Engadine, Yarrawarrah, Woronora Heights.
Tree Removal & Arborist Engadine
Engadine sits between the Royal National Park and Heathcote National Park, which makes its trees protected, bushfire-relevant and very large. We do 10/50 clearing, hazard removals and proper pruning with the Shire and RFS rules checked first. AQF Level 5, $20M insured.
★ 5.0 from 71 Google reviewsAQF Level 5 arboristsISO 9001 certified$20M public liability
Bush-edge blocks in Engadine, Yarrawarrah and Woronora Heights
Engadine, Yarrawarrah and Woronora Heights are surrounded by bush, and most lots on the outer streets are mapped bushfire-prone. The trees on and around them are the sandstone forest — Scribbly Gum, Sydney Red Gum, Bloodwood, Blackbutt, Turpentine, Old Man Banksia — tall, protected and, in fire weather, a real concern. The suburb has been through enough fire seasons to take asset protection seriously.
Our Engadine work is mostly that: checking whether a lot has an RFS 10/50 entitlement and, where it does, clearing trees within 10 m of the house without a Shire application; and where it does not, assessing the trees that worry people and lodging with Sutherland Shire Council for the ones that genuinely need to go. Gums that are healthy and safe we say so about, and we keep them.
The removals themselves are big: 25 to 30 m trees over project homes and pools. We crane from the street where one can set up and rig in sections where it cannot, chip on site, and leave mulch and firewood if you want them.
Tree services in Engadine
10/50 clearing
Eligibility checked, trees within 10 m of the house removed, vegetation within 50 m managed. See the 10/50 rule.
Hazard-tree removals
Dead, split, decayed or storm-damaged gums removed with the Shire application done where 10/50 does not apply. See hazard trees.
Pruning that keeps the tree
Deadwood and weight reduction on the gums the Shire will not let go — which is most of them. See pruning.
Storm response
After a southerly through the park, limbs on roofs made safe the same day. See 24/7 emergency.
Sutherland Shire Council rules, RFS 10/50 and the park boundary
Sutherland Shire Council: protected from a 100 mm trunk at 500 mm above ground; exempt species include Camphor Laurel, Weeping Fig, Rubber Tree, Italian Cypress, pines, wattles and fruit trees; dead trees without hollows exempt; storm-broken limbs and roofline clearance exempt; within 3 m of the house or pool normally approved on application; up to 28 business days.
RFS 10/50: Large entitlement areas around Engadine, but eligibility is per lot and the RFS online tool is the only authority. Where it applies, trees within 10 m of an external wall and other vegetation within 50 m can be cleared without council approval. It never extends into the national park.
Habitat: Hollow-bearing gums on the park edge are habitat. The Shire protects them and so do we, unless the tree is genuinely dangerous — in which case we document it and remove it properly.
Recent bush-edge jobs
Our own photos from the southern Shire.
- Vegetation clearing of around 50 trees at 3–10 m on one property — cut, processed, stockpiled, mulch left free.
- Gum removal on a bushland-edge block in Menai, yard rebuilt afterwards.
- Selective removal and weed control of Privet, African Olive and Chinese Celtis across a large block.
- Controlled sectional removal of a large dead gum over structures.
Engadine tree questions
Does 10/50 mean I can clear everything within 10 m?
Trees within 10 m of the house, yes, on an eligible lot — and other vegetation within 50 m. It does not apply to every lot, it does not cover the park side of your boundary, and some threatened species and heritage trees are still protected. We check before we cut.
What does it cost to clear a bush block in Engadine?
Our clearing jobs this year ran $6,000 to $25,000 ex GST; the biggest was around 50 trees. Leaving the mulch on site is free.
Is the gum over my house safe?
Book an assessment. We climb it, check the base, unions and canopy, and give you a written answer. Most are a deadwood-and-reduction job, not a removal.
Prices from our own 2026 jobs
| Job | Typical price (ex GST) | What moves it |
|---|---|---|
| Small tree or palm removal (under 5 m) | $300 – $900 | Front-yard access is the cheap end; rear access or a stump adds to it. |
| Medium tree removal (5–10 m) with stump ground | $1,500 – $4,000 | Sectional dismantle near a driveway, boundary or pool, waste removed. |
| Large or hazardous tree removal (10 m+) | $5,000 – $25,000+ | Rigging or crane over the house, two to three days, traffic control where needed. |
| Pruning, crown reduction, deadwood | $800 – $4,000 | To AS 4373. Powerline clearance and pool-fence compliance trims sit at the low end. |
| Stump grinding (per stump) | $300 – $900 | Ground below turf level; root treatment and backfill on request. |
| AQF Level 5 arborist report for council | $1,500 – $2,000 | Written to each council’s requirements. Note: Sutherland Shire asks for a report independent of the tree contractor. AS 4970 impact assessments quoted per site. |
| Land clearing and vegetation removal | $6,000 – $25,000 | Whole blocks, bushfire zones, invasive species. Mulch left on site is free. |
Taken from our own 2026 invoices, not a national average. Every job is quoted as one fixed price after we see it. Full breakdown in the tree removal cost guide.
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What our clients say
Real reviews from Sydney clients, quoted from our Google profile. Long reviews are shortened; tap Read more for the full review on Google.
Reviews …Really great service, professional, safe and accommodating. Difficulties of access easily overcome, good people to deal withRead more
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 more
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 more
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 more
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.
Bushfire-zone trees in Engadine?
Send the address and a photo. We check 10/50 and the Shire rules, then quote the clearing or the removal as one fixed price.
Get a free quote
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.