AQF Level 3 Arborist Services

Pruning & Tree Removal

Dangerous trees taken down safely in controlled sections. You deal with qualified arborist Brett Hockey from initial quote to final clean-up across Port Stephens, Maitland, and the Hunter Valley.

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AQF Level 3 qualified$20M public liabilityRigged down clear of roofs

Arborist in helmet and harness rigging top section of a large trunk for removal

Precision Section Dismantling

Safe & Controlled Dismantling

Rigged Down, Not Dropped

When a massive eucalypt or gum tree is situated right next to your home, shed, or glass conservatory, dropping it in one piece is never an option. We use advanced climbing spurs, friction devices, and heavy-duty rigging ropes to take trees down branch by branch.

Each limb is cut in manageable sections and lowered slowly under complete control. Lawns, garden beds, fences, and underlying structures are fully protected throughout the entire operation.

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Comprehensive Tree Services

What We Handle

Whether it is a single overhanging branch threatening solar panels or a complete block clearance, Brett provides certified solutions backed by 15+ years experience.

Dangerous & Hazardous Tree Dismantling

Trees leaning over houses, sheds, or powerlines are taken down in sections and lowered safely on ropes without touching your property.

Crown Thinning & Selective Pruning

Removing weak, dead, or diseased limbs to let sunlight through, reduce wind resistance, and promote healthy growth.

Palm Tree Cleaning & Removal

Cleaning messy fronds and seed pods, or removing overgrown palms that drop heavy debris onto driveways and roofs.

Storm Clearance & Deadwooding

Clearing split limbs, storm fractures, and deadwood before high winds turn them into dangerous falling hazards.

Site Clearing & Fence Line Clearance

Clearing trees and overhangs for new builds, driveways, boundary fences, and rural acreage projects.

Council Compliance & Permit Support

Advice on Port Stephens, Maitland, and local council regulations including 5m structure distance exemptions and RFS 10/50 clearing.

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Local Owner-Operator

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Send us a photo or give Brett a call directly. We visit your property, assess access and hazard risks, and provide a transparent fixed-price written quote.

Brett Hockey — Owner & Lead Climber

AQF Level 3 Arborist & $20M Insured

Full coverage on every job. Certificate of currency provided upon request for homeowners, strata, or commercial clients.

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