Overhanging trees from neighbours in NSW

Can I cut a neighbor’s tree overhanging my yard? Yes, you can, but under certain conditions. There are two rules we are dealing with here. Do I need a permit from the council to trim a tree? Do I need permission from my neighbor to trim their tree? Let’s have a look at both. The […]

Cutting Overhanging Neighbours Trees in Victoria (VIC)

In short, you can trim a neighbor’s tree that is overhanging your property. But you need to make sure you are not breaking any tree maintenance says set out by your local council. All councils have a Tree Preservation Order which is a set of regulations about the trimming and removal of trees. In most […]

NSW Tree Removal Laws

Councils in NSW protect certain trees against removal with laws outlined in their Tree Preservation Orders. Tree Preservation Orders is a document prepared by each local council that outlines the types of trees that can be removed and those which will need a permit from the council before tree removal can take place. Large fines […]

Ku-ring-gai council tree removal laws and permits

Ku-ring-gai Council like all other councils in Sydney has certain rules when it comes to tree removal and pruning. There are lots of trees that can be removed without approval and pruning laws are quite flexible and generous. Below outlines when you won’t need approval for pruning and compelete removal of trees. No permit is […]

How to Get Council to Cut Down a Tree

Your local council is in control of all trees on public land as well as on private land. All trees are viewed as ‘the community’s trees’ rather than you having personal ownership. You can, however get the council to remove a tree if it is causing issues for you and your property or you have […]

Is my tree dead or dormant?

Many people mistake a dormant deciduous tree in winter for a dead tree. Looking at it from a distance can sometimes be hard to distinguish. It’s pretty easy to tell the difference between a dead and dormant tree, but doing a quick test or looking for some key signs is a surefire way to know. […]

Knox Council tree removal laws and permits

Knox Councils rules for tree removal in their governing area is about as clear as mud. The information on the subject is either limited or contradictory. One thing is for sure they are serious about protecting trees within their area, which means if you want to remove or prune any tree, you are best-contacting the […]

How Much to Remove a Large Tree

Firstly how big is a “large tree”. By most people’s standards a large tree would be defined as anything greater than a two-story house, so let’s start from there. The removal of a large tree will cost you anywhere from $1,650 – $2,900. The final cost will depend on size, location, and a variety of […]

Hedge Trimming Cost Guide

Hedge trimming or pruning is a service that varies in price as the size and length of hedges range from 1m High x 2m long all the way up to 10m high x 30m in length. We are going to break down pricing for you in this article. Hedge trimming starts at $95 and goes […]

Hiring a qualified arborist in Adelaide – 6 Questions to ask

Hiring an arborist in Adelaide can be a bit hit-and-miss if you do not know what to look for or ask. There are a lot of gardeners posing as arborists who would be happy to take your money and deliver substandard results. There are also a lot of qualified arborists who work on the fringes […]