Mortdale based. Sydney wide. 15 years on the tools.
Bushfire hazard reduction & fuel-load clearing in Sydney
AQF Level 5 arborists, $20M public liability and council paperwork handled. Tell us about the job and we call you back the same day.
★ 5.0 from 71 Google reviewsAQF Level 5 arboristsISO 9001 certified$20M public liability
Reduce your bushfire fuel load — safely and legally.
If your property backs onto bush, reducing the fuel around your home can be the difference in a fire. True Roots clears and manages vegetation for bushfire protection — within the rules.
Bushfire hazard reduction means cutting the fuel load — trees, scrub, undergrowth and deadwood — around homes and assets so fire has less to feed on and crews have safer access. Done well it protects your property; done wrong it can breach council and RFS rules.
True Roots carries out asset protection zone (APZ) work, canopy and fuel reduction, and clearing that aligns with the NSW 10/50 vegetation clearing rule where your property qualifies. As AQF Level 5 arborists we identify protected vegetation first, then clear, mulch and recycle the rest — see vegetation management and land clearing.
Bushfire protection, properly managed.
Asset protection zones
Establishing and maintaining APZs around homes and buildings to slow fire spread.
10/50 clearing
Clearing within the NSW 10/50 rule where your property qualifies — within the limits.
Canopy & fuel reduction
Thinning canopy, removing deadwood and reducing ground fuel around your assets.
Ongoing maintenance
Scheduled clearing so fuel never builds back up before fire season.
Compliant clearing by qualified arborists.
Rules-aware
We know the 10/50 rule, APZ requirements and council/RFS limits — and work within them.
Protected veg checked
AQF Level 5 arborists identify what’s protected before anything is cleared.
Clean & recycled
Green waste mulched and recycled, debris removed, your site left safe and tidy.
Good to know.
What is the NSW 10/50 rule?
In designated bushfire-prone areas it lets you clear trees within 10 metres of your home and underlying vegetation within 50 metres without council approval — within limits. We check if you qualify. See our 10/50 guide.
Do I need approval for bushfire clearing?
It depends on your property and what you’re clearing. Some work falls under the 10/50 rule or RFS hazard-reduction provisions; other work needs council approval. We assess and advise.
What is an asset protection zone (APZ)?
A managed buffer of reduced fuel around buildings that slows a fire and gives it less to burn. We establish and maintain APZs to the required standard.
When should I do hazard reduction?
Ideally well before fire season, and maintained each year so fuel doesn’t build back up.
What our clients say
Real reviews from Sydney clients, quoted from our Google profile. Long reviews are shortened; tap Read full review to see it on Google.
Reviews …Really great service, professional, safe and accommodating. Difficulties of access easily overcome, good people to deal withRead full review
David G.October 2026Jimmy and the guys were excellent at their job—very fast and very tidy. I highly recommend them, and I certainly wouldn't hesitate to use them again in the future. "True Roots" are the best.
Nomikos R.October 2026Removed 4 bunches of palm nuts and tidied everything up. Great job.
Matthew K.October 2026Jimmy and his crew were fast, efficient and professional! He was so helpful in removing a tree in our yard that was a safety hazard. I highly recommend True Roots and would not hesitate to use them again if needed.
Liz B.June 2026Jimmy and his team were excellent. Fast, reliable, well-priced and impressive work. Great to see such a good, local tree removal business and arborist in Mortdale and operating in the St George area. You will not be disappointed using these guys.
Jamie D.April 2026Great service! I liked how they cleaned up after they chopped down our tree. Efficient and very competitive pricing. I would happily book them again in the future.
Celia L.April 2026Jimmy and the two men working with him were professional, hard working and efficient with their time. They removed a large bougainvillea adjacent to the pool. I was very impressed with how well they did this, especially given how thorny it…Read full review
Jan B.March 2026I recently hired True Roots to remove a large gum tree from my property, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their service. From the initial consultation to the final clean-up, the team of arborists were professional, efficient, and…Read full review
Joseph2025Jimmy was amazing; right from the beginning, he was informative, professional and willing to work within our budget. We could not be happier with what he has delivered for us. We removed all our side trees and replaced them with hedges and…Read full review
JJ2025Highly recommend the Team from True Roots, the boys came in and removed a Black Butt that was overhanging our house. Very competitive pricing and managed to squeeze us in. The stump was ground back and all waste was removed. Very professional and skilled workers. Will definitely use them again in the future.
Ben G.2024Highly recommend! James and the boys did an amazing job cutting down a large tree in my yard. Super professional, efficient, and left everything clean and tidy. Great service, and I’m really happy with the results. Will definitely call again for any future tree work! Thanks Andrew
Andrew M.2024Qualified, insured and accountable
- AQF Level 5 arboristDiploma of Arboriculture (AHC50524), TAFE NSW, 2024. About 15 years in arboriculture.
- ISO 9001 certifiedQuality management system certified to ISO 9001.
- $20M public liabilityPlus icare workers compensation. Certificates of currency sent with every quote.
- Australian StandardsTree pruning and trimming to AS 4373, tree protection on building sites to AS 4970.
- Indigenous-ownedOwned and operated by an Indigenous director. Registered NSW Government supplier on buy.nsw.
- 5.0 on Google71 reviews, every one from a real job. Read them.
Protect your property before fire season.
Call True Roots for compliant bushfire hazard reduction and fuel-load clearing across Sydney.
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Tell us what you need done and we will call you back to arrange a look. Every job is assessed individually - no two trees are the same.
Urgent or unsafe tree? Call 0422 023 242 - we answer 24 hours.