Residential Tree Trimming Experts
We underdtand that many people are hesitant to pull out a chainsaw and remove tree branches in the name of tree ehalth. However, tree trimming and proper tree care can prolong a trees life when done by a trained arborist. Our team can tell you which branches may be hindering your trees growth, fostering disease, or sapping a tree of its energy. Professional tree trimming can also improve the look of your trees and ensure their size suits your garden.
Jason Killick and the team at Gold Coast Arborists are experts at tree trimming – and have the qualifications and tools to ensure the job is done right. We’re highly skilled at a variety of arboricultural services and understand the requirements of council and the precious ecosystem here on the Gold Coast. There’s no tree too big or too small for our trimming services.
Just call us on 0434 582 185 to learn more!
Explore more of our services:
The many benefits of tree trimming
Take a quick look around your garden and you’ll be able to see which trees could benefit from a trim. Perhaps you have a few pesky branches that are impinging on the space in your garden. Or you have some older trees and there are signs of deadwood on a few branches that can lead to disease or cause damage during a storm. These are obvious signs that a bit of trimming could improve the health of your trees.
But tree trimming has a lot of other benefits too, even for trees that might look perfectly fine to the untrained eye. To start with, an arborist can take a look at a tree and identify any branches that are dying and taking away valuable resources from healthier parts of the tree. Removing these before they become problematic can also help prevent additional decay. This can also help prevent an infestation of insects that could cause more problems.
Gold Coast Arborists can evaluate which tree branches are competing for light and remove them to allow other branches a chance at stronger growth. Selective branch trimming improves air flow and increases light throughout the tree leading to better overall health.
Trees should look aesthetically pleasing and be a pleasure to see in the garden. Tree trimming can increase sunlight to your garden as a whole. It can also make your garden appear bigger or more open when certain limbs are removed.
Types of tree trimming
Trimming is more than simply cutting back branches and growth. It’s about taking a knowledgeable look at the growth patterns and overall health of the tree and making decisions to help the tree thrive moving forward. To that end, there are a few different approaches to trimming that an arborist will take:
- Thinning is where branches are removed to help with light and air movement through the tree.
- Raising, or lifting, happens when branches are removed from the lower part of the tree to allow for more space underneath.
- Cleaning, or pruning, is the removal of dead and dying branches to help restore the health of a tree.
- Reducing occurs when the overall height of the tree is lowered, usually to accommodate powerlines.
How long does tree trimming take?
This is going to depend on a number of factors specific to your project and your tree(s). For example, the more branches and trimming work that need to be done, the longer the project will take to complete. That said, you might have noticed a few dead branches that need to come down, but a trained arborist might have more suggestions and additional limbs in mind when they set about to the actual trim work.
Another factor is accessibility. It can take longer for an arborist to trim tree branches that are higher up because more equipment and time are needed to access them in the first place. Safety is our #1 priority when it comes to tree trimming.
Overall, you can expect to have your tree trimmed in just a few hours.
Do I need a arborist for tree trimming?
We get this question a lot, and it may sound easy to remove a few branches but the reality is there are a lot of considerations including the equipment required and personal safety. However, there are a lot of factors to consider when trimming trees.
- Safety: An experienced Arborist will have the right equipment to get the job done right and safely from personnel to property.
- Understanding: Arborists understand tree growth and make decisions based on your requirements as well as the long term health of the tree. They look at the long term to ensure your trees are safe and look their best for years to come.
- Assessment: Arborists are also going to be able to assess or spot other concerns that an untrained homeowner might not notice.
- Permission: The local Gold Coast council requires permission to trim large trees or native species. Our team can assist with council applications and having a professional on your side can help with the approval process.
Debris: We also include the clean up in the quote fee and will take away all debris.
How much does tree trimming cost on the Gold Coast?
Contact us today for a free quote to get a better idea of the cost of tree trimming. We can review the trees and consider theteam, time and equipment required to get the job done right for you.
We’re sure you can understand that larger trees require more equipment and take much longer than smaller trees – and this does impact the quote. Also, trees that require more trimming overall will take more time, too. Labour and time spent are usually the largest factors when it comes to estimating a tree trimming project. You might pay just $250 for a tree that’s only one story tall, but an extra large tree that’s over three stories will be closer to $1,000 to trim.
Access is also important. We have a range of range of specialist machinery that can help our team access hard to reach trees. There may be additional costs where extra machinery is required for your job.
The type of trimming you need will also determine how long a job could take. For example, cleaning up a few dead branches is a much more straightforward task than thinning out a tree overall.
In the end, you should request a quote from a certified arborist for your tree trimming project to have the best idea of how much to expect to pay. However, on average, tree trimming costs fall between $450-$800.
What to look for in a Gold Coast arborist
We believe our experience sets us apart – our lead Arborist has over 20 years of experience. When you contact other tree trimmers for a quote, ask how long they have been in business and actively working in the industry. You’ll also want to find out whether they are actually a certified arborist or just a lawn service that also provides tree trimming assistance. The former is much more likely to provide you with a quality experience and do the best possible for the health of your trees. Lawn maintenance programs are usually just available to remove branches as directed without giving extra thought to the impact or other ways to improve vitality in your trees.
You’ll also want to be sure to choose someone who has the right equipment. Don’t trust anyone who doesn’t have the right trucks, hydraulic boom (or lift), chippers, and appropriate safety tools.
Check out our previous work here
Tree trimming from the experts at Gold Coast Arborists
When it comes to tree trimming, the team at Gold Coast Arborists is focused on tree health, growth, and safety. We’ll work with you to understand your trimming reasons and needs and put together a plan to scale back your trees in a way that will encourage growth and health for years to come. We’re also familiar with all of the Australian Standards and local council regulations here on the Gold Coast and can help you with the permitting process, as applicable.
Tree trimming doesn’t have to be a hassle when you go with us. We have all of the proper equipment and trained, certified personnel to get the job done right for you within time and budget.
Call us on 0434 582 185 today!
Why Choose Gold Coast Arborists
Highly skilled & experienced
Jason Killick is a Cert 5 qualified Arborist with 20 years of Arboriculture experience. Jason is extremely proficient in leading our highly skilled and experienced team to deliver a full range of Arboriculture Services to the region.
Delivering Premium Services
We have invested in the latest 18” Bandit Chipper to lead the way in delivering greater job efficiencies, high performance, improved safety and a wider range of capabilities.
Family Owned
We are a Family-Owned and operated business, proudly providing quality service to the region for over 10 years.
One Stop Shop
We have invested in a range of equipment to deliver a one stop shop for our customers. From complete tree removal, trimming & maintenance, hedging, stump grinding and mulching.
Customer Satisfaction
The proof is in the pudding with our five star reviews found online commonly referring to ease of communication, reliable and professional. Our ease of communication with customers is made possible by our investment in the latest mobile and cloud technology enabling great service across our business.
Specialist Tree Work
Our highly experienced team of Arborists are capable of undertaking specialist tree works including large and overhanging trees, crane removals, storm damage and all insurance work.
Quality Job Management
Complex tree removals using the lowering devices, complete tree removal, tree trimming & maintenance.
Free Quotes & Advice
Our friendly staff are available to provide free quotes and advice.
