24/7 emergency call-outs · storm damage & fallen treesMon–Fri 9am–6pm · Christchurch & Canterbury
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A cut above the rest · Christchurch arborist

Tree Specialist in Christchurch — expert tree care, done safely.

Qualified arborist with 8+ years' experience in tree removal, pruning, shaping and hedge work across Christchurch, Selwyn & Waimakariri.

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Available 24/7

Tree down after a storm?

Fallen trees, split trunks and hanging branches — we respond day or night across Christchurch and Canterbury to make it safe.

Recent work

Careful work you can see

Removals, reductions and formal shaping on real Christchurch properties.

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Nick Brydon, arborist at Topline Tree Specialist, working in a tree
About Topline

Hi, I'm Nick.

I've spent 8+ years climbing and caring for trees around Canterbury. I'm a qualified arborist, fully insured, and I treat every property like my own — nothing damaged, no mess left behind.

Whether it's a big removal, a tidy-up before summer or an emergency after a storm, you deal with me directly from quote to clean-up.

  • Free, no-obligation quotes
  • Residential & commercial
  • Full clean-up included
  • Council consent help
More about Nick
Tipper ute unloading wood chip and green waste
For sale

Wood chip mulch & firewood, delivered

The chip and timber from our tree work doesn’t go to waste. Order a load of wood chip mulch for the garden or firewood rounds for the fire, and we’ll tip it at your place anywhere in Christchurch and Canterbury.

  • Wood chip mulch by the load
  • Firewood rounds
  • Local wood from our own jobs
  • Delivered to your section

What our customers say

Real reviews from Christchurch customers on Facebook.

★★★★★
“We can't recommend Nick highly enough. He properly thinned out and trimmed a magnificent Elm tree that had been butchered before we owned the property — she now looks much better. He also removed some pittos, a cabbage tree and trees that were dying on the other side of the property. Our front deck and entrance are now filled with light. Nick was efficient from the quote through to comms about arrival time, didn't disturb any plants underneath, we got firewood as a bonus, and the clean-up was first rate. You won't regret it.”
— Lou Burley · Facebook
★★★★★
“Great work (×3 now) from Nick. Dependable, reliable and lets us know in good time if change of plan due to weather or whatever. Tidy as, fast worker, and very reasonably priced. No hesitation recommending to seniors, good man.”
— June Peka · Facebook
★★★★★
“Nick always does a fantastic job. He's quick, efficient and well priced. Would highly recommend him to anyone needing a tree specialist.”
— Morgan James Wilson Perry · Facebook
★★★★★
“Really top-notch service. Nick was knowledgeable, on time with his quote and his work, and he did a great job. Thanks!”
— Kate Hill · Facebook
★★★★★
“Nick removed a huge pittosporum from our back courtyard. Made a fantastic job, no rubbish left. The person he contracted to do the stump grinding was excellent as well. Highly recommend.”
— Rosalie Maxwell · Facebook
★★★★★
“It's not often I write praising a tradesperson! Nick offered to come and pick up my cabbage tree branches, and went beyond expectations by taking much of my other vegetation as well. A very kindly, capable young man — I think I will be calling him back in the near future.”
— Brian Musson · Chch & NZ Garden Group
Service areas

Areas we cover

Based in Christchurch and working throughout Canterbury.

Christchurch City

  • Addington
  • Aidanfield
  • Aranui
  • Avondale
  • Avonhead
  • Avonside
  • Barrington
  • Beckenham
  • Belfast
  • Bexley
  • Bishopdale
  • Bromley
  • Brooklands
  • Broomfield
  • Bryndwr
  • Burnside
  • Burwood
  • Casebrook
  • Cashmere
  • Central City
  • Clifton
  • Cracroft
  • Dallington
  • Edgeware
  • Fendalton
  • Ferrymead
  • Halswell
  • Harewood
  • Heathcote Valley
  • Hei Hei
  • Hillmorton
  • Hillsborough
  • Hoon Hay
  • Hornby
  • Huntsbury
  • Ilam
  • Islington
  • Kennedys Bush
  • Linwood
  • Mairehau
  • Marshland
  • Merivale
  • Middleton
  • Moncks Bay
  • Mt Pleasant
  • New Brighton
  • North New Brighton
  • Northcote
  • Northwood
  • Oaklands
  • Opawa
  • Papanui
  • Parklands
  • Phillipstown
  • Prestons
  • Queenspark
  • Redcliffs
  • Redwood
  • Riccarton
  • Richmond
  • Russley
  • Scarborough
  • Shirley
  • Sockburn
  • Somerfield
  • South New Brighton
  • Southshore
  • Spencerville
  • Spreydon
  • St Albans
  • St Martins
  • Strowan
  • Styx
  • Sumner
  • Sydenham
  • Templeton
  • Upper Riccarton
  • Waimairi Beach
  • Wainoni
  • Waltham
  • Westmorland
  • Wigram
  • Woolston
  • Yaldhurst

Selwyn

  • Rolleston
  • Lincoln
  • Prebbleton
  • West Melton
  • Tai Tapu
  • Leeston
  • Darfield

Waimakariri

  • Rangiora
  • Kaiapoi
  • Woodend
  • Pegasus
  • Ohoka
  • Oxford

Banks Peninsula

  • Lyttelton
  • Governors Bay
  • Diamond Harbour
  • Akaroa

Frequently asked questions

What areas do you cover?

All of Christchurch plus Selwyn (Rolleston, Lincoln, Prebbleton and more), Waimakariri (Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Woodend) and Banks Peninsula.

Are you qualified and insured?

Yes. Nick is a qualified arborist with over 8 years of experience, and Topline carries public liability insurance.

How do I get a quote?

Fill in the quote form with a few photos of the tree, or call 028 411 7135. Quotes are free and there is no obligation.

Do you work for businesses and councils?

Yes — we work for homeowners, businesses, schools, property managers and body corporates.

Do you sell firewood and wood chip?

Yes. We sell firewood and wood chip mulch from our tree work, delivered by the load across Christchurch and Canterbury. Call or text 028 411 7135 for what is available and a price.

Do you offer emergency call-outs?

Yes, 24/7 for fallen and dangerous trees. Call 028 411 7135.

Need a tree sorted?

Send a few photos and details — we’ll come back with a free, no-obligation quote.

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