The Best Arborists and Tree Surgeons in Tauranga

Updated 09 Sept 2021
​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 job of an Arborist is so varied that giving an exact cost is impossible, and even an approximation difficult. For example, if you need a tree cutting down and removing the cost depends on the size, type, and location of the tree, and can range from between $100 to $1,000. 
  • The average cost is somewhere between $250 and $500.
  • For smaller jobs, such as trimming and pruning, you may get quotes of between $75 and $250.

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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4 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.

No Tauranga Arborist has paid to appear on this list, and MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship with any Arborist below.

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 yet friendly approach
  • Provides prompt and efficient service
  • Excellent client communication
  • Cleans up the mess

Pros:
  • A team of experts and professionals 

Cons:
  • None 

Important Must-know Facts and Services:
  • Eden Trees Professional Arborist is owned and operated by Tauranga locals and qualified arborist
  • Provides professional tree removal and services for more than seven years
  • Offers hedge trimming, landscape maintenance, tree pruning and shaping, tree removal and planting

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
  • They in Tauranga and Western Bay
  • 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:  Tauranga Tree Works
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.
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Disclaimer: MoneyHub.co.nz has no relationship, financial or otherwise, with any of the companies listed on this page. Quotes and final bills for tree surgery and related Arborist services will vary, and our pricing guide is for informational purposes only. 

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