Active Tree Fellas
Ivan's crew has rescued cats, cleared acreage, and talked homeowners out of unnecessary removals — all in a day's work.
That combination of competitive pricing and thorough site cleanup is what most customers lead with when recommending the business. Worth flagging: three reviewers describe the same friction point — an initial visit or call that generated no follow-up quote and no explanation. It's a minority of reviews, but it's consistent enough to be worth asking about upfront: when you enquire, confirm how and when you'll receive the written quote, and who to call if you haven't heard back within a week.
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How they stack up
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About Active Tree Fellas
Ivan leads the field crew at Active Tree Fellas and is the name most reviewers attach to the heavy technical work — large-scale removals, arborist assessments, and storm clean-up on acreage blocks. Gary is mentioned alongside Ivan on more complex multi-tree jobs, while Josh and Craig draw praise specifically for bamboo clearing and ground-level work where thoroughness matters. Fran handles phone enquiries and scheduling, and multiple customers single her out by name for clear, courteous communication — which is notable in a trade where office responsiveness is often a weak point. The business covers an unusually wide scope for a regional operator: tree felling and trimming, stump removal, qualified arborist assessments (Ivan assessed a Norfolk Pine and gave it a reprieve rather than recommending removal), post-storm clean-up on large rural blocks, palm cleaning, mulch delivery, and firewood supply. Competitive pricing comes up repeatedly across independent reviews, with several customers noting Active Tree Fellas came in lower than other quoted local operators without cutting corners on cleanup. They're particularly well-suited to acreage and renovation projects where multiple species and large volumes need to be managed in a single visit.
Best for: large tree and palm removals on residential or acreage blocks, post-storm clean-up across multi-tree properties, and homeowners who want a qualified arborist assessment before committing to removal.
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What areas does Active Tree Fellas service?+
The business is based in River Heads, QLD, and reviews reference jobs across the Fraser Coast region. Reviews mention acreage blocks and suburban residential properties, suggesting they cover a reasonable geographic range around Hervey Bay and surrounds. If you're outside the immediate area, it's worth confirming travel availability when you call — Fran in the office handles enquiries and can advise.
Does Active Tree Fellas offer arborist assessments, or just tree removal?+
They do both. Ivan is described in at least one review as a qualified arborist who conducted a thorough inspection of a Norfolk Pine, identified the cause of sap leakage, recommended a treatment plan, and avoided recommending unnecessary removal. If you're unsure whether a tree needs to come down or just needs attention, an assessment rather than an automatic removal quote is worth requesting.
What do customers say about their pricing?+
Competitive pricing is one of the most recurring themes across the 26 reviews we reviewed. Several customers specifically mention getting multiple quotes and choosing Active Tree Fellas because they came in lower than other local operators — including one couple who compared three well-reviewed services before selecting them for a large palm and poinciana removal. No reviews flag concerns about unexpected costs or overcharging.
How do I get a quote, and how long does it take to hear back?+
Fran handles phone enquiries and is praised by multiple reviewers for being prompt and easy to deal with. However, three reviewers describe a gap between initial contact or a site visit and receiving an actual quote — in some cases with no follow-up at all. When you call, it's worth asking directly when to expect the written quote and getting a specific timeframe, so you're not left waiting without knowing where things stand.
Do they clean up after the job?+
Cleanup is mentioned positively in a large share of the reviews we analysed. Customers describe teams leaving properties spotless after major removals, storm clean-ups, and bamboo clearing jobs. One reviewer noted the crew even processed offcuts into firewood on-site. The business also supplies mulch and firewood separately if you want materials rather than disposal.