Tree Pruning Gymea

Council approval is required in Gymea for pruning overhanging branches from protected trees, even on your neighbour’s property. Although their permission isn't necessary, it's polite to let your neighbour’s know about your plan.

If your trees show signs of compromised health or have dead and overgrown branches, it’s important to consider pruning. These issues can hinder growth and lead to health complications, and falling branches can damage people or property. We advise pruning at least twice annually, or more often depending on the species and growth rate.

Pruning trees involves risks that are best managed by Bob & Ben The Tree Men. Our experienced arborists will assess your tree, get the required approvals from the local council, and carry out the pruning, including removing dead and excess branches. We’ll also clean up and dispose of all cuttings from your property.

The Sutherland Shire Council enforces adherence to Australian Standard AS 4373-2007 for tree pruning, which guarantees practices that prevent branch failure, pathogen infection, and premature tree death.

To comply with this standard, the pruner must have at least an AQF Level 3 qualification in arboriculture. Council approval is also required for heritage trees, native vegetation linked to threatened species, and indigenous or Aboriginal significant items.

Pruning costs differ depending on the height, condition, and accessibility of the tree. For an accurate estimate, contact Bob & Ben The Tree Men for a free, no-obligation quote.

With property access, you can enjoy your day while our expert Gymea arborists handle the tree pruning. We’ll work with minimal disruption, guaranteeing your landscape remains clean and your trees are in better health.

We serve numerous suburbs in the Sydney area, including:

• Alfords Point
• Bangor
• Barden Ridge
• Bonnet Bay
• Bundeena
• Burraneer
• Caringbah
• Caringbah South
• Como
• Cronulla
• Dolans Bay
• Engadine
• Grays Point
• Greenhills Beach
• Gymea
• Gymea Bay
• Heathcote
• Holsworthy
• Illawong
• Jannali
• Kangaroo Point
• Kareela
• Kirrawee
• Kurnell
• Lilli Pilli
• Lucas Heights
• Maianbar
• Menai
• Miranda
• Oyster Bay
• Port Hacking
• Royal National Park
• Sandy Point
• Sutherland
• Sylvania
• Sylvania Waters
• Taren Point
• Waterfall
• Woolooware
• Woronora
• Woronora Dam
• Woronora Heights
• Yarrawarrah
• Yowie Bay

Pruning your overgrown hedge during late winter or early spring is best, as these times align with the dormant phase of the plant, helping it grow back stronger and healthier.

Pruning helps hedges thrive by removing dead or unhealthy branches, promoting a denser leaf cover, and retaining the hedge’s preferred shape and size. It also enhances air flow and light penetration, crucial for maintaining overall health.

If your hedge shows signs such as a dishevelled appearance, loss of shape, spreading onto pathways or adjacent properties, sparse growth, excessive height, dead branches, or poor flowering and fruiting, it’s time for pruning.

Depending on their variety and growth speed, most hedges benefit from pruning at least once or twice a year. Tailor your pruning schedule to your hedge species to guarantee they stay healthy and attractive throughout the entire year.

Proper trimming can indeed extend the lifespan of hedges by fostering healthy growth and preventing diseases and pests. Hedges that are well-maintained are better prepared to endure environmental stresses.