Best Tree Services in Auckland
We assessed 58 tree services in Auckland and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 2,335 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 4 October 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
Tree removal, felling, trimming and stump grinding are hazardous work, so use a qualified arborist. Always confirm the operator carries public liability insurance and, if the tree is near a boundary or structure, ask whether a council resource consent is needed before any work begins.
Top 5 Tree Services in Auckland
The top 5 tree services in Auckland are #1 Urban Arborists, #2 DS Trees, #3 Tree King, #4 Tree Fellas, and #5 Pro Climb, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Urban Arborists
★ 5.0 492 reviews +22 Top5 Score 191 +25★ 481 4★ 8 2★ 1 1★ 2Urban Arborists tackles tree removal, pruning and reshaping, bamboo taming, and stump grinding, regularly finishing multi-tree jobs within a single morning at or under the quoted price. Charli in the office handles bookings and sends reminders, while named crew members like Jed, Matt, Bridget, and Fred keep clients informed throughout and blow out gutters or take away extra garden waste as part of the finish.
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DS TREES LIMITED
★ 4.9 450 reviews +15 Top5 Score 1895★ 428 4★ 19 2★ 2 1★ 1DS Trees removes large trees, grinds stumps, shapes hedges, and trims mixed plantings including privet, wattle, ficus, and pleached titokis, with multiple reviewers returning for a second or third job. The office team keeps clients updated from quote through to completion, and crews leave sites clean regardless of job size.
location_on The Barn, 392 Mill Road, Takanini, Auckland
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Tree King
★ 4.9 308 reviews +5 Top5 Score 181 -15★ 298 4★ 6 3★ 1 2★ 2 1★ 1Tree King gets palm de-fronding, stump grinding, tree felling, and canopy pruning done in a single organised visit, from prompt quoting through to cleanup and mulching on the same day. Reviewers across multiple jobs note a morning courtesy call before the crew arrives, leaving sites cleaner than expected, and stacking firewood as part of the finish.
location_on 125 Diana Drive, Glenfield, Auckland
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Tree Fellas Limited
★ 4.8 288 reviews +1 Top5 Score 174 -15★ 258 4★ 22 3★ 3 1★ 5Tree Fellas trims hedges, shapes ornamental trees, and takes on larger removals including pine and native trees, with crews like Neil, Boyd, and Ryan explaining what needs doing and why before a single cut is made. Clients who have used them over many years and multiple visits point to crews arriving punctually, offering planting and pruning advice on the day, and leaving sites clear of all debris.
location_on 8 Kitson Place, St Johns, Auckland
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Pro Climb Tree Care
★ 4.9 177 reviews +2 Top5 Score 1715★ 165 4★ 7 3★ 1 2★ 1 1★ 3Pro Climb coordinates hedge trimming, canopy pruning, palm removal, and full tree felling, scaling crew size on the day when a job turns out harder than quoted without charging extra. Chelsea handles assessment and scheduling while named crew members like Aaron, Hanna, and Maddie check in with clients at the start and end of each job to confirm the result matches what was agreed.
location_on 10 Pukemiro Street, Onehunga, Auckland
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Before you hire a tree service in Auckland
Drawn from 200 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does tree removal or pruning typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more
Small tree removal starts around $500, while large or complex trees can exceed $5,000. Stump grinding is almost always quoted separately, running $150 to $500 per stump.
Pruning a single residential tree often falls between $200 and $1,500 depending on size and access. What drives cost up is proximity to structures, difficult site access, and whether green waste disposal is included.
What qualifications and insurance should a tree service have? expand_more
There is no mandatory government licence to operate as an arborist in New Zealand, so checking credentials yourself is essential. The main professional body is the New Zealand Arboricultural Association (NZAA), which maintains a public register of members who hold recognised qualifications such as the NZ Certificate in Arboriculture at Level 3 or Level 4.
Reputable operators carry public liability insurance of at least $1 million, and you should ask for proof before anyone starts work near your home or outbuildings. For work near powerlines, additional rules apply under the Electricity (Hazards from Trees) Regulations 2003, limiting that work to suitably qualified persons only.
Do I need council consent to remove a tree on my property? expand_more
Removing a tree on your own property is not automatically permitted, because many trees are scheduled as protected or notable under local District Plans. Check your council's GIS maps or District Plan schedules before booking any work, and be aware that some councils apply blanket protections to trees above a certain trunk diameter regardless of species.
Resource consent to remove a protected tree can cost between $500 and $3,000 in council fees alone, and councils can decline the application or require replanting. Removing a protected tree without consent risks enforcement action and fines under the Resource Management Act 1991, and one arborist in the reviews highlighted that helping clients understand protected tree status is part of good service.
What are the warning signs of a tree service you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –No written quote provided before work begins, leaving scope and price open to dispute after the job.
- –Crew removes more than instructed or cuts the wrong area without checking with the homeowner first.
- –Site is left with debris, branches, or logs that were never agreed to be left behind.
- –No response to phone calls or enquiries, or calls returned only after a negative review is posted.
- –Workers enter neighbouring properties or block driveways without seeking permission from affected parties.
- –Invoice issued with a same-day due date, giving you no time to assess whether the completed work matched the quote.
What should you ask before hiring a tree service? expand_more
- –Ask for proof of public liability insurance and confirm workers are covered, as uninsured crews leave you liable for property damage or injury on your site.
- –Confirm whether cleanup and green waste disposal are included in the quoted price, or whether that is an added cost.
- –Ask whether they check for underground services such as pipes and cables before any stump grinding begins.
- –Ask if the tree you want removed may be protected under your local District Plan, and whether they can help you check before booking.
- –Get the full scope of work listed in writing, including which specific trees or sections are included, so there is no dispute about what was agreed if the job turns out to be more complex than expected.
Also recommended tree services in Auckland
Ranked 6 to 10 on the same public review record.
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Specimen Treecare Ltd
★ 5.0 67 reviews +4 Top5 Score 1635★ 66 4★ 1Specimen Treecare takes on tree trimming, hedge cutting, pruning of fruit and ornamental trees, and full removals including large trees with restricted access, completing multi-tree jobs in a matter of hours. Wayne and Simon lead crews that coordinate closely with clients throughout the work, leaving properties spotless and taking care to match cuts to what was agreed.
location_on 33 Hannigan Drive, Mount Wellington, Auckland
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Auckland Tree Care by Russ
★ 4.9 107 reviews Top5 Score 1635★ 103 4★ 2 2★ 1 1★ 1Auckland Tree Care by Russ covers palm removal, tree pruning, hedge trimming, and full tree felling, including trees close to buildings or in tight, awkward spaces. Russ quotes on the spot, and the crew arrives on time, works through the job without supervision gaps, and leaves the site cleaner than they found it, including mulching debris on request.
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Tree Tops - Auckland Arborists
↓ 1★ 4.9 109 reviews +1 Top5 Score 162 -15★ 105 4★ 1 3★ 1 1★ 2Tree Tops prunes large natives, fells queen palms, cuts back overgrown hedges, and trims trees near powerlines, taking on sites with serious height and difficult access. Crews check in with clients throughout the job, and properties are routinely left cleaner than they were before the team arrived, even when working through poor weather.
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A1 Sure Services - Auckland Tree Removal & Tree Care Arborists
★ 4.6 188 reviews Top5 Score 1615★ 162 4★ 6 3★ 3 2★ 3 1★ 14A1 Sure Services removes large palms, prunes fruit trees, trims hedges, and takes down substantial trees like gum and oak, including in confined spaces between properties. George and crew arrive with the right gear, work through difficult conditions, and leave sites spotless, with competitive pricing flagged by multiple clients across varied job sizes.
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Waitakere Tree Services
↓ 1★ 4.8 149 reviews Top5 Score 1615★ 136 4★ 7 2★ 2 1★ 4Waitakere Tree Services covers stump grinding, tree removal, pruning, and full property clearances, with crews like Loga, Finn, and Tanoa leaving sites tidy and completing jobs ahead of estimated time. Cynthia and the back-office team coordinate scheduling and communication, and clients who return across multiple jobs point to consistent follow-through from first contact to site cleanup.
location_on 28 Bancroft Crescent, Glendene, Auckland
About this ranking
What the 10 tree services listed above hold, at the 4 October 2026 check.
We first assessed tree services in Auckland in March 2026 and have rechecked the ranking four times since. Two different businesses have held first place; Urban Arborists has held it since August 2026. The same five businesses have been in the top 5 at every check. Across the 14 locations we assess tree services in, the 138 businesses listed have a median rating of 5.0, and one-star reviews are 0.9% of their total.
What has changed since March 2026? expand_more
- Oct 2026
Scoring method updated. Auckland Tree Care by Russ returned to the list at #7. A1 Sure Services returned to the list at #9.
- Aug 2026
Urban Arborists returned to first place.
- Jul 2026
Scoring method updated. New first place: DS Trees. Specimen Treecare entered the list at #10.
- May 2026
- Mar 2026
First check. Urban Arborists #1.
How are the top tree services in Auckland chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for tree services in Auckland. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out, and a business whose main Google category is a different trade is held back until a person has checked what it does. A business whose website no longer resolves and that has had no Google review for six months is treated as dormant and left off the page until either changes. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
What does a business subscription offer? expand_more
No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Claiming and verifying a listing is free. It adds a phone number to the card and a small trust bonus (+3 points) to its score, for confirming a real operator stands behind the listing. The owner also gets a dashboard showing how their score is made up. A paid subscription provides an enhanced card with more ways to reach the business, including a website link and a detailed profile page. It also refreshes this page monthly and adds ranking history and competitor analysis to the owner's dashboard. The subscription adds nothing to the score. Claim your listing or see what a subscription includes.
Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for tree services in Auckland. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.