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The Best Arborists and Tree Surgeons in Tauranga

Updated 11 March 2025
Summary:
  • ​Homeowners all over Tauranga know the problems that can come from overgrown trees and their roots - broken pipes, annoyed neighbours with blocked sun and a sense of danger are all too common.
  • ​The managing of trees and shrubs in gardens and communal settings is a specialist profession. An Arborist – sometimes known as a tree surgeon – will be able to help with a wide range of requirements from pruning to removing unwanted trees.
  • To help you and put you in the strongest position, we've handpicked a list of reliable, affordable and trusted arborists in Tauranga to save you time and money. Our list of estimated prices indicates what you may pay (although every tree is different, so the costing varies). 
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Our Tauranga Arborist guide covers:​​​

How much does an Arborist cost?

The cost of hiring an arborist varies widely depending on the job specifics. Here are some general price ranges:
  • Tree removal can range from $200 to $20,000 depending on the tree’s size, type, and location
  • Smaller jobs like trimming or pruning usually range between $150 and $3000
  • Stump removal costs can vary between $150 and $2000 depending on the stump size and accessibility
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Whatever the job, always ask for a written quote in advance, and be as detailed as possible with your specifics. The size of the tree and access issues (e.g., fences, buildings, other trees) will directly affect the quote. 

​How can I get the best price for Arborist services?

  1. Schedule work well in advance - if you've got an urgent problem, then you could end up paying more and rushing your decision-making process.
  2. Discuss your tree surgery needs with your neighbours and ask if they need any tree maintenance. If so, an arborist may be able to discount each job by taking on a larger project.
  3. Removing a dead tree is more expensive than a living tree (in most cases). If you have a troubled tree, don't wait for it to die as this will likely cost more.

​Any reputable Arborist will outline their service in a contract - read it carefully. And before signing, be sure to ask:
  1. When will the work be started and completed?     
  2. What are the terms of payment?     
  3. If more work needs to be done in addition to the agreed project, what is the hourly rate?
  4. What access to your property will they require?
  5. What level of cleaning up do they provide as part of the service, and do they take away any chopped branches or other wood, or leave it with you? Disposing of deadwood is fine if you have a fireplace, but otherwise it will be a hassle and worth paying extra to remove it.
Before You Settle on An Arborist Consider the Following:
  • A local Arborist may offer you a more cost-effective service
  • Ask around friends and family for suggestions - referrals can be cheaper
  • Check with your local garden centres to see if they have an Arborist they refer people to

Hiring an Arborist - Further questions to ask before agreeing to a quote

Dealing with trees is a highly skilled job - cowboys can easily botch it up. To make sure you get the best quote, follow these tips:
  1. Be as specific as possible about the job on the phone - the size of the tree(s), location, access issues, purpose of job etc.
  2. Does the Arborist have specific experience in the procedure you need to be carried out?
  3. If it's a big job, always meet the Arborist before you book them for the job to get an idea of who they are and how they respond to questions
  4. Ask what equipment they use, and assess whether it is well-maintained (if you ask to see their machinery they should be happy to oblige).
  5. Do you need related services? Ask what other services do they provide.
  6. Are they fully insured and can they provide evidence of such, and do they follow set Health and Safety regulations and routines?​

Be Careful - Scams and Poor Quality 'Professionals' Do Exist

  • Be cautious of door-knocking Arborists. New Zealand faced a series of scams in 2019 with dodgy doorstep trade selling. Don't sign up to anyone offering a service without full consideration. Otherwise, you place your home and existing landscape at considerable risk.
  • Never pay in advance. Once you've paid, there is no obligation to complete the service. 
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Reliable Tauranga Arborists and Tree Surgeons Available Right Now

​Our list below, which is no particular order, covers Tauranga. We have selected these based on their history of longstanding service within Tauranga, location and data extracted from internet reviews on Google Business, Facebook, TradeMe Services and others.

SG Trees Tauranga BOP

Base: Pyes Pa, Tauranga
Hours: Mon to Fri 6:00 am – 6:00 pm 
            Sat to Sun 8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website: SG Trees Tauranga BOP
Facebook Page: SG Trees Tauranga BOP
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone: 022 536 4170
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Efficient and skilled in handling large and dangerous trees
  • Excellent communication throughout the job
  • Left the area tidy with tree limbs neatly stacked for firewood
  • Fair pricing for quality service
 
Pros:
  • Operates every day  
Cons:
  • None 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Experts in tree and garden care, offering services from mature tree removals to planting saplings
  • Fully qualified and insured team with decades of industry experience
  • Serves Tauranga and the entire Bay of Plenty region

Eden Trees Professional Arborist

Base: Mobile only 
Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30 am – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website:  Eden Trees Professional Arborist
Facebook Page: Eden Trees Professional Arborist
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  027 742 0511

Customer Feedback:
  • Professional service with years of experience in tree trimming
  • Friendly and efficient team, leaving gardens tidy after work
  • Offers clear advice on tree species and replanting options
  • Committed to maintaining a high standard of work

Pros:
  • Holds a National Certificate in Arboriculture Level 4 Advanced
  • Member of the NZ Arboriculture Association

Cons:
  • None 

Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Nathan is a qualified arborist with over 10 years of experience
  • Owners and operators of Eden Trees, Nathan and Esther, are Tauranga locals with over 25 years in the community
  • Values making a difference by investing a percentage of profits into local initiatives and gifting free firewood to families in need

Branch Manager Tree Services BOP Ltd

Base: Tauranga 
Hours: Mon to Fri 7:30 am – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website: Branch Manager Tree Services BOP Ltd
Facebook Page: Branch Manager Tree Services BOP Ltd
Email address: [email protected] 
​Phone: 022 595 8073  
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Provides thorough clean-up, leaving the site immaculate
  • Hardworking and honest, demonstrating integrity in their work
  • Competitive pricing for high-quality service
  • Friendly and cheerful team members, enhancing the overall experience
 
Pros:
  • Responds to emergency call outs 
  • Fully insured with $3 million in public liability coverage
 
Cons:
  • No physical address   
 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Branch Manager Tree Services BOP Ltd provides arborist related services, such as tree trimming, tree pruning, tree felling, tree removals, stump removal, services lane clearing, storm damage, hedge trimming
  • Over 25 years of dedicated experience in the industry
  • Qualified Arborists with Level 4 & 5 ISA Arboriculture certifications

Arbor Care Ltd

Base: Pyes Pa, Tauranga
Hours: Mon to Fri 7 am – 4:30 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.6/5 
Website:  Arbor Care Ltd
Facebook Page: Arbor Care Ltd
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  07 543 1775

Customer Feedback:
  • Cleans after the job is done
  • Quick to provide a quotation and promptly takes action
  • Taking care of amenity trees in Tauranga

Pros:
  • Provides service for private properties as well as public amenities

Cons:
  • Delayed responses to enquiries 

Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Arbor Care Ltd has built an excellent reputation as arboriculture professionals
  • ​Takes care of all tree-related requirements, including planting and removal
  • Maintains trees near powerlines parks, schools, hospitals, golf courses and campgrounds

Tauranga Tree Works

Base: Mobile only
Hours: Mon to Fri 7 am – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 4.9/5
Website:  Currently unavailable
Facebook Page: None
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  022 011 9515

Customer Feedback:
  • Keeps excellent communication and works professionally
  • Capable of removing various sizes of trees
  • Leaves the section clean and tidy
  • Professional, fair and polite contractors

Pros:
  • No time wasted during work hours
  • Fully insured and covers all of Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty 

Cons:
  • None 

Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Tauranga Tree Works is one-stop-shop tree maintenance that is based in Mount Maunganui
  • Equipped with chainsaws, diggers, dingos, tractors, wood chippers and more to accomplish difficult tree removals professionally
  • Accepts services for tree pruning, tree felling, stump grinding, tee removal, land clearance and more

Bay Stump Removal

Base: Bethlehem, Tauranga
Hours: Mon to Sun 7 am – 8 pm 
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website:  Bay Stump Removal
Facebook Page: Bay Stump Removal
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone:  021 083 41852

Customer Feedback:
  • Gets the job done and on time
  • Leaves everything neat
  • Punctual, honest and responsive contractor
  • Helps their client to save money
  • Reasonable pricing
  • Highly efficient service

Pros:
  • Fully insured 
  • Prioritises the safety of both people and the environment

Cons:
  • None 

Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Bay Stump Removal provides a reliable and fast trump removal service in Tauranga until Matamata, Rotorua and Whakatane for larger jobs
  • A family-run business with a genuine concern for each of the properties they work on
  • Does stump grinding, stump removal, hedges, land clearing, bamboo removal, etc.

Tauranga Tree Services

Base: Tauriko, Tauranga 
Hours: Mon to Fri 7:00 am – 5 pm 
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website: Tauranga Tree Services 
Facebook Page: Tauranga Tree Services 
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone: 0800 704 704 
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Excellent clean-up, leaving the area tidy
  • Skilled in tree removal and trimming, including tricky jobs
  • Reliable, arriving on time and delivering as promised
  • Highly recommended for repeat use due to consistent quality
 
Pros:
  • Highly engaged with the community they serve, fostering well-established relationships with Tauranga residents
 
Cons:
  • None 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Over 15 years of experience, establishing a strong reputation in the region
  • Services include tree and palm removal, height reduction of trees, hedges, or shrubs, cutting wood into firewood lengths or mulching, palm and yucca trimming or removal, mulch sales, and council-approved arboricultural work

Better Trees BOP

Base: Paengaroa, Tauranga
Hours: Mon to Fri 6:00 am – 8:00 pm 
            Sat  6:00 am – 8:00 pm 
            Sun 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Google Review rating: 5.0/5
Website: Better Trees Bay of Plenty
Facebook Page: Better Trees Bay of Plenty
Email address: [email protected]
​Phone: 020 4162 1601
 
Customer Feedback:
  • Helpful, accommodating, and easy to deal with
  • Fair pricing for excellent service
  • Skilled in felling large trees and pruning, with attention to safety
  • Creative solutions, like making a kids' table from a tree stump
 
Pros:
  • Operates every day 
  • Prioritises safety and environmental respect, backed by $2 million insurance coverage 
Cons:
  • None 
Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Specialises in removing large, mature trees in difficult-to-access areas
  • Provides a range of services including tree maintenance, bush clearance, palm and vine removal, and fruit tree pruning
  • Experienced, qualified arborists with expertise gained from working across New Zealand and Australia
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