Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect the conifer and surrounding area, identify hazards and confirm access

• Remove dead, rubbing and crossing branches and thin dense growth to improve health

• Sectionally dismantle tall or overgrown conifers where required and lower sections safely

• Trim sides and top to agreed shape and height while maintaining the tree’s health

• Chip arisings and remove green waste or leave woodchip on site as agreed

• Use appropriate PPE and working-at-height safety measures; tidy the work area on completion

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typically 1–3 hours for a single medium conifer; larger or overgrown specimens requiring sectional dismantling can take 1–2 days. Time is extended by height, proximity to buildings or power lines, poor access, the need for scaffolding or cherry picker, and adverse weather

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• Do you have public liability insurance and specialist tree‑work cover

• Will you provide a written quote that separates labour, disposal and any extras

• Is waste removal and chipping included or charged separately

• How will you manage working at height and protect nearby structures and plants

• Do you need to check for tree preservation orders (TPOs), conservation area rules or buried services before starting

How to Avoid Surprises

• Ensure clear vehicle access and space to park a van or trailer near the work area

• Point out underground services, irrigation and any concealed features to the crew before work starts

• Check for TPOs or conservation area restrictions and provide relevant paperwork to the tradie

• Agree disposal method and any extra charges for large volumes or difficult access

• Keep pets and children away from the work area and agree earliest start times to minimise disruption