Ben McInerney

Can I cut a neighbor’s tree overhanging my yard? Yes, you can, but under certain conditions. There are two rules we are dealing with here. Do I need a permit from the council to trim a tree? Do I need permission from my neighbor to trim their tree? Let’s have a look at both. The […]

In short, you can trim a neighbor’s tree that is overhanging your property. But you need to make sure you are not breaking any tree maintenance says set out by your local council. All councils have a Tree Preservation Order which is a set of regulations about the trimming and removal of trees. In most […]

Councils in NSW protect certain trees against removal with laws outlined in their Tree Preservation Orders. Tree Preservation Orders is a document prepared by each local council that outlines the types of trees that can be removed and those which will need a permit from the council before tree removal can take place. Large fines […]

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 […]

You may have a gum tree in your yard currently shedding bark or with dead branches. Is this an early sign it is dying? You can tell a gum tree is dying if you notice signs like a crown die-bark, cracks on the trunk, too much deadwood, parched soil, weak, brown, or spotted leaves, and […]

Ku-ring-gai Council like all other councils in Sydney has certain rules when it comes to tree removal and pruning. There are lots of trees that can be removed without approval and pruning laws are quite flexible and generous. Below outlines when you won’t need approval for pruning and compelete removal of trees. No permit is […]

Your local council is in control of all trees on public land as well as on private land. All trees are viewed as ‘the community’s trees’ rather than you having personal ownership. You can, however get the council to remove a tree if it is causing issues for you and your property or you have […]

Many people mistake a dormant deciduous tree in winter for a dead tree. Looking at it from a distance can sometimes be hard to distinguish. It’s pretty easy to tell the difference between a dead and dormant tree, but doing a quick test or looking for some key signs is a surefire way to know. […]

Knox Councils rules for tree removal in their governing area is about as clear as mud. The information on the subject is either limited or contradictory. One thing is for sure they are serious about protecting trees within their area, which means if you want to remove or prune any tree, you are best-contacting the […]

The cost to trim a tree is a little more complex than giving you a simple dollar amount. It depends on a few factors. The average cost to trim a tree is $430. This will vary depending on the size of the tree and the number of branches being removed. Other factors that contribute to […]