East & South Auckland Arborist – Tree Care by Russ
Tree Removal
Auckland
Managing your trees with safety, modern equipment, and personal attention from start to finish.
👤 No Subcontractors💰 From $150 Small Jobs♻ Full Clean-up Guarantee
10+ Years Auckland ExperienceEast, South & Central Auckland Tree Specialist
Fast Estimates
Enter Your Details For a Free Quote – From $150 For a Small Job.
Need a dangerous branch removed, hedge trimmed, or full tree cut down? Get a fast site visit and transparent estimate with no hidden fees.
- Free, no-obligation site inspections
- Direct personal response from Russ Dolan
- Competitive pricing for all Auckland suburbs
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Free site visit • Personal service • Fast response
100%Personal Inspection & Work Guarantee
Personal Accountability
I'm here to give you personal attention
When you contact Trees by Russ, you deal directly with me—Russ Dolan. I don’t send unsupervised subcontractors or random crews to your property.
I personally inspect the site, provide your quote, lead the safety operation, and make sure your yard is left spotless. That’s how we’ve built our trusted arborist reputation across South, East, and Central Auckland for over a decade.
No MiddlemenDirect communication from start to finish.
Safety FocusedControlled dismantling and drop zones.
10+ Years of Tree Care
Hi, I'm Russ Dolan!
“Tree care is more than just cutting wood – it’s about protecting homes, restoring light, and making properties safe before severe weather hits.”
With over ten years of practical tree surgery, hedge maintenance, and stump grinding experience, my team and I handle complex standard and emergency tree removals across Auckland with care and precision.
Comprehensive Tree Solutions
My Services
We cover Auckland’s South, Eastern, and Central suburbs with specialised arborist machinery and personal service.
Tree Removal
For trees that have become too large, damaged, diseased, or pose safety hazards to nearby structures.
Stump Removal
Deep stump grinding and root clearing to prepare your land for replanting, lawns, or construction.
Powerline Clearance
Safe branch reduction and pruning around electrical lines to prevent hazards during major storms.
Hedge & Tree Trimming
Precision hedge shaping, crown thinning, and branch reduction for healthier, beautiful greenery.
Common Questions
Have a Question About Your Tree?
Quick answers from qualified Auckland arborists.
Yes. Every job is planned around your property, fences, driveways and neighbours, and carried out with controlled dismantling, rigging and drop zones. Ask Russ for insurance details when you book your free site visit.
Yes. Russ carries out branch reduction and pruning around electrical lines, and for trees near live lines we work with the network provider to arrange safe clearance before any cutting begins.
Yes. Stump grinding and root clearing can be added to any tree removal, leaving the area ready for lawn, replanting, paving or construction.
We focus on East, South and Central Auckland — including Howick, Pakuranga, Botany Downs, East Tamaki, Manukau, Papatoetoe, Flat Bush, Papakura, Ellerslie, Remuera and surrounding suburbs.
Immediate Action Required?
Let's do something about your tree problem
Contact Russ directly for a prompt response, competitive pricing, and honest arborist advice.
Verified Local Reviews
What My Customers Are Saying
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“It was a tricky job and required careful work as large branches overhung power lines and a neighbouring property. Russ’s expertise made a difficult task look easy.”
Jock Paterson
Auckland
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
“We have been very happy with Russ and his team. Recommend him to do a good job. He can tackle a variety of jobs which makes it easy to get more complicated work done.”
David Teape
Auckland
★★★★★ Rated 5 out of 5
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Storm Readiness & Safety
That Problem Tree in Your Garden Can Be Gone Before the Next Storm Hits
Severe winds and winter rainstorms across Auckland frequently turn weak branches into costly property liabilities. Don’t wait for damage to occur.
- 12-Inch Wood Chipper Equipment
- Heavy Duty Chainsaws & Rigging
- Zero Mess Clean-Site Guarantee
- Powerline Clearance Approved
Auckland Wide Coverage
Tree Care Across Auckland
Check if your suburb is within our primary service boundary.
East Auckland
- Howick
- Pakuranga
- Botany Downs
- East Tamaki Heights
- Half Moon Bay
- Whitford
South Auckland
- Manukau
- Papatoetoe
- Flat Bush
- Papakura
- Manurewa
- Takanini
Central & Surrounds
- Ellerslie
- Remuera
- Penrose
- Mt Wellington
- Onehunga
- Panmure
Get in Touch Directly
Here's How to Contact Me
Call or email Russ Dolan today to request your free site visit and competitive estimate.
☎Phone Russ021 2299 155✉Emaildolanrus@gmail.com
⚲Base Location23 Newinn Crescent, East Tamaki Heights 2016
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Case Studies & Advice
Recent Projects & Blog
Case Study
How we safely removed a massive root system threatening concrete paving without damaging water mains.
Tree Advice
Dangerous thorns and root bases explained, plus how affordable professional extraction can be.
Tree Health
Identifying fungal decay and sick limbs early before they compromise surrounding trees.