From full site clearances and complex tree removals to trimming, grinding, and hedges — Holland's Tree Services handles it all across Christchurch and Canterbury. NZQA Level 4 certified. Fully insured. 20+ years in the trade.
Holland's Tree Services does it all. But if you want to know where we live — it's the big stuff. Full tree removals, large-scale site clearances, multi-tree projects, complex fells in tight spaces. That's the bread and butter, and it's what we're built for.
Adam Holland has held an NZQA Level 4 Advanced Arborist qualification since 2004 — the highest practical arborist qualification in the trade. Every service we offer is delivered to that standard: safety-first, fully insured, and completed properly. Whether it's a single tree or a section full of them, the approach doesn't change.
We cover all of Christchurch and Canterbury. Free quotes on every job. No obligation.
Safe, professional removal of trees of any size — residential or commercial, straightforward or complex. When a tree needs to come down, Adam and the team get it done right, first time, with no damage to your property.
Tree removal is the most common arborist job we take on — and the one we've refined over 10,000+ jobs across Canterbury. Whether it's a single hazardous tree close to a structure, a large pine on a steep section, or a row of macrocarpas along a boundary, we have the equipment, the technique, and the NZQA Level 4 expertise to remove it safely and efficiently.
Every removal starts with a proper assessment. Adam identifies the safest felling method or sectional removal approach, considers proximity to structures, overhead lines, and access constraints, and plans the job before a single cut is made. This is what separates a certified arborist from someone with a chainsaw.
We carry full public liability insurance on every job. Timber from removed trees is chipped on-site or available as firewood — just ask when you enquire. Full clean-up is included as standard.
Expert pruning and trimming for health, safety, and aesthetics. Carried out by a qualified arborist who understands tree biology — not just someone with a saw making it look smaller.
There's a significant difference between pruning done by a certified arborist and pruning done by anyone else. Adam's NZQA Level 4 qualification means he understands how trees grow, where to make cuts that promote health rather than cause decay, and how to remove weight and risk without compromising the structural integrity of the tree.
We carry out crown lifting, crown thinning, deadwooding, and structural pruning across Christchurch and Canterbury. These aren't just aesthetic services — removing dead or overhanging branches reduces storm damage risk, improves light, and extends the life of your trees significantly.
We also offer seasonal trimming programs for clients who want ongoing scheduled maintenance. If you've had trees trimmed by an unqualified operator in the past and want a proper assessment of the damage, Adam can advise on remedial pruning too.
Full site clearance for residential and commercial development across Canterbury. This is where Holland's equipment, team size, and 20+ years of experience make the biggest difference — we clear sections properly and efficiently, ready for whatever comes next.
Site clearance is one of our core services and one where the gap between a professional operation and an underpowered one shows immediately. We're equipped with professional-grade machinery — chippers, grinders, and extraction equipment — capable of handling multi-tree clearances on sections of any scale.
Whether you're preparing a residential section for a new build, clearing land for a subdivision, or need a commercial property cleared before development, we handle it from start to finish. That includes assessing any trees that require council consent before removal, removing all vegetation, grinding stumps, and leaving the site clean and development-ready.
Timing on build projects matters. We coordinate with developers and builders to ensure clearance is completed on schedule, so your project timeline isn't delayed by a tree job that should have taken a day but dragged into a week.
Complete stump grinding and removal — leaving your property safe, clean, and ready for whatever comes next. No half-measures, no stumps left proud of the ground, no trip hazards.
A stump left in the ground after a tree removal is more than an eyesore. It's a trip hazard, a potential source of fungal spread to surrounding trees, and something that can sprout new growth for years after the tree is gone. Proper stump grinding eliminates all of that.
We grind stumps below ground level using professional stump grinding equipment, reducing the entire root crown to mulch. The resulting material can be left in the hole as fill, or removed entirely if you're planning landscaping or construction on the site.
Stump grinding is often booked alongside a tree removal, but we also take on standalone stump jobs — whether it's a single stump from a previous removal or a property full of them from a prior clearance. We can assess and quote any stump job across Christchurch and Canterbury.
Professional hedge trimming and shaping across Christchurch and Canterbury. We handle hedges the right way — clean cuts, proper technique, healthy growth — and leave them looking sharp.
Hedges are more than boundary markers. Managed properly, they're long-lived, low-maintenance privacy screens that add real value to a property. Managed badly, they become overgrown, unhealthy, and costly to bring back into shape. The difference is in how they're trimmed.
Our team uses professional hedge trimming equipment and applies the same arborist knowledge to hedges that we bring to every tree job — understanding how different species respond to cutting, where to trim to encourage density, and how to take significant height out of an overgrown hedge without killing it.
We take on hedges of all sizes and species across Canterbury — from large macrocarpa shelter belts and tall boundary hedges to formal box hedges on residential properties. If a hedge has been neglected and needs remedial work to bring it back into shape, we can assess it and advise on the best approach.
Major tree projects are where Holland's Tree Services is most at home. We're equipped, experienced, and organised for large-scale arborist work that smaller operations simply can't handle — on time and done right.
Some tree jobs require more than a chainsaw and a trailer. Large multi-tree removals, major site clearances, significant tree work on commercial or institutional properties — these require professional-grade equipment, a coordinated team, proper planning, and the arborist expertise to manage risk on a larger scale.
Holland's Tree Services is built for exactly this. Our equipment includes commercial chippers, stump grinders, and machinery capable of handling large-volume jobs efficiently. Adam's 20+ years and NZQA Level 4 qualification mean we can assess complex situations, identify risk, and execute large projects safely and to schedule.
We've completed major arborist projects for councils, institutions, civil contractors, and large property owners across Canterbury. If you have a large or complex tree job that other arborists have struggled to quote or staff, get in touch — we'd be glad to take a look.
When a tree comes down unexpectedly — storm damage, a root failure, a tree on a structure — you need a certified arborist who can respond quickly, assess the situation safely, and get it sorted. Holland's Tree Services provides emergency arborist response across Christchurch and Canterbury. Call us directly for the fastest response.
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