Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Tree services and landscaping business with around 20 years' experience in the tree and landscaping industries.
View listing →Tree Surgery in Cork
Tree work needs trained climbers, the right equipment and proper insurance. These tree surgeons and arborists work across Cork City and County, from pruning garden trees to safely dismantling large ones. Below you'll find typical prices, the permissions you might need, and what to check before hiring.
Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Tree surgery business serving Cork, offering a full range of tree services.
View listing →Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Tree and hedge specialists trading since 1988 (formerly All Counties Tree Surgery), now working only in Cork. Handles reductions, visual tree assessments, hazardous…
View listing →Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Garden and grounds maintenance for homes and commercial sites including business parks, housing estates and hospital grounds. Offers once-off or weekly/monthly…
View listing →Bantry
Bantry-based business providing landscaping, tree surgery and grounds maintenance across West Cork and South Kerry.
View listing →Brooklodge, Glanmire · covers Cork county-wide
Glanmire arborists serving Cork for around 30 years. Tree surgery, tree removal and felling, and hedge cutting.
View listing →Ladysbridge
East Cork tree surgeon and trainer, 2013 Irish Tree Climbing Champion, working in Ireland since 1998. Handles storm damage and emergency work and trains new arborists.
View listing →Bishopstown
Bishopstown-based garden service established in 2013. Offers grass cutting and strimming, hedge trimming and tree services. Qualified and insured.
View listing →Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Cork tree surgeon also offering landscaping and gardening work.
View listing →West Cork · covers Cork county-wide
Family-run tree surgery company in West Cork serving Munster. NPTC-certified climbers, fully insured, and known for clean, tidy sites. Works for homeowners,…
View listing →Bandon · covers Cork county-wide
Bandon tree surgery company with a 25+ year history. Services include tree surgery and felling, power line tree management, emergency tree care, hedge cutting, site…
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How much does tree surgery cost in Cork?
Tree surgery is quoted per job after a site visit. Size, access and what happens to the timber make the biggest difference.
| Job | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small pruning job | €200–€300+ | Shaping or deadwood removal on a small tree. |
| Medium pruning or crown reduction | €300–€800 | Depends on height and how much comes off. |
| Small tree removal | €300–€600 | Straightforward access, little risk to property. |
| Large tree removal | €800–€2,000+ | Usually sectional felling with climbing gear. |
| Very large or dangerous tree | €2,000+ | May need a cherry picker, crane or road closure. |
| Stump grinding | €100–€400+ | Often quoted separately from felling. |
Indicative Irish price ranges, checked October 2026. They are national figures, not quotes; prices in Cork vary with access, waste removal and how overgrown the job is, so always get two or three written quotes. Sources: HomePros tree surgeon cost guide (Aug 2026).
What pushes the price up or down
- Height, spread and condition of the tree. Dead or diseased trees can be riskier to climb.
- Access: trees in back gardens reached only through the house cost more.
- Nearby buildings, power lines, roads or glasshouses that need protecting.
- Whether timber and chip are taken away, left as logs, or chipped on site.
- Emergency call-outs after storms are usually charged at a premium.
Compare tree surgery businesses in Cork
All 11 listed businesses at a glance. Tap a name for the full listing.
| Business | Based in | Covers | Also offers | Contact listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aardvark Tree Services | Cork | All of Cork | Landscaping | — |
| Able Tree Services | Cork | All of Cork | — | — |
| All Cork Tree Surgery | Cork | All of Cork | Hedge Cutting, Garden Clearance | — |
| All Seasons Tree and Gardening Services | Cork | All of Cork | Garden Maintenance, Grass Cutting, Hedge Cutting, Power Washing, Landscaping | Website |
| Colm Cronin Landscaping | Bantry | Bantry, Skibbereen and Clonakilty | Landscaping, Garden Maintenance | — |
| Cork Tree Surgeons | Brooklodge, Glanmire | All of Cork | Hedge Cutting | Phone |
| David Law Tree Care and Training | Ladysbridge | Youghal, Midleton and Cobh | — | — |
| KD Garden Services | Bishopstown | Cork City, Ballincollig and Douglas | Grass Cutting, Hedge Cutting | — |
| N Vaughan Tree Services | Cork | All of Cork | Landscaping | — |
| Pullin Trees | West Cork | All of Cork | — | Phone, Website |
| Treepro Ltd | Bandon | All of Cork | Hedge Cutting, Garden Clearance | — |
When to book tree surgery in Cork
| When | What to plan |
|---|---|
| November–February | Best time for most pruning and felling of deciduous trees, while dormant and with no nesting birds. |
| March–August | Nesting season. Avoid felling and heavy pruning unless a tree is dangerous. Check for nests before any work. |
| June–August | Prune cherries, plums and other stone fruit now, as summer pruning reduces the risk of silver leaf disease. |
| After autumn and winter storms | Demand for emergency work spikes. Get trees near the house assessed before storm season. |
Hiring for tree surgery in Cork: a quick guide
Common tree surgery jobs
Crown reduction and crown thinning, crown lifting, deadwood removal, sectional felling, stump grinding and emergency work after storms are the most common jobs. Many tree surgeons also handle large hedges and site clearance.
Permissions: Tree Preservation Orders
Cork City Council and Cork County Council both make Tree Preservation Orders (TPOs) to protect important trees. A tree covered by a TPO cannot be felled, topped, lopped or destroyed without the council's consent, and trees in some conservation areas have similar protection. A reputable tree surgeon will check before starting, but you can also ask the council directly.
Permissions: felling licences
Under the Forestry Act 2014, most tree felling in Ireland needs a felling licence from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. There are exemptions, including trees within 30 metres of a building, which covers most garden trees around a house. Exemptions under the Forestry Act do not override a TPO or the Wildlife Acts.
For larger sites, farmland or rows of trees, check with the Forest Service before felling.
Qualifications and insurance
Ask for evidence of public liability insurance and recognised training, such as NPTC or Lantra certificates for chainsaw and climbing work. For larger trees, ask how they will protect your property during the job.
Ash dieback
Ash dieback is widespread in Ireland. Affected ash trees can become brittle and unpredictable, so if you have a declining ash near a house, road or path, get it assessed by an arborist.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does a tree surgeon cost in Cork?
- Typical Irish prices are €200–€800 for pruning, €300–€600 to remove a small tree and €800–€2,000 or more for a large one. Stump grinding is usually an extra €100–€400.
- Do I need permission to cut down a tree in my garden?
- Usually not, if the tree is within 30 metres of a building and not protected. You do need council consent for a tree under a Tree Preservation Order, and a felling licence may be needed for trees further from buildings.
- How do I know if a tree has a Tree Preservation Order?
- Contact the planning department of Cork City Council or Cork County Council, depending on where you live. They hold the list of protected trees.
- When is the best time to prune trees?
- Most deciduous trees are best pruned in late autumn or winter when dormant. Cherries and plums are better pruned in summer to reduce disease risk.
- Is stump grinding included in tree removal?
- Not always. Stump grinding is often quoted separately, so ask when getting quotes.
- Who is responsible for a tree that falls onto a neighbour's property?
- Generally the owner of the tree, especially if it was visibly dead, diseased or damaged beforehand. Getting risky trees assessed and keeping a record is sensible. For a specific dispute, get legal advice.
- Can I keep the logs?
- Usually, yes. Many tree surgeons will cut timber into rings or logs and leave them for you, which can lower the price.