Frequently asked questions

Council approval requirements vary depending on your local council, the type of tree and the work being carried out. With more than 20 years of experience working across Sydney’s Northern Beaches and North Shore, Josh can usually explain whether council approval may be required for your job. If approval is needed, Josh will guide you through the process, explain what’s required and help you understand the next steps before any work begins. Not sure if approval is required? Give Josh a call. He’s always happy to talk through your job and point you in the right direction before booking a free on-site quote. Customers should always follow the requirements of their local council where approval is required.

Yes. Leaf It To Me offers free on-site quotes so Josh can assess the tree, access and surrounding structures before confirming the work.

Your suburb, the type of work you think you need and a short description are ideal. Include any access details such as stairs, narrow side paths or shared driveways.

Yes. A thorough clean-up of the agreed work area is included unless the quote states otherwise. Josh and the team remove branches, logs, leaves and other green waste as part of the agreed service, leaving the work area clean and tidy. If you’d like to keep mulch for your garden or retain suitable firewood or timber, simply let Josh know during your free on-site quote and he’ll happily discuss the best option with you. We believe finishing the job properly includes leaving the agreed work area looking as good as practical.

Many properties across Sydney’s Northern Beaches and North Shore have limited access. Josh will inspect widths, steps, slopes and the path to the street, then plan the job around the real site.

Keep people away from damaged trees and hanging branches. Call 000 for life-threatening emergencies and Ausgrid on 13 13 88 for fallen or damaged powerlines. Contact Josh once the area can be approached safely.