Arborist Sydney — certified arborists, tree reports & expert tree care
Qualified arborist advice you can actually build on.
True Roots are AQF Level 5 qualified, fully insured Sydney arborists. We assess tree health and risk, write clear reports for council and development applications, and carry out the pruning, removal and treatment work ourselves — so the advice and the job come from one accountable team.
A good arborist saves you money and protects your property. We tell you honestly whether a tree can be kept, what work it needs, and what the council will and won’t allow — backed by recognised qualifications and proper diagnostics, not guesswork.
From a single problem tree in the backyard to tree protection plans for a build, strata canopy management or an independent second opinion, we give you written, defensible advice and then do the work to a professional standard.
Assessment, reports and expert tree care.
Tree health & risk assessments
On-site inspection and diagnosis of tree health, structure, decay and hazards — with clear, honest recommendations on what to keep, treat or remove.
Arborist reports for council & DA
Written AQF Level 5 arborist reports for tree removal applications, development applications and disputes — formatted to meet Sydney council requirements.
Tree protection for development
Tree Protection Zones (TPZ), tree protection plans and construction monitoring so trees are retained correctly and approvals stay on track.
Pruning, removal & treatment
We carry out the recommended works ourselves — structural pruning, crown reduction, safe removal, cabling and treatment — to Australian Standard AS 4373.
From inspection to a clear written outcome.
1. Site inspection
A qualified arborist attends, inspects the tree and site, and listens to what you need to achieve.
2. Assessment & diagnosis
We assess health, structure, risk and council status, and identify the safest, most cost-effective option.
3. Report or quote
You get a clear written report and/or a fixed-price quote you can act on or lodge with council.
4. Works or lodgement
We carry out the approved works to standard, or support your application through to approval.
Qualified, independent and genuinely local.
AQF Level 5 qualified
Recognised arboricultural qualifications and Arboriculture Australia membership — credentials councils accept and clients can trust.
Honest & council-aware
Straight advice on what’s worth keeping and what councils allow — no upselling removals that aren’t needed.
One team, report to result
The arborist who assesses your tree works with the crew who do the job — no disconnect between advice and delivery.
Good to know.
What does an arborist actually do?
A qualified arborist assesses the health, structure and safety of trees, diagnoses problems, and recommends the right care — pruning, treatment, removal or retention. We also write reports for council and carry out the physical tree work to Australian Standards.
How much does an arborist report cost in Sydney?
It depends on the number of trees, the report type (removal application, development/DA, or dispute) and the site. We give you a clear fixed price up front after a quick look or a few photos — no surprises.
Do I need an arborist report to remove a tree?
Often yes. Most Sydney councils require an AQF Level 5 arborist report to support a tree removal or pruning application unless the tree is an exempt species or within an exempt distance. We’ll tell you whether you need one before you spend money.
Are your arborists qualified and insured?
Yes — AQF Level 5 qualified arborists, $20M public liability and workers compensation. Our reports are recognised by Sydney councils and our field work meets AS 4373 (pruning) and AS 4970 (tree protection).
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Need a qualified arborist in Sydney?
Send a photo and your suburb, or book an inspection. We’ll tell you honestly what your tree needs and give you a clear, fixed price — report, works or both.