Tree Pruning Melbourne
We perform selective branch removal and crown thinning to improve safety, promote healthy growth, and keep your trees looking their best.
- Free quotes
- Fully qualified & insured
- 16+ years
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Safe & professional tree pruning
“Healthy trees start with smart pruning — we shape with purpose, not just for looks.”
At Aps Tree Removal, we offer expert tree pruning services across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs. Whether it’s reducing weight from overextended limbs, lifting low branches off roofs, or maintaining clearance from power lines, our qualified arborists prune with care, precision, and long-term tree health in mind.
Comprehensive tree pruning solutions
Need overgrown branches trimmed back? Aps Tree Removal specialises in targeted pruning for safety, aesthetics, and compliance. We assess every tree’s structure and environment to prune with purpose — not just for appearance, but for longevity and balance.
Tree pruning is never one-size-fits-all. We assess the species, structure, and surroundings before creating a tailored pruning plan.
Hazard pruning
Remove deadwood and dangerous limbs near structures.
Canopy lifting
Raise low branches to increase sunlight and access.
Crown thinning
Improve airflow and reduce storm resistance.
Shaping & clearance
Enhance appearance, reduce overhang, meet council requirements.
Before & after tree pruning
All work is performed by certified arborists using professional tools and safety gear. You can trust us to get the job done right, with respect for your trees and your space.
Experts in health-focused tree care
Our pruning is more than just a trim — it’s part of a holistic tree management plan. We understand tree biology, growth patterns, and structural stability, allowing us to prune for long-term health, not just quick results.
In addition to pruning, we also offer hedge trimming, tree removals, and stump grinding — making us a one-stop arborist solution. With fair, upfront pricing and a strong focus on clean worksites, we leave your property better than we found it.
- Free quotes
- Fully insured
- 16+ years
Tree Pruning across Melbourne’s west, the inner city and Geelong
We cover 146 suburbs. The most-asked-for, each with its own page — council permit rule and local reviews:
Tree services made easy
At Aps Tree Removal, we simplify the tree and hedge removal experience with a clear, step-by-step approach.
Contact us
Want to learn more? Call 0422 856 090 or send the form and speak with Api.
Get a quote
Getting a quote is quick, easy, and free.
On-site inspection
A quick, thorough site assessment — species, access and risks.
Professional removal
Clean and safe work, chipped and cleaned up — no mess, no hassle.
Our other services
Aps Tree Removal clears your space safely — quickly, cleanly, and with care. Every job starts with a free quote and a quick, thorough look at the site.
Tree & Palm Removal
We remove trees of any size, even those near homes or fences.
About tree & palm removalHedge Trimming
We trim all hedge types — including tall privacy screens up to 10m.
About hedge trimmingStump Removal
We grind stumps 300–400mm deep, with tight access options.
About stump removalBamboo Pruning & Removal
We extract bamboo stands and root balls to protect your property.
About bamboo pruning & removalYucca Removal
We stop yucca regrowth for good to protect your property.
About yucca removalLand Clearing
We remove trees, shrubs, and stumps to prepare your land.
About land clearingWood Chipping & Mulching
We chip branches and offcuts into mulch — use it or we’ll take it.
About wood chipping & mulchingGreen Waste Removal
We remove all tree and hedge debris unless you ask to keep it.
About green waste removal
Your trusted experts in tree pruning
With over 16 years of experience and 1400+ happy clients, Aps Tree Removal is Melbourne’s go-to choice for professional tree pruning. From small courtyard trees to large eucalypts, we prune with skill, safety, and precision — always with the tree’s health in mind.
Tree Pruning guides from Api
What it costs, when you need a permit, how the job is done and what to check before you book: written for Melbourne homeowners by the arborist who does the work.
Hedge trimmingHedge trimming and pruning in Melbourne: when to cut, how hard, and what each hedge needs
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24 November 2025 · 17 min read
Hedge trimmingHedge trimming contracts: what a regular hedge maintenance plan covers in Melbourne
What a regular hedge maintenance plan actually covers, how often different hedges need cutting across a Melbourne year, and the questions to settle before you agree to one.
22 November 2025 · 12 min read
Hedge trimmingProfessional hedge trimming: the DIY mistakes it avoids on Melbourne hedges
The seven mistakes that turn a good Melbourne hedge into a brown, bare-bottomed one, why each happens, and exactly what a professional hedge trimmer does differently.
19 November 2025 · 13 min read
Tree removalTree removal near me: how to find the right crew in Melbourne's west
What 'tree removal near me' should really get you in Melbourne's west: a fast site visit, a crew that knows your council and turns up, and three quotes you can actually compare.
14 November 2025 · 19 min read
Tree removalProfessional tree removal vs tree lopping: why the method matters in Melbourne
What separates professional tree removal from lopping: the pruning standard, sectional dismantling on ropes, the safety record behind the price, and how to check an arborist is actually qualified.
9 November 2025 · 21 min read
What clients say
Jane Liu
8 Sept 2026
Api and the team are very reliable and professional, and they always get the job done to a high standard. Their prices are reasonable, and their servi…
John GB Cia
2 Sept 2026
I had 2 gigantic yuccas removed by Api and I am very happy with their service. Im talking about huge trees, taller than my single storey home and more…
Geoff Blake
11 June 2026
We recently had tree works completed at our property and were extremely impressed with the entire process. Api and the team was punctual, professional…
Marilyn Evans
11 Feb 2026
API came saw and removed a large tree growing up against the house. No damage to the house and all the stump removed. Prompt and efficient. Sorry it w…
Robert Wise
14 Nov 2025
Api and the team did a great job removing our yucca’s and a fallen date palm that had been on its side for 4 years. Highly recommend APS Trees for qui…
PJ Maroney
13 Nov 2025
I highly recommend Api and his team. They came out to assess our job in werribee within a couple of hours of my request and offered the best most reas…
Mia C
26 Oct 2025
Api from APS Tree Removal was amazing! He removed our dying bamboo hedge and trimmed our other hedge beautifully. He was professional, friendly, and v…
Wayne J
18 Oct 2025
Api came this morning to give me a quote to remove 2 large Yuccas. His quote was more than competitive and after accepting his quote he was back this…
Mey Chua
17 Oct 2025
Api is really good with his work and prompt with his time, did everything so efficiently! He is the person to go to for tree removal! 😀
Adrian Brown
21 Sept 2025
Aps Tree Removal is a fantastic company. Apineru and his guys are great. Turned up on time. Did the work very professionally. They cleaned up after th…
Craig W
12 Sept 2025
Api and his crew did a brilliant job of removing two trees and a heap of yuccas etc. Highly recommended.
Shelley Lask
10 Sept 2025
Api and his team removed my cocos palm - they arrived when they said they would, communicated clearly and left the area cleaner than when they arrived…
paul stumpo
3 Sept 2025
Api and team done a excellent job cutting my two pencil trees down in no time cleaned up good I'LL Recommend Api to any one that wants excellent job d…
Sneha
28 Aug 2025
Api and his team did a fantastic job in cutting down 3 big pear trees and pruning other trees in the front-yard. The whole process of getting the quot…
Thomas Atkinson
12 Aug 2025
Api and the team did a great job working hard, doing lots of pruning removing trees, as well as pruning my ginormous oak tree. They worked tirelessly…
leo Baldacchino
7 Aug 2025
Api and he’s team did a sensational job removing a numerous amount of large trees from my backyard! Communication was above exceptional, friendly and…
K Y
7 Aug 2025
Api and his team have done a beautiful job. Api pruned trees and trimmed tall hedges for us. Api also removed rubbish and cleaned the place tidily. We…
Emily Joseph
28 July 2025
Amazing work done by API and his team! Great communication and very friendly people. Would defiantly use again in the future and recommend to friends…
Jacob Xavier
18 June 2025
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5 Stars I recently hired Aps tree removal company and couldn’t be more impressed with their work. From start to finish, Api and team was profess…
The Visiting Vet
24 May 2025
Removed some trees from our property, was very quick and have done an amazing job in a very quick time. Highly recommend.
jeff ramos
27 Mar 2025
Api and his team were an absolute gents! honest and caring. Removing tree stumps and several bushes. He was very clear to what is in-scope and out of…
Rob Licciardo
23 Mar 2025
Pleasure to have API and his crew a challenging job to cut down 6 x 40 foot dangerously overgrown trees at my residence in Keilor this week . The Enti…
Natalie
17 Jan 2025
Absolutely fantastic service! Very quick, efficient, and super professional - Api and his team is the best for any tree job. He was able to prune and…
Ramani R
4 Dec 2024
Great job. Thank you
Tree Pruning Melbourne — common questions
What is the difference between pruning and removal?
Pruning removes the risky limbs, deadwood and overhang while keeping the tree. It is the right call when a tree is healthy but has grown too close to a roof, a fence, power lines or a neighbour. Removal is for trees that are dead, dangerous or in the way.
Can you lift branches off my roof or away from power lines?
Yes. Canopy lifting and clearance pruning — lifting low branches off roofs and maintaining clearance from power lines — is a core part of what we do.
Will pruning hurt the tree?
Not when it is done properly. We assess the species, structure and surroundings first and prune with the tree’s long-term health in mind — improving airflow, reducing storm resistance and keeping the canopy balanced.
Do you help with council requirements?
Our pruning follows council-friendly practices for shaping and clearance. If your tree may be protected, ask Api at the quote and he will tell you what applies.
Do you take the branches away?
Yes. Offcuts are chipped on site; the mulch can stay for your garden or we take it away with the rest of the green waste.