North Shore · Rodney · West Auckland
Auckland arborists you can actually get hold of
Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding and hedges — done safely, finished tidy, and quoted free on site. You ring Dave, and Dave is the one who turns up. 25+ years doing this across Auckland.
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Full clean-up included
- Straight answers, not a sales pitch
25+ years
Hands-on arborist experience across Auckland
Free quotes
On-site, no obligation, no pressure
Site left tidy
Full debris removal on every job
Straight answers
Honest advice on what your tree actually needs
What we do
Tree work across Auckland, done properly
From one hazardous limb over a bedroom to a full section clearance. Every job quoted free on site, because access and what is underneath the tree matter more than the tree itself.
Tree Removal
Large, awkward or hazardous trees taken down safely — including trees tight against houses, fences and power lines.
Learn moreTree Pruning & Trimming
Crown reduction, thinning, deadwooding and shaping — done to the tree's biology, not just to whatever is in reach.
Learn moreStump Grinding
Old stumps ground out below grade so you can re-turf, pave, build or replant in the same spot.
Learn moreHedge Trimming
Overgrown hedges reduced and reshaped, tall hedges brought back to a maintainable height, and regular trims to keep them there.
Learn moreStorm Damage
Fallen trees, hung-up limbs and split trunks made safe and cleared after Auckland's weather does its thing.
Learn moreHow it works
Four steps, no surprises
No call centre, no sales rep, and no quote by text message sight-unseen.
Ring Dave
One call, straight to the person doing the work. Tell him roughly what you have and where you are.
Free on-site look
He comes and stands under the tree. Access, drop zones and what is underneath are what set the price — none of that can be judged from a photo.
A clear quote
What is being done, how, and what it costs. No obligation, no pressure, and an honest answer if the job you asked for is not the job you need.
Done and cleaned up
Work carried out safely, all debris removed, and the site raked off. Mulch and firewood left behind if you want it.
The work
Before and after
What a tidy finish actually looks like — the tree gone, the site raked off, and nothing left for you to deal with.
before
afterLarge tree removed from over a roofline, site left clean
before
afterCrown reduction to get afternoon light back into the house
What it costs
Straight answers on price
Most of this trade will not tell you what things cost, so here it is. These are typical Auckland market ranges — not a quote — and your actual price comes from the free on-site look.
| Job | Typical Auckland range | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Tree Removal | $300 – $2,000+ | Typical Auckland market range. Small, open-access trees sit at the bottom; large trees over buildings with crane or difficult access sit well above the top. |
| Tree Pruning & Trimming | $150 – $500 | Typical Auckland market range for a single tree. Large specimen trees, difficult access or full-day crown reductions run higher. |
| Stump Grinding | $100 – $400 | Typical Auckland market range per stump. Multiple stumps in one visit cost less each; very large stumps or difficult access cost more. |
| Hedge Trimming | Quoted per hedge | Priced on length, height, species and access. A routine maintenance trim on an established hedge is a fraction of the cost of a first-time rescue reduction. |
Customer feedback
What people say
“Dave gave excellent advice, offered a competitive price, and made the whole job easy.”
“Always a tidy result at a fair price. Great service and clear communication.”
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Where we work
Across the North Shore, Rodney and West Auckland
If your suburb is not listed, ring and ask — it is almost certainly covered.
North Shore
12 suburb pages — and everywhere in between.
Free quotes
Get a free, no-obligation quote
Ring Dave, or send the details and he will get back to you. Either way the quote is free and there is no pressure to book.
- Covering
- North Shore, Rodney and West Auckland
- Experience
- 25+ years
- Quotes
- Free and on site
- Clean-up
- Included on every job
Questions
The things people ask first
Consent, cost, clean-up and access — answered honestly.
Do you charge for a quote?
No. Quotes are free, done on site, and there is no obligation to book. Tree work simply cannot be priced accurately from a photo or a phone description — the access, the drop zone, what is underneath the tree and how the wood has to come down are what set the price.
How much does tree work cost in Auckland?
Broad market ranges: tree removal roughly $300 to $2,000 or more depending on size and access, pruning around $150 to $500 per tree, and stump grinding around $100 to $400 per stump. Those are typical Auckland ranges rather than a North Arbor Treez quote — your actual price comes from the free on-site assessment. Grouping several jobs into one visit is almost always cheaper than booking them separately.
Do I need council consent to remove a tree in Auckland?
Often not. Blanket protection for urban trees was removed some years ago, so most trees on a private Auckland section can be removed without consent. Consent is still required for Scheduled Notable Trees, trees within a Significant Ecological Area, trees in the road reserve or on council land, and vegetation caught by heritage, riparian or coastal overlays. The Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area is stricter again. You can check your address on Auckland Council's GeoMaps in a couple of minutes. Dave will flag anything obvious at the quote, but confirming the rules for your property is the owner's responsibility and the rules do get updated.
Do you take all the branches and wood away?
Yes — full clean-up is part of every job. Branch material is chipped on site where the chipper can reach, trunk wood is cut and removed, and the site is raked off. If you would rather keep the mulch for your garden or the trunk rounds for firewood, just say so at the quote; it costs less than carting it away and plenty of people want it.
Can you work in a back yard with no vehicle access?
Yes. It is routine on Auckland sections. Where nothing can get in, the tree is climbed, material is lowered on rigging lines, and it is carried out. It takes longer than an open site and the quote reflects the access rather than just the tree.
How do I know if my tree is dangerous?
The signals worth acting on are: dead limbs or bare branches in the canopy, mushrooms or bracket fungi at the base or on the trunk, deep cracks or hollow-sounding wood, soil lifting or cracking on one side of the base, and a lean that has visibly changed. Any of those on a tree over a house, a driveway or where people sit is worth an assessment.
Contact
Request a free quote
Tell Dave what you have and roughly where it is. He will get back to you to arrange a look.