Services and history

Tree work is high-risk by nature.
At Apex Tree Felling, safety is not a promise — it is a structured operating system.

We combine professional-grade equipment, trained personnel, and strict safety protocols to protect:

• Homeowners

• Estate agents

• Body corporates

• Schools

• Commercial properties

• Farms and smallholdings

Our work reflects our core values: Respect. Tolerance. Honesty. Reliability. Trustworthiness.

Professional Equipment We Use

Quality equipment reduces risk, increases precision, and protects property.

Commercial Chainsaws

We use professional-grade saws designed for controlled, accurate cutting — not hardware store DIY tools.

Different bar lengths and chain types are selected based on:

• Tree diameter

• Timber density (gum trees vs palms vs indigenous species)

• Sectional dismantling requirements

• Tight urban spaces

Precision selection prevents kickback and uncontrolled falls.

Rigging & Controlled Dismantling Systems

In residential Johannesburg properties, trees often grow:

• Over roofs

• Near boundary walls

• Above driveways

• Close to power lines

We use rope rigging systems to lower sections safely instead of letting them fall freely.

This protects structures and neighbouring properties.

Tree Climbing & Elevated Access Equipment

Where cranes or platforms cannot reach, trained climbers use:

• Certified climbing harnesses

• Mechanical ascenders and descenders

• Safety-rated ropes

• Helmets and fall protection systems

Climbing is done methodically — never recklessly.

Stump Grinding Machinery

Our stump grinding machines:

• Remove stumps below ground level

• Prevent regrowth

• Prepare sites for paving or landscaping

• Reduce trip hazards

Grinding depth is adjusted depending on future land use.

Bush Clearing & Farm Equipment

For farms and larger properties across Gauteng, we deploy:

• Brush cutters

• Heavy-duty clearing equipment

• Controlled vegetation removal systems

Clearing is done strategically to reduce fire risk without harming surrounding ecosystems.

Safety Protocols & Risk Management

Safety is documented, not assumed.

Before every major project, we assess:

• Tree lean and structural stability

• Wind direction

• Proximity to structures

• Escape routes

• Drop zones

• Electrical hazards

Work areas are secured before cutting begins.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

All operators wear:

• Chainsaw-rated protective clothing

• Cut-resistant gloves

• Eye and face protection

• Hearing protection

• Safety helmets

• Steel-toe footwear

No shortcuts. No compromises.

Insurance & Legal Compliance

Tree felling carries legal and financial exposure.

Apex Tree Felling operates with:

• Public liability insurance

• Workmen’s compensation coverage

This protects:

• Your property

• Neighbouring properties

• Estate management

• Workers on site

Uninsured operators expose clients to serious financial risk.

Environmental Responsibility

Tree removal impacts ecosystems.

We operate with awareness of:

• Indigenous species considerations

• Protected trees

• Responsible stump and root treatment

• Controlled use of herbicides for root poisoning

• Soil and surrounding plant protection

Our approach balances safety with environmental care.

Why Professional Standards Matter in Gauteng

In areas like Randburg, Sandton, Roodepoort, Midrand and surrounding regions:

• Properties are densely built

• Boundaries are tight

• Storm activity is common

• Insurance compliance is strict

Professional standards are not optional — they are essential.

The Apex Commitment

We do not gamble with your property.
We do not take unnecessary risks.
We do not operate without structure.

We deliver tree services with:

✔ Planning
✔ Precision
✔ Insurance protection
✔ Environmental awareness
✔ Clean site completion

That is the Apex standard.

If you are:

• A homeowner concerned about a leaning tree

• An estate manager requiring compliance

• A school prioritising safety

• A developer preparing land

• A farmer reducing fire risk

Request a professional site assessment today.

Apex Tree Felling
Johannesburg & Gauteng

Esther Bryce

Founder / Interior designer

Lianne Wilson

Broker

Jaden Smith

Architect

Jessica Kim

Photographer