Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Tree Removal & Arborist Services in Southern Highlands NSW
Established in 2001, Southern Highlands Tree Services has built a reputation for excellence in arboriculture and horticulture across the Southern Highlands region. With over 25 years of industry experience, our team of qualified arborists delivers safe, efficient, and expert solutions for tree removal, lopping, pruning, stump grinding, and storm damage management. We prioritise client satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and a commitment to preserving property integrity.Our services extend to challenging environments, including confined spaces, while maintaining a 100% no-damage record. Fully insured and equipped with advanced tools like cherry pickers and wood chippers, we serve residential and commercial clients in Moss Vale, Bowral, Mittagong, and surrounding areas. Our preventative tree management approach helps clients mitigate risks from falling branches, ensuring properties remain secure year-round.
Services
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding
Tree Pruning
Storm Damage Services
Land Clearing
Canopy Thinning
Tree Planting
Mulching
Dead-Wood Removal
Risk Assessment
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of arboriculture expertise in Southern Highlands
- Our team includes qualified, WorkCover-certified arborists
- Fully insured with a 100% no-damage record
- Specialise in confined space operations and storm damage recovery
- Serve Moss Vale, Bowral, Mittagong, and surrounding suburbs
What people say
Professional and prompt service
Impeccable work
Outstanding knowledge
Highly recommend
Satisfied customer
Services
Tree Removal
Professional tree removal services for residential and commercial properties. Our qualified arborists safely dismantle hazardous or unwanted trees using advanced rigging techniques and industry-standard equipment. We prioritise property protection and compliance with local council regulations, ensuring permits are obtained where required. With over 25 years of experience, we handle complex removals in confined spaces across the Southern Highlands.
Stump Grinding
Comprehensive stump grinding solutions to eliminate tree remnants after removal. Using high-powered machinery, we grind stumps below ground level, allowing seamless lawn restoration. This service prevents tripping hazards, pest infestations, and regrowth while maintaining property aesthetics. Our team ensures minimal disruption to surrounding landscaping, delivering clean, efficient results for both small and large-scale projects.
Tree Pruning
Precision tree pruning to enhance tree health, structure, and safety. We perform deadwood removal, canopy thinning, and shaping to promote growth while reducing storm damage risks. Our arborists follow Australian standards for pruning, using sterile tools to prevent disease transmission. Regular maintenance prolongs tree lifespan and maintains visual appeal for properties in the Southern Highlands region.
Storm Damage Services
Rapid response to storm-damaged trees, including branch removal and structural stabilisation. We assess risks from compromised trees, implementing immediate safety measures to protect properties. Our team works efficiently to restore affected areas while minimising further damage. Available for urgent cases, we prioritise client safety and property integrity following severe weather events.
Land Clearing
Professional land clearing services for development or agricultural purposes. We utilise machinery like bobcats and kanga loaders to remove trees, stumps, and undergrowth efficiently. Our approach balances project requirements with environmental considerations, ensuring compliance with local regulations. We service both small private properties and large commercial sites across the Southern Highlands area.
People
Glen Gwilliam
Qualified Arboriculturist
With over 25 years of experience in arboriculture, Glen leads our team as a certified arborist specialising in tree management and horticulture. His expertise includes safe climbing techniques, risk assessment, and council-compliant tree removal. Glen's commitment to excellence and property preservation has earned him strong client loyalty across the Southern Highlands region.
Questions
What tree services do you offer in the Southern Highlands?
We provide tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, storm damage recovery, land clearing, and risk assessments across the Southern Highlands, including Bowral, Mittagong, and Moss Vale.
Do I need a permit for tree removal?
Yes, most councils require permits for tree removal. We advise clients to obtain necessary approvals before work begins and can guide you through the local council requirements.
Are your arborists qualified and insured?
All our arborists are WorkCover-certified with chainsaw qualifications. We maintain full insurance coverage and have a 100% no-damage record for client property protection.
How do you handle emergency tree situations?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency services, we prioritise storm-damaged trees and hazardous situations during regular business hours, ensuring prompt and safe resolution of urgent tree issues.
What areas do you service?
We operate throughout the Southern Highlands region, covering Bowral, Mittagong, Moss Vale, Berrima, Robertson, Burrawang, Colo Vale, Exeter, Bundanoon, and surrounding suburbs.
Reviews (3)
Amanda Meindl
Dec 12, 2020
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Beautiful and amazing, everything from going to cut your own trees to pre cuts, everyone is so friendly and very helpful. Amazing for families!!
Mark Jones
Oct 06, 2017
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When we choose to have a real tree this is where we go. It is also a great source for wreaths and boughs should you have a need for those as well.
Jacci Reeds
Oct 04, 2017
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The trees are great.I had my tree up from Thanksgiving till yesterday Jan 5th. I had hardly any needles down. Even after the tree was down there was very little needles.People couldn't believe it.Highland is a very nice tree farm and the owners are very nice and helpful .
