How much to remove a tree?

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Quotes for tree removal take into account the tree height, trunk diameter, number of branches and location.

Some services are included in one quote and not in another, with the price to remove a tree ranging from $350 up to $10,000 per tree. Additional services could include dealing with noxious weeds or trees, stump grinding, log splitting and pruning to aid access.

Is it expensive to remove a tree?

Several factors decide the cost of tree removal in tree services and these include the tree height, trunk diameter, the number of branches and access to/location of the tree. The first place to start may be with an arborist report.

The cost to remove small trees is between $250 to $950, medium ones between $650 to $1,500, large ones between $1,000 and $3,500, or extra-large ones at around $2,500–$10,000.

What is the average cost to remove a large tree?

Complete removal of trees, especially large ones (between 9m and 20m), requires costly equipment and special techniques to ensure the safety of workers and property. In most cases, homeowners will want the stumps removed because they can attract wood-eating insects and can also detract from the look of the house. A rough estimate for the average cost of removing large trees (removal only fee) is $1,500.00 and up.

Does anyone remove trees for free?

It is very hard to find someone to remove your tree for free - but you can get a free quote.

Try posting ads in online bulletin boards or the local shops offering free wood (ins an exchange for their efforts).

If it is a problem tree (an unwanted tree within close proximity with power lines) — the power company can have it removed at no charge.

Problematic trees are often dealt with through local council. Make sure you can legally cut it down first.

Can I cut down a tree on my property?

The land may be yours but the trees are enjoyed by the community. To remove trees on your property when they get to a specific height you must seek council permission first. Failing to seek permission according to law may warrant fines that vary in relation to the tree involved. The fines can range from $2,000 to $10,000. To remove a tree, you need to have a very convincing reason, if not, the request may be rejected. There are situations where you may not need the council's approval for removing your tree. These situations include if tree died of natural causes, when it is hazardous (to be determined by an arborist), if it is a tree blown over in a storm, in a fire zone or when it is meant to make way for fencing.