Tree Lopping & Tree Removal in Townsville
Big rain tree hanging over the roof? Stump you keep mowing around? Palm dropping coconuts on the driveway? We're a local Townsville crew that'll sort it, quote you a fair price, and leave the yard cleaner than we found it.
Get your trees sorted before the wet
Cyclone season runs November to April, and every year it's the same story: the first big blow comes through and half of Townsville is out with a chainsaw. Rain trees and poincianas drop limbs, palms shed fronds through windows, and old mahoganies come down across fences. A bit of pruning now costs a lot less than a tree through the roof later. We'll thin out the canopy so the wind goes through it instead of catching it like a sail, take out the deadwood, and tell you straight if a tree's become a risk.
Book a pre-cyclone check
Our tree services
Whatever's going on in the yard, we've probably sorted it a hundred times.
Tree Removal
Dead, leaning or in the way. Taken down in sections, chipped and carted off.
More about tree removalTree Lopping
Branches over the roof or fence, cut back properly so they regrow safely.
More about tree loppingPruning & Trimming
Crown thinning and deadwooding to keep trees healthy and wind-ready.
More about pruning & trimmingStump Grinding
Ground well below the surface so you can turf, garden or pave over it.
More about stump grindingPalm Removal
Coconut de-nutting, frond cleans and removal of foxtails, royals and canes.
More about palm removalStorm & Cyclone Work
Trees down on fences or roofs made safe and cleared, plus pre-cyclone pruning.
More about storm & cyclone workLand Clearing
House blocks, shed and pool sites, and acreage on the Thuringowa side.
More about land clearingChipping & Mulch
Everything chipped on site. Keep the mulch for the garden if you like.
More about chipping & mulchTrees we deal with every week in Townsville
Rain trees
They throw a huge, spreading canopy, and those long limbs end up over roofs and driveways. They're lovely shade trees, but they need regular weight taken off the ends before the heavy limbs start cracking.
African mahoganies
You'll see them in streets and backyards all over town. They get massive, and when they drop a limb it's a big one. Keeping the canopy in check is a lot cheaper than fixing a fence or a roof.
Poincianas
Beautiful when they flower, but the wood's brittle and the roots are shallow. In a strong blow they tend to go over whole. A lighter canopy helps them stay up.
Mangoes
Best pruned straight after the fruiting season. That way you keep next year's flowers and get the tree down to a height where you can actually pick the fruit.
Weeping figs and other figs
The roots go looking for water, which means pipes, driveways and slabs. If a fig's too close to the house, it's often a matter of when, not if.
Palms
Coconuts want de-nutting before cyclone season so they don't become missiles. We also take out foxtails, royals and golden cane clumps that have outgrown the spot.
Weed trees
Umbrella trees, leucaena and cadaghi spread fast and push out everything else. They're worth getting rid of early, before they seed through the yard and next door.
Not sure what your tree needs? Send a photo and Jorge will give you a straight answer.
How it works
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Call or send a photo.
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Jorge comes out and gives you a free, fixed quote.
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We do the job, chip the green waste and clean up.
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Rough prices
Honest ballpark ranges for Townsville, GST included. Your free quote is the exact figure.
| Job | Typical Townsville price (inc GST) |
|---|---|
| Small tree removal (under 5m) | $300 – $900 |
| Medium tree removal (5–10m) | $900 – $2,700 |
| Large tree removal (10–15m) | $2,700 – $6,500 |
| Stump grinding: small stump (under 30cm) | $160 – $330 |
Where we work
We cover all of Townsville, from North Ward and the Strand out to the Thuringowa side and up the northern beaches.
- Kirwan
- Annandale
- Aitkenvale
- Douglas
- Mount Louisa
- Hermit Park
- North Ward
- Bushland Beach
- Deeragun
- Kelso
- Condon
- Idalia
and out to Ayr, Ingham, Bowen and beyond.
Common questions
Do I need council approval to remove a tree in Townsville?
It depends on the tree and where it is. Most everyday backyard trees on a normal suburban block can be removed without a permit. But some native vegetation is protected, some properties fall under vegetation overlays in the Townsville City Plan, and all marine plants (like mangroves) are protected under Queensland law. Trees on the footpath or nature strip belong to council: don't touch those, apply to Townsville City Council instead. If we think your tree might need approval, we'll tell you when we quote, and council has the final say.
My neighbour's tree hangs over my yard. Can I cut it?
In Queensland, the Neighbourhood Disputes (Dividing Fences and Trees) Act 2011 makes the owner of the tree (the "tree-keeper") responsible for branches that overhang next door. Start with a friendly chat. If branches overhang your land by at least 50cm and are 2.5m or less above the ground, you can give your neighbour a formal notice (QCAT Form 3) asking them to cut them back. If they don't, you can have the work done and recover some of the cost from them. For bigger problems, like branches higher up, or a tree threatening serious damage, you can apply to QCAT. Whatever happens, don't cut past your boundary or damage the tree so badly it dies. That can land you in trouble. Have a look at qcat.qld.gov.au for the details, or ask us and we'll explain what we're seeing.
How much does it cost to cut down a tree in Townsville?
Roughly $300 to $900 for a small tree, $900 to $2,700 for a medium one, and $2,700 to $6,500 for a big one. Very large trees, crane jobs or trees over powerlines can cost more. Access is the big one: a tree you can drive up to is a lot cheaper than one in a tight backyard. See our full price guide or send us a photo for a free quote.
Do I really need to get rid of the stump?
Not always, but in Townsville a dead stump is an open invitation for white ants, and they don't stop at the stump. Stumps also trip people up, get in the way of mowing and can sprout back. Grinding it below ground level fixes all of that.
When should I get my trees pruned before cyclone season?
Ideally September to early November, before the wet kicks in. Cyclone season in North Queensland runs November to April, and once a system's on the radar every tree service in town is booked out.
A tree is touching the power line. What do I do?
Stay well away and keep the kids and dogs back. If it's the main lines in the street, ring Ergon Energy on 13 16 70. For the line running from the pole to your house, we can work with Ergon to get it made safe so the tree can be cut.
Got a tree that's worrying you? Ring Jorge on 1300 637 324 or send us a photo for a free quote.