THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE HIRING AN ARBORIST-

Do you have big plans for that old gum tree on your property? And no idea where to start? What approvals you need or what legal obligations are there involved with removing a tree from private land? If any of this sounds like you then keep reading as we will answer all these questions and more in this article. We also give tools so that if not all of your chosen tree removal company is qualified, they can figure out how to get their qualifications up-to-date in order to do the work required safely.

Tree removal is a process that can be fraught with difficulties and dangers. The tree may need to be removed because it poses an imminent danger, such as when its roots threaten the integrity of nearby structures like buildings or sidewalks; in other cases, trees are taken down because they have died from disease or old age ­– even though this might not seem as serious a problem at first glance.

- In some local council areas, any tree on private property needs to meet certain criteria before it can be legally cut down by someone who isn’t designated as being licensed for hazardous work. This often includes having your permit approved by the local city council before actually proceeding with removing the tree. These permits will typically cost between $200 and $350.

- If you are unsure about who to hire, it’s worth checking your local councils website like the ones we have linked for you for their list of qualified tree removalists in your area and other requirements that are needed for tree removal

- Removing a gum tree requires special skills, equipment and training that many people simply do not have access to. In most cases, an arborist will be needed rather than just somebody with basic woodcutting knowledge.

- The cost can vary depending on how difficult the work is as well as where it’s being done (for instance if there are overhead power lines nearby). It also depends on what type of removals company is doing the job; some companies might charge more because they provide additional services like stump grinding.

- Tree removalists are typically paid by the hour or they can charge an estimate fee for removing a tree. This is why it’s important to get quotes from more than one company so that you know what your options look like, and how much each company charges for their services.

This article continues with information about different types of removals companies as well as the type of work they specialize in doing such as chainsaw felling, chipping clearance etc., before concluding with some handy tips on hiring an arborist who will do tree maintenance once all trees have been removed:

- Ask them if they offer this service and quote you on costs over the phone (rather than providing estimates).

- Make sure they have the appropriate insurance coverage and licenses in place and are able to work within your area

At Blacktown Tree Services, we are able to assist you with all aspects of tree removal and tree handling, so give us a call now and see what we can do for you!