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Rutherford Trees

4.9(29 reviews)
St Leonards, VIC

About this business

Rutherford Trees provides professional arboricultural services across the Bellarine Peninsula from its base in Indented Head, including tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, land clearing and emergency call-outs. Their team of qualified arborists and skilled operators use advanced rigging techniques and high-quality machinery to deliver safe, efficient work with an emphasis on environmental care and serving the local community.

Service areas

Servicing St Leonards and surrounding locations.

  • Indented Head
  • Bellarine Peninsula

See what local homeowners are saying

  • Ned Laurie

    24 Feb 2026

    I can't speak highly enough of these guys, they are terrific! This is the second time I have used their services. The crew arrived first thing in the morning and although there was a bit of work to be...

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    I can't speak highly enough of these guys, they are terrific! This is the second time I have used their services. The crew arrived first thing in the morning and although there was a bit of work to be done, they had the job done really quickly. The crew were super friendly, polite and easy to talk to and extremely professional. Best of all these guys are fair and reasonable with what they charge. I highly recommend Nick and his team from Rutherford Trees. Thanks heaps guys 👍🙂

  • DIANE EDGERTON

    23 Feb 2026

    I would recommend Rutherford Trees to anyone! Fast service, made sure communicated and sent photo of completed job! Job well done… thank you Nick!

  • lucia bongiorno

    27 Mar 2026

    Nick and his team were very professional, efficient and friendly. Nick responded very quickly to provide a quote. His team were set up to start at the time I was advised 4 days later. They removed 30...

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    Nick and his team were very professional, efficient and friendly. Nick responded very quickly to provide a quote. His team were set up to start at the time I was advised 4 days later. They removed 30 trees and stumps before lunch! A small glitch (error from us) left 3 trees standing; when Nick was phoned his team were back and the trees were gone within minutes. I could not recommend this company more effusively. Many weekends of hard work by us was sorted by Rutherford Trees in hours. And all for a very reasonable price. Thankyou Nick and your team!!

  • Eva Cole

    28 Jan 2026

    A professional and trustworthy team. I regularly have them check on my trees for health and safety, and they leave after giving free advice more often than not. I've contacted numerous arborists over...

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    A professional and trustworthy team. I regularly have them check on my trees for health and safety, and they leave after giving free advice more often than not. I've contacted numerous arborists over the years, but these guys consistently gave the lowest quotes and were the only ones to show up on time. I don't bother calling anyone else anymore; they get my work uncontested.

  • Morgan Travaglia

    16 Oct 2025

    Could not recommend this business more highly. From the first phone call with Nick, he was a pleasure to deal with. Extremely prompt and professional, he attended my house the very next day to provide...

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    Could not recommend this business more highly. From the first phone call with Nick, he was a pleasure to deal with. Extremely prompt and professional, he attended my house the very next day to provide a quote and had completed works the day after that. His team worked so efficiently to cut down our big gum and trim our other trees. They are also very well priced. Highly recommend!

  • Rae

    2 Mar 2026

    We are very happy with the job Rutherford Trees did for us. The staff were prompt, competent and friendly and we would recommend their services to others.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do arborists typically charge?
Arborist costs vary widely depending on the type and scale of work. Factors such as tree size and species, site access, whether removal and stump grinding are needed, required equipment and disposal all affect the total. Most quotes separate a call-out component from labour and materials, and after-hours or emergency jobs generally attract higher rates. The live pricing on this page shows current estimates for different job types.
Do arborists charge call-out fees?
Many arborists charge a call-out fee to attend and assess the job, which is usually separate from labour and materials. That fee typically covers travel and the initial site inspection, and smaller or remote jobs may be subject to a minimum charge. It's worth confirming whether a call-out fee is included in any quote you receive.
When do arborists need a licence?
Arborists often need registration or specific contractor credentials for higher-risk, large-scale or regulated tree work. Where the scope overlaps with regulated building or contractor work, providers should hold a valid state contractor or builder credential and comply with local council permit requirements for protected trees. For higher‑risk tasks, look for evidence of public liability insurance, documented work-at-heights controls and SWMS.
How do I get a quote from Rutherford Trees?
Rutherford Trees lists phone or through their website on this profile, so you can contact them directly for pricing and availability. Share a short scope and photos to get a faster quote.
What areas does Rutherford Trees service?
Rutherford Trees services Indented Head and Bellarine Peninsula and surrounds. Contact them to confirm service areas.
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