Western Tree Surgeon

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Root Management

Western Tree Surgeon

Root Barrier Installation in Perth for Tree Root Control

Over 60 Years’ Experience

Protect Structures Without Sacrificing the Tree

Worried about roots pushing up paving? Cracks near the base of a wall? Trees too close to your foundation?

At Western Tree Surgeon, we offer expert root barrier installation in Perth, helping property owners manage underground growth while keeping trees healthy. Whether it’s a new build, a maturing landscape, or damage already starting to show, we assess the risks and apply the right root control method for your site.

Our experienced team delivers safe, proven root management services backed by professional arborist advice. No guesswork, no shortcuts.

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We are The Tree Root Experts in Perth

Tree Root Management & Invasive Root Pruning

Tree roots don’t stay put. They spread in search of water, often heading toward moisture sources like pipes, paving cracks and foundations.

Without intervention, that growth can cause thousands of dollars in structural or plumbing damage. Even if the tree above looks healthy.

We offer targeted tree root control to help prevent those outcomes while keeping the tree stable, safe and well-supported. Whether it’s cutting back invasive roots or installing a physical barrier to redirect future growth, we tailor our approach to your site and species.

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Keep the Tree, Solve the Problem

Our Root Management Services

We offer practical, science-backed solutions to manage root spread and protect surrounding structures.

Invasive Root Pruning

Using air-spades or trenching tools, we expose the root zone, identify offending roots, and remove them in a way that reduces risk to tree health. Ideal for driveways, retaining walls, pool surrounds and paved courtyards.

Root Barrier Installation

We install high-strength polyethylene or rigid panel root barriers below-ground to block lateral root growth. This helps protect building foundations, pipes and slabs without harming the tree.

Pre-Construction Root Protection

Planning a new build or hardscaping project near trees? We can install root barriers and assess critical root zones before excavation begins to prevent damage from the outset.

Storm Damage and Root Shift Evaluation

If recent weather events have shifted soil or exposed roots, we assess the tree’s stability and adjust management strategies accordingly.

Ongoing Monitoring and Advice

We offer follow-up checks and future pruning advice to help manage tree health and ensure roots don’t resurface as a problem later on.

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Root Management Is Just One of the Things We Do

Comprehensive Range of Services Offered

Western Tree Surgeon are a full-service arboriculture team, offering:

Pruning

Mulching

Pest and Disease Control

Hedging

Root Management

Installing Wildlife Habitats

Tree Removals

Nutrition and Fertilisation

Tree Support Systems

High-Profile Businesses and Organisations

Our Regular Clients for Arborist Services in Perth

Over the many years our arborists have been servicing Perth locals, we’ve established a large client base of high-profile businesses and organisations. With a reputation for our excellent arborists, we’ve earned a prestigious client base. Some of our clients include:

  • Councils, such as the Shire of Peppermint Grove, Town of Cottesloe and Mindarie Regional Council.
  • Schools, such as Presbyterian Ladies’ College and Perth College.
  • Property management groups, such as Tsokos Property, Edison McGrath Property Group, Chambers Franklyn, & many more!
  • Businesses, such as Perth’s Outback Splash and Wanneroo Botanic Gardens.
Customer Testimonials

Perth’s Reliable Root Control Team

Why Choose Western Tree Surgeon for Tree Root Control

Because underground problems need above-ground experience. Our team brings years of practical arboriculture knowledge to every root assessment. And we work cleanly, safely and legally around services and structures.

60+ Years Combined Experience

We’ve managed roots on everything from backyard jacarandas to public fig trees. We know how Perth’s soils behave, and how to stop root spread before it becomes structural.

Licensed & Fully Insured

We’re trained in invasive root pruning and root barrier installation, and we carry full insurance for excavation and underground work.

Careful, Considered Approach

We never overcut. Our pruning methods prioritise tree health while addressing immediate risks.

Hardscape Protection Without Removing the Tree

In most cases, our methods allow the tree to stay. We simply prevent it from causing future damage.

Tailored Recommendations, No Pressure

If your tree doesn’t pose a real risk, we’ll tell you. We only recommend root management services when they’re needed.

If you’re dealing with root problems, now’s the time to act. Our team offers expert root barrier installation in Perth to protect your property without harming the tree.

Give us a call to grab a free, no-obligation quote and let Western Tree Surgeon deliver safe, effective tree root control. Done right the first time.

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For any questions about our tree removal services, or any of other services, including Stump Grinding and Tree Lopping, please feel free to get in touch with our arborists. We offer our arbor services to many suburbs including Peppermint Grove, Cottesloe, Scarborough and Wanneroo.

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I would like to thank you and your staff for the excellent service you provided Jenny and me today at our home in Wembley Downs. We were delighted with the friendliness shown by you and the boys and the technical skills they displayed in cutting, mulching and removal of trees at our home.

Russel Hudson

Customer

★★★★★

We at Tsokos Property have been using Western Tree Surgeon for approximately 18 months or more. In this time we have been tremendously impressed. Kieron and his boys are always prompt with attending to work orders. We have found them to be efficient with their workmanship and always clean up after themselves.

Liz Bromley

Property Manager

★★★★★

Western Tree Surgeon have provided exceptional service with respect to delivery of quotes in timely fashion, options for additional work whilst on site, undertaking work in a manner which assists coordinating with our clients/tenants and leaving the job clean and orderly.

Lee Hitchcock

Senior Asset Manager
Abel McGrath Property Group

★★★★★

AAA + 5 Star Rating” by a very Happy Customer. I have been using the services of the above for some years now. Mr Kieron Fiford the owner operates is very professional helpful and has a friendly all round great attitude. The whole team are very professional efficient, trustworthy and have great attitudes.

Pamela Fish

Customer

★★★★★

The Shire of Peppermint Grove has been using Western Tree Surgeon’s service for approximately the last 9 months. We are extremely happy with their professionalism, the service provided, punctuality and of cause the price that they offer.

Anthony La Spada

Manager Infrastructure Services
Shire of Peppermint Grove

★★★★★

“Western Tree Surgeon” provide an excellent service and consistently deliver top quality work for a fair price, and have always been very pleased with their services. it is not only punctuality (quoting and when working) and reliability, but good advice for managing trees in the longer term. The team is respectful of properties on which they are working and extremely pleasant.

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