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Ben McInerney

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CEO, Researcher, Editor
Expertise: Horticulture, Arboriculture
Education: TAFE NSW

Experience

My work story begins with a lawn care and garden maintenance business in Sydney’s southwest. While working, I studied Certificate III in Horticulture (Arboriculture) to work exclusively with trees. I started my first business, Busy Bee Mowing and Gardens, at 21 until I found my calling in Arboriculture. After becoming qualified it was a natural progression to sell my mowing run and start Tree Tree Man Arborist Services. Climbing trees for a living is pretty hard work, and after 7 years of running a tree removal service, I wanted something different. Not long after, I founded my first internet business, GoTreeQuotes. I had a lot of knowledge to share on trees, and I noticed that the topic was not covered well or accurately. Plus, I was able to help readers make better decisions when hiring tree surgeons.  

Education

  • Certificate III Horticulture (Arboriculture)

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Ants infest trees when they are either in search of honeydew or a home. And while they rarely destroy a tree directly, they can be a nuisance. This is because they can end up invading your home. They sometimes also inflict painful blisters. And in some cases, they can blacken leaves by leaving sooty mold […]

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Tree felling costs do vary greatly depending on a large variety of factors. Prices range from $200 to $3000. Below are a few factors that determine the price. Tree height Trunk girth Felling difficulty What is to be done with the waste? Tree felling by size Small tree felling -1 – 1.5 stories high. Prices start […]

Tree Cabling Guide 2021

A tree’s base is essential to a tree’s survival because it contains critical parts of a tree’s transportation system. All the nutrients and water that the tree needs in order to survive and thrive have to pass through it. Therefore, any rotting that happens in this area is an understandable cause of concern. This is […]

Tree Branch Removal Cost

Don’t spend more than you need to when you need tree branches removed, cleared or cut back in your yard. You’ll need to do tree branch removal regularly as a tree owner, so costs can add up. Read on to understand tree branch removal costs in Australia and how to find reliable experts near you. […]

Who is Responsible for Tree Limbs on Power Lines

Power distributors consider trees growing near power lines a risk because they usually destroy the power lines, start fires and or cause power surges. Depending on local and state laws, the responsibility to trim or remove trees near power lines may lie on the homeowner or utility company. Some states, such as South Australia, place […]

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Tree removal can result in serious injuries. It can also lead to unnecessary property damage. Hiring a good tree removal service is always advisable to minimize the risks of property damage and injury. Generally, when looking for tree removal services in Sydney that are affordable and qualified, you need to do a bit of digging […]

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Also known as ‘tree surgeons, our arborists in Sydney are tree specialists in all things trees, from tree reports for council, tree pruning, removal, and just general tree maintenance. Let’s quickly look at what we can do for you and how to get a better price. Tree services we provide Sydney arborist provide a range […]

Sydney Red Gum

The Sydney Red Gum tree, also known as Angophora costata, smooth-barked apple, or rusty gum, is a tree species endemic to eastern Australia. The tree reaches a height of 100 ft (30 m) and has a unique smooth bark characterised by an orange-brown or pinkish colour when young and fades to distinctive grey with age. […]

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Knowing the correct way to remove a tree isn’t common knowledge; it’s something trained arborists study for years to master through tertiary education, much like an electrician or plumber. It is never wise to try and remove trees by yourself, especially given that, per capita, arborists on the Sunshine Coast and in forestry are the […]