Comprehensive Tree Care & Consultancy Services

At Treebeards Arboriculture, our mission is to provide expert tree management that respects both our clients’ needs and the natural environment.

Our expertise is grounded in qualifications, experience, and our aim for tree conservation. Find out more of what our services involve below.

Tree Maintenance Services

Tree Lopping / Removal

Removing a tree is a significant decision and requires expertise to ensure safety and compliance with local regulations. Our team conducts thorough assessments to understand the risks involved and utilises advanced equipment and techniques to safely and efficiently remove trees that pose dangers or conflicts.

Formative Pruning

Pruning is essential for the health and structure of trees. Our pruning services focus on removing diseased or potentially hazardous branches while promoting healthy growth. Proper pruning reduces risks of falling branches and fronds and enhances the tree's natural shape and vitality.

Stump Grinding

Leftover stumps can pose hazards and obstruct landscaping projects. Our stump grinding services effectively remove these remnants, preventing root damage to pipes and pavements, and leaving your landscape clear and safe for future use.

Weed Management

Weeds compete with trees for nutrients and water. Our weed management strategies are tailored to protect your trees while maintaining biodiversity. We utilise environmentally conscious techniques to control weed growth effectively.

Tree Planting

Choosing the right tree for the right location is crucial for sustainable landscapes. Our knowledgeable team advises on the best species suited to your environment, taking into account soil type, climate, and space constraints, to ensure your trees flourish for years to come.

Palm and Coconut Palm De-Nutting

Residents in the Mackay and surrounding areas are blessed to enjoy an abundance of palm trees, but like with all trees, they must be properly maintained by tree experts. As part of our complete range of tree care options, we can provide you with professional and cost-effective palm tree maintenance, palm tree removal and de-nutting services.

Mulching

Mulching is a vital step in tree care, helping to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and enhance the nutrient content of the soil. We supply and apply high-quality organic mulch that supports healthy tree growth and environmental sustainability.

Consultancy Services

Our consultancy services are designed to deliver expert advice and practical solutions to complex tree management challenges, tailored to both commercial and residential needs.

TreeBeards works with civil engineers, design companies and civil contractors to enable them to make informed and environmentally sound decisions when it comes to tree management.

Arboricultural Reports

Our detailed arboricultural reports provide essential insights into the health, safety, and viability of trees. These reports assist in making informed decisions on tree preservation, planning, and management.

Health & Condition Assessments

We conduct comprehensive assessments that evaluate the structural integrity and overall health of trees. Our tree hazard assessments identify potential risks, allowing for proactive management to alleviate hazards.

Project Arborist Services

Our arborists are experts in safeguarding trees during development. We specialise in creating and implementing plans to protect trees on construction sites, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting coexistence.

Nursery Inspections

Ensuring plant health begins at the nursery. Our inspection services assess plant stock for pests, diseases, and overall health, helping nurseries maintain high standards and ensure quality.

Protection of Trees on Development Sites

Tree Protection Management Plans is a comprehensive set of guidelines that provides a blueprint for the protection of trees during the various phases of construction and development. It outlines the criteria for tree assessment, retention, and the establishment of protective measures to mitigate the impact of development activities.

Onsite Verbal Consultations

We provide immediate, actionable advice through onsite consultations. Our experts address your tree-related concerns, offering solutions and guidance to meet your specific needs swiftly.

Pest & Disease Management

Identifying and managing pests and diseases is essential for tree health. Our integrated management strategies focus on early detection, prevention, and treatment, safeguarding your trees from common threats.

Before and After Drone Footage

We utilise state-of-the-art drone technology operated by certified pilots to provide aerial footage of tree projects. This service enhances our tree hazard inspections, offering clients unique perspectives and documentation.

Root Investigation

Understanding root development is crucial, particularly in urban areas. Our root investigation services use non-invasive techniques to assess and diagnose root health and potential impacts on nearby structures.

Tree Impact Assessment Reports

An Impact Assessment Report (AS4970) is a comprehensive document that evaluates proposed development activities and the effects that it may have on existing trees within and around the development site.

This is a crucial step to assess the significance, health and vitality of trees in an area before any development occurs. These reports are crucial in providing recommendations for tree protection measures and how developers and arborists can work together to minimise the negative impacts on the urban forest.

Equipment

The Treebeards team are fully qualified and experienced in tree management practices and have insurance and licensing to successfully and competently complete projects.

Our equipment includes:

  • 14-inch woodchipper

  • 2 x 15m elevated work platforms

  • 70 horsepower remote control stump grinder “The largest in North Queensland”

  • 2 x tipper truck

  • skid steer loader

  • Land Cruiser

  • Fully qualified drone pilot for tree hazard inspections. Footage can be provided to client as part of tree hazard inspections.

Did you know?

Depending on the severity of the case, tree vandalism can incur a minimum fine of $1000 (street tree) and increase to over $50,000 (coastal vegetation) for investigation, signage, replacement and remediation.

FAQ’s

  • The difference between a tree lopper and an arborist comes down to training and experience. Arborists are tree experts who have been trained to follow Australian standards of tree management, maintenance and care in order to ensure the best results for the tree, the ecosystem and the safety of nearby residents. 

  • Local councils each have guidelines for urban forest management. Treebeards has extensive experience working within these policies.

    See MRC’s Tree Management Guidelines here: https://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/residents/environment/natural_environment/trees_and_vegetation/tree_management_guidelines

    Your local council can provide you with a copy of its guidelines upon request.

  • Trees are valuable for a number of reasons including:

    • Shade provided by trees lowers local temperatures on hard surfaces by 3-5 degrees

    • Reduce erosion and help stabilise foreshores

    • Improves air quality by producing oxygen

    • Enhance liveability – trees create wind breaks along foreshore and urban areas

    • Reduce air pollution – trees intercept and filter harmful gas and airborne particle pollution

    • Improve water quality – by slowing and filtering runoff before it enters drains and the rivers

    • Absorb carbon dioxide – taking away some of the excessive amounts contributing to climate change

    • Provide vital habitat for insects, birds and other native wildlife