Removal of trees in Melbourne (2025)
Planning the removal of trees in Melbourne requires the right assessment, safe methods, and tidy cleanup. Whether a tree is storm damaged, diseased, or creating structural risks, working with qualified arborists helps protect people, property, and gardens while ensuring a compliant result.
Dawson Tree Services provides professional tree removal in Melbourne, from small courtyard jobs to complex removals over sheds and homes. Our fully insured team manages access, rigging, and waste so your site is left clean and ready for the next step.
When should a tree be removed?
- Significant decay, hollowing, or advanced disease
- Cracked or unstable stems and major limbs
- Repeated storm damage or falling branches
- Root conflicts with foundations, paving, or pipes
- Overcrowding or poor structure that pruning cannot correct
Not every problem needs removal. Sometimes targeted tree pruning improves safety and structure without taking the tree out. Our arborists will advise on the most sensible option during an on site inspection.
Our safe removal process
- Assessment: Identify species, defects, balance, targets below, and best access.
- Planning: Choose techniques that fit the site — sectional dismantle, rigging, or crane support where needed.
- Execution: Use industry best practice with ropes, friction devices, and controlled lowering to protect buildings and gardens.
- Cleanup: Branches chipped, timber cut to length or removed, and site raked to a neat finish.
- Stump: Finish with stump removal if you want the area ready for replanting, paving, or new turf.
Permits and local rules
Some councils in Melbourne require permits for tree removal depending on species, trunk size, or overlay controls. If a permit is needed, we will outline the typical steps and what supporting information may be required, such as photos or an arborist assessment. If a tree is immediately dangerous, emergency tree removal may be appropriate to make the area safe first.
Common factors that affect price
- Size and species: Larger or denser hardwoods take longer to dismantle.
- Access: Tight side paths, gardens, or overhead services increase complexity.
- Obstacles below: Sheds, glasshouses, pools, and fences need careful rigging and more time.
- Traffic and public areas: Extra controls for footpaths or roads add setup time.
- Waste handling: Keeping mulch and timber on site can reduce disposal time and cost.
We provide clear, itemised quotes so you understand the scope, method, and cleanup included.
Why choose Dawson Tree Services
- Experience: Over 25 years working across Melbourne’s suburbs and varied site conditions.
- Safety: Qualified climbers and ground crew using proven systems and maintained equipment.
- Professional cleanup: Chipping, timber removal, and neat finishing as standard.
- Complete service: Pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, and general arborist services.
Aftercare and replanting
Once removal is done, consider soil improvement and appropriate species selection for the space. Mulch from your job can be repurposed for garden beds. If you want shade or screening without future risks, our team can suggest species with suitable size and growth habits for suburban blocks.
Book an inspection
Get practical advice and a clear plan for your property. Call (03) 9720 5111 or email ikdawson@bigpond.net.au to arrange a free, no obligation quote today.