📍 Mentone, VIC 3194

Tree Removal in Mentone
Qualified Arborists, Done Right

Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding and 24/7 emergency tree services across Mentone — from Redback Tree Services, Kingston's trusted local arborists for over 15 years.

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🛡️ Fully Insured
⭐ 4.9 Google Rating
🏆 15+ Years Experience
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Tree Removal in Mentone — Local Arborists

Mentone is a popular beachside suburb with a good mix of long-term residents and newer families. Properties close to the water often have coastal species — banksias, tea trees and she-oaks — alongside the more common suburban trees: gums, pittosporums and palms. Trees near the beach can also take a hammering from salt and wind, which affects their structure over time.

Redback Tree Services works regularly across Mentone on removals, pruning, stump grinding and emergency response. We understand Kingston City Council's permit process and carry equipment suited to Mentone's varied block sizes and access conditions.

Concerned about a coastal tree after recent storms? Need a tree removed before a renovation? Talk to us.

  • Kingston City Council permit checks and advice
  • Compact equipment for tight residential access
  • All common Mentone species handled — banksias, tea trees, she-oaks, gums and palms
  • Powerline clearance safely coordinated
  • Free written quotes with no obligation
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Our Tree Removal & Tree Services in Mentone

Professional tree care for Mentone properties — from single-stump jobs to full canopy removals.

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Tree Removal

Tree Removal Mentone

Safe removal of dead, hazardous or unwanted trees on Mentone properties. We use rigging and lowering techniques for work near fences, structures and shared boundaries — no shortcuts.

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Pruning & Cutting

Tree Pruning & Cutting Mentone

Crown thinning, reduction, deadwooding and structural pruning — done properly, not just lopped. Pruning extends tree life, reduces storm risk and maintains clearances from structures. All work to Australian Standards.

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Stump Grinding

Stump Removal & Grinding Mentone

Stumps left in the ground attract pests and block replanting or paving. We grind them below ground level for a clean, level finish ready for lawn, garden or hardstand.

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Emergency

Emergency Tree Removal Mentone

24/7 emergency tree removal across Mentone. Storm damage, fallen branches, hazardous trees — we respond fast, remove safely and assist with insurance documentation.

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Arborist Services

Arborist Mentone

Written arborist reports for Kingston City Council permit applications, pre-purchase inspections, development projects and insurance claims — clear and thorough, from qualified arborists.

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Council Permits

Council Permit Advice

Kingston City Council has permit requirements for significant tree removal in Mentone. We check what's needed before work starts, advise on the process and prepare supporting documentation where required.

🚨 24/7 Emergency Tree Removal — Mentone

Storm damage? Fallen tree? Hazardous limb threatening your home? Don't wait. Call us now.

📞 (03) 9525 7667 — Available 24/7

Why Mentone Residents Choose Redback

15 years working across Melbourne's south-east. Honest advice, clean results.

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Qualified Arborists Only

Every arborist holds current AQF qualifications. No unlicensed subcontractors on any Mentone job.

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Fully Insured, Every Job

Comprehensive public liability insurance on all work. We provide proof before starting — always ask any tree company for this before they touch anything.

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Straight Advice

We tell you what actually needs doing. If a tree doesn't need removing, we'll say so. Free written quotes, no pressure.

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Local Knowledge

Mentone's coastal location means wind and salt damage are genuine factors in tree health assessments here. We carry the right equipment and know the local permit process.

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Reliable and On Time

We show up when we say we will, work efficiently and leave the site clean. No excuses, no mess left behind.

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Full Site Cleanup

Green waste chipped and removed. Wood chips left as free garden mulch on request. Your property looks better after we've been.

What Mentone Customers Say

Real reviews from local residents — no edits, no spin.

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"Palm removal from a tight spot near the garage. Very careful work, no damage at all. Good value too."

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Anne H.
Mentone · Google Review
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"Banksia that had been damaged by salt winds. Arborist assessed it properly and recommended removal — explained clearly why. Good honest advice."

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Tim F.
Mentone · Google Review
★★★★★

"Crown reduction on a gum overhanging the fence line. Crew were professional and the tree looks much better."

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Julie K.
Mentone · Google Review
★★★★★

"Emergency after a storm — branch on the back fence. Came out next morning, sorted quickly and site was clean."

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Roger P.
Mentone · Google Review
★★★★★

"Stump grinding before new garden beds. Quick, clean and they left the chips for mulch. Great service."

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Christine W.
Mentone · Google Review
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"Arborist was straight with us — recommended a prune rather than removal. Saved us money. Tree's better for it too."

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Neil B.
Parkdale · Google Review

Common Questions — Tree Removal Mentone

Straight answers to the questions Mentone residents ask us most.

Mentone is in the Kingston City Council area. Significant trees over certain size thresholds require a permit. Our arborists can assess your tree and advise on requirements before any work starts.

Salt spray causes leaf scorch and dieback, sandy soils reduce nutrient retention and strong sea breezes can create structural imbalances in canopy growth. Trees near the foreshore in Mentone should be inspected regularly. Our arborists can assess your trees and recommend appropriate care or removal.

Yes. Redback Tree Services holds comprehensive public liability insurance and all arborists carry current AQF qualifications. You can request proof of insurance before any work begins.

Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency tree removal across Mentone and surrounding Kingston suburbs. Call (03) 9525 7667 any time for emergency response.

Cost depends on size, species and access. Small removals from around $400–$600; larger or complex coastal trees can be $1,500–$3,000+. Free on-site assessment and written quote provided.

All green waste is chipped and removed — included in the price. Wood chips left as free mulch on request. Site fully cleaned before we leave.

Mentone-specific knowledge

We Know Mentone's Trees & Council Rules

Mentone sits within Kingston City Council and has a pleasant mix of older bayside homes with established gardens and newer builds. Like the rest of the Kingston area, the planning scheme protects significant trees — particularly the coastal species close to the foreshore that give the suburb its character.

Our arborists are in Mentone regularly. The suburb's proximity to the bay means coastal wind exposure on the beachside streets, which affects tree structure over time. Trees that look healthy can have hidden structural issues from years of wind loading — something worth getting properly assessed before any pruning or removal work.

Common trees we work on in Mentone:

Coast Banksia
Agonis Flexuosa
Eucalyptus (Gum)
Liquid Amber
Brush Box
Ornamental Pear
Moonah
Monterey Cypress
Phoenix Palm
Pittosporum
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Kingston Council Tree Permits

Mentone falls under Kingston City Council's planning scheme. Trees over a certain size need a permit before removal or significant pruning.

HeightTrees over 5 metres generally need a Kingston planning permit.
GirthTrunk circumference over 50cm at 1.4m from ground is typically protected.
OverlaysProperties near the Mentone foreshore may sit under environmental protection overlays with stricter rules.
ExemptionsDead trees and genuine safety hazards may qualify for exemption — always confirm before starting work.

We lodge Kingston Council permit applications and prepare all supporting arborist reports on your behalf.

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The people doing the work

Our Qualified Arborists

Every job is led by a qualified arborist — not a labourer handed a chainsaw. Our team covers the full range of tree work, from technical pruning in tight residential gardens to large-scale removals and confined-space stump grinding. Here's who you're actually getting when you book with Redback.

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Nathan Hawes
Level 3 Certified Arborist — Lead Consultant
ConsultingArborist ReportsAll Tree ServicesRisk Assessment

Nathan is our lead consulting arborist with over 10 years of hands-on arboricultural experience across residential, commercial, and council work. Certified at Level 3 — the highest field qualification in the industry — he writes arborist reports for council permit applications, provides expert tree risk assessments, and oversees complex jobs across our service area. If you need a report that council will actually accept, Nathan writes it.

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Tom Massey
Level 3 Qualified Arborist
Technical PruningConfined Space RemovalHedge Trimming

Tom is a Level 3 qualified arborist with a particular strength in technical pruning — getting structure and form right, not just cutting branches off. He handles confined-space tree removals where access is limited and precision matters, and takes on hedge trimming programs across our residential client base. The kind of arborist who thinks before he cuts.

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Jason Ball
Level 2 Arborist — 25+ Years Experience
All Tree ServicesConfined Space StumpsComplex Removals

Jason has been doing this work for over 25 years. That kind of experience doesn't come from a classroom — it comes from working through every difficult scenario you can imagine, on every type of property. He's across all aspects of tree work and is one of our go-to people for confined-space stump removal where access is tight. When something's tricky, Jason's usually who we call.

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Matthew Pejkovic
Certificate III Arborist — Arborist Manager
Tree RemovalTree PruningStump GrindingConfined Space StumpsHedge Trimming

Matthew manages the day-to-day operations of our arborist crew and is hands-on alongside the team. Cert III qualified and across the full range of tree work — removal, pruning, hedge trimming, and stump grinding including confined-space jobs where standard equipment can't get in. If you're dealing with a stump in a tight backyard with no access, Matthew's done it before.

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Brayden Matthews
Tree Removal Specialist
Tree RemovalConfined Space RemovalRigging & Dismantling

Brayden's focus is tree removal — specifically the kind others find difficult. Confined-space removals in tight back gardens, narrow side passages, or sites with limited equipment access are his specialty. Experienced in rigging and controlled dismantling techniques that let you take down a large tree piece by piece without damaging structures around it. The job you were told couldn't be done easily? Brayden probably can.

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Wylie Taylor
Stump Grinding Specialist — 30+ Years Experience
Stump GrindingStump RemovalAll Stump Types

Wylie has spent over 30 years grinding stumps. That's not a job title — that's a level of experience you don't find anywhere else. He's worked every stump type, every access situation, and every species across Melbourne and its surrounds. When you need a stump ground cleanly with minimal disruption to the surrounding garden or paving, Wylie gets it done.

Contact Redback Tree Services — Mentone

Ready for a free quote or want to book an arborist? Here's how to reach us.

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Bayside Office Office 2/455 North Rd, Ormond VIC 3204
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