Tree Topping Christchurch & Canterbury
MKM Trees provides professional tree topping services across Canterbury's lifestyle blocks, farms and rural properties. When your macrocarpa or pine shelter belts have grown to 18-20 metre hazards, you need equipment suburban contractors don't have. Our shear/saw handles trees up to 900mm wide with precision cutting at 9 metres, while our 17-metre boom saw tackles the tallest shelter belts across properties from 2 to 500 hectares. Serving Christchurch, Rolleston, Selwyn, Lincoln, Darfield, Ashburton and Banks Peninsula. Gold SiteWise certified with same-day response.
The Problem with Tree Topping
Overgrown trees create serious risks for Canterbury lifestyle blocks and farms. Shelter belts planted 15-20 years ago now tower at dangerous heights, blocking sunlight, crowding buildings, and threatening power lines. Canterbury's nor'westers turn tall macrocarpa and pine trees into projectiles - branches snap during storms, and protective shelter becomes a liability threatening your home and fences. Most lifestyle block owners face finding contractors who can handle large rural properties. Christchurch companies charge premium travel fees to reach Rolleston or Ashburton, while suburban trimmers lack equipment for 15-20 metre shelter belts. Properties over 5 hectares get excessive quotes or turned away. Meanwhile, overgrown trees continue dropping branches and increasing fire risk - critical with Selwyn District tightening fire hazard regulations.
How MKM Trees Gets It Right
Our heavy equipment handles jobs suburban contractors can't touch. The shear/saw cuts trees up to 900mm wide and crowns at 9 metres, perfect for macrocarpa and pine shelter belts. For taller trees exceeding 15 metres, our 17-metre boom saw provides the reach needed on properties from 2 to 500 hectares. Operating from West Melton, we serve rural Canterbury daily - Rolleston, Selwyn, Lincoln, Darfield, Ashburton, Banks Peninsula, and Christchurch suburbs. We understand Canterbury's free-draining soils accelerate tree growth, we've topped thousands of metres of shelter belts, and we work around farming schedules. Gold SiteWise certified and fully insured. Serving lifestyle blocks, farms and properties throughout Canterbury - from Christchurch to Ashburton, Banks Peninsula to the high country, with same-day response across the region.
Why Choose MKM Trees
17-Metre Boom Saw
Professional elevated equipment that reaches tall trees safely without compromising on precision.
Safe, Controlled Methods
Proper assessment and cutting techniques that balance safety with tree health and stability.
Canterbury Conditions Expert
Understanding of local wind patterns, tree species, and seasonal challenges unique to our region.
Rural & Lifestyle Specialists
Experience across lifestyle blocks, rural stations, and suburban properties throughout Canterbury.
Council Compliant Work
All topping work meets local regulations and safety standards for long-term peace of mind.
Efficient, Tidy Service
Quick turnaround with complete cleanup, leaving your property neat and ready to enjoy.
What's Included in Our Service
Professional tree assessment before any cutting
Height reduction that maintains tree stability
Powerline clearance and safety compliance
Shelterbelt management and maintenance
View enhancement without tree damage
Wind-resistant pruning techniques
Complete site cleanup and waste disposal
Free quotes with detailed work explanation
Fully insured with SiteWise Gold certification
Emergency tree topping services available
What Our Clients Say
“MKM Trees cleared 20 hectares on our lifestyle block perfectly. Professional crew, amazing equipment, and they left everything tidy. Couldn't be happier with the result!”
“Had a massive tree come down in the storm blocking our driveway. MKM Trees had it cleared within hours of calling. Brilliant service, fair pricing, and genuinely helpful team.”
“Needed some delicate tree work near power lines. The MKM Trees team handled it expertly with all the right safety gear. Quality work and excellent communication throughout.”
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