Why Residents Choose NS Tree Removals
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Tree Services We Offer
We provide a full range of tree services across Upper Ferntree Gully. Whatever the job looks like, we've got it covered.
Our Simple Procedure
- Contact Us – Give us a call on 0455 331 045 or fill out our easy-to-fill form and share information about your tree concern.
- Free Site Inspection – We will inspect your property to determine what is required.
- No Obligation Quote – We will provide you with a fair quote before undertaking any work.
- Job Done – Our professionals do the job efficiently and safely, and clean up the residue afterwards.
Local Knowledge, Local Care
Upper Ferntree Gully sits at the foot of the Dandenong Ranges, and that means the vegetation here is a bit different from what you’d find in flatter parts of Melbourne. Mountain Ash, Manna Gum, Messmate, and other large native species are common across the area, and properties backing onto the Dandenong Ranges National Park often have dense, established vegetation that needs careful handling.
Properties in this area also fall under Knox City Council regulations, with planning controls in place that protect the flora on residential land. Under Clause 52.37 introduced in September 2025, you may need a planning permit before removing certain canopies – even if your property doesn’t have an overlay. Parts of this area also fall within the Yarra Ranges Shire, which has its own requirements. Our team is familiar with both councils and can advise whether a permit is likely to be needed before any major work goes ahead, saving you time and helping you stay on the right side of local planning rules.
We understand the block sizes, slopes, and access challenges common in this part of the foothills, and we bring the right equipment for the job every time.
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Whether your tree needs a light trim, a careful prune, or a full removal, NS Tree Removals provides local services. Get in touch for a free, obligation-free quote – we’re straightforward to deal with, and we’ll only recommend what your property actually needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The cost depends on a few factors: the vegetation’s size and condition, how easy it is to access, and whether it's near structures, fences, or power lines. At NS Tree Removals, we provide a free, no-obligation quote after assessing your property, so you'll know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
Yes, probably. The land of Upper Ferntree Gully is under Knox City Council, and as per Clause 52.37 planning controls, from September 2025, the cutting down of canopies on residential lands will most probably need planning permissions, irrespective of overlay planning controls that may exist. In addition, there are parts of the land in this region that lie in the Yarra Ranges Shire.
Our professional arborists are ready to assess your case and provide assistance with a permit application if necessary. You could receive hefty fines for failing to acquire the proper permissions, and we will make sure you avoid such issues.
Tree lopping refers to the reduction of the size of the plant species by cutting off its larger parts when it has overgrown the available space or become dangerous to the surroundings. On the other hand, pruning is a more regular procedure where only specific branches are cut off to improve the tree's condition.
Yes, NS Tree Removals provides both stump grinding and full tree stump removal in this area. Stump grinding takes the stump below ground level so you can replant or lay turf straight away. Full stump removal takes the entire root system out - useful if you're planning major landscaping changes or need to lay new paving. We'll recommend the most suitable option depending on your plans for the area.
Yes. Storms in the Dandenong Ranges foothills can bring down large branches or cause significant tree damage with little warning. Service provided by our cutting team includes prompt emergency response to make your property safe as quickly as possible. Get in touch as soon as you can, and we'll prioritise getting out to you.
Yes, all work is carried out by qualified arborists, and NS Tree Removals holds full public liability insurance for both commercial and residential jobs. This gives you complete peace of mind that the work is done to a professional standard and that you're covered if anything unexpected happens on site.
We work with all species common to this area, including Mountain Ash, Manna Gum, Messmate, Peppermint Gum, native tree ferns, wattles, and a wide range of ornamental and exotic species. Large native eucalypts are a speciality - they require experienced handling due to their size, weight, and the specific techniques needed to remove them safely near structures.
Next step tree removals were fantastic. Removed trees from my pool area. The did an amazing job, left the site clean and tidy and were best priced by far and very professional at their job. I can’t ask for a better job, Im more than happy with their work and would use them again. I highly recommend them.
Chris Matthies
Next step tree removals are very professional at their job and did an amazing work. I can’t ask for a better job, Im more than happy with their professional work and are very reasonable with their prices. They removed the trees in no time with no mess around. I highly recommend them
Abrar Ali
Needed a hand removing clumping bamboo from my back yard and trimming our ivy. Chris removed the bamboo and completed stump grinding at our property efficiently and left our yard neat and tidy. Good communication and by far the best price I was quoted for the job. Would highly recommend
Lachlan Taylor