a storm?
Yes. Our team has experience removing trees from difficult and confined locations, including suburban backyards and areas close to homes, fences, sheds and established gardens.
The removal may be completed in controlled sections when there is not enough space to fell the entire tree. The method used will depend on the tree, available access and the hazards surrounding the work area.
Do you clear vegetation near powerlines?
We provide vegetation and line-clearing services following an inspection of the site. Work may include assessing trees near service lines, removing unsuitable branches and managing surrounding vegetation according to applicable requirements.
Because work near electrical infrastructure involves significant risks, you should never attempt to prune these branches yourself.
Can you clear trees blocking sunlight from solar panels?
Yes. We can assess trees and branches that are reducing sunlight reaching solar panels. Selective pruning or vegetation clearing may improve solar access, depending on the tree's location, condition and structure.
The recommended work will also consider the health of the tree and avoid removing more growth than necessary.
Do you offer commercial tree services?
Can you prune a tree instead of removing it?
Yes. Our tree services Hobart businesses and organisations can arrange include tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, vegetation management, planned maintenance and storm-damage response.
We work with businesses, schools, real estate agents, property managers, land developers, civil contractors and local government organisations. One-off work and ongoing maintenance requirements can be discussed during the quotation process.