Palm Tree Removal Cost & Pricing Guide 2025
Palm trees are iconic and picturesque, often a favourite for many gardens. However, a dying or diseased palm tree can quickly become a hazard if not removed. As non-native plants, palm trees can dominate your garden, and their roots can damage foundations or concrete.
If you’re considering palm tree removal, several factors influence the cost.
Additionally, our website features a Palm Tree Removal Cost Calculator and Rapid Quote Buttons to make the process even easier. Simply take a few photos of your tree, upload them through the page, and we’ll provide a quick phone quote.
Factors in Palm Tree Removal
Palm trees differ significantly from other trees, so the price of removal varies. Their dense trunks, deep roots, and spiky bark add complexity to the process.
Here’s what determines the cost:
Size
The size of your palm tree plays a big role in determining its removal cost. Large palms require more time, effort, and equipment to safely remove. Climbers often need to remove branches and trunk sections piece by piece. Smaller palms are quicker and cheaper to remove.
Species of Palm Tree
The species of your palm tree can also impact the price.
For example:
- King Palm: Taller palms take longer to remove due to their height.
- Phoenix Palm: Known for their spiky bark and fronds, these trees are harder to remove, making them more expensive.
Location
Is your palm tree easily accessible? If your tree is wedged between buildings, near utility poles, or surrounded by tricky terrain, the removal cost will increase. Vehicle access is crucial for transporting green waste, so secluded areas can add time and complexity to the job.
External Factors
Weather conditions and the time of year also affect the price. While we’ll remove your palm tree in most conditions, extreme weather like heatwaves or heavy rain can make the process more challenging and costly.
Stump Removal
Many people skip stump removal, but this can lead to costly issues later. Old stumps drain gardens of water and nutrients, take up space, and their roots can damage foundations, pavements, and other tree roots. Depending on the complexity of the root system, stump removal costs can vary.
Clean-Up
Palm tree bark and waste can’t be processed through standard woodchippers due to its spiky nature. This means all green waste from palm removal needs to be transported and disposed of off-site, increasing the overall cost.
DIY vs. Professional Removal
Removing a palm tree yourself may seem tempting, but without the necessary skills, equipment, and experience, it’s a risky and often dangerous task. Large, dense, and spiky, palms can cause serious accidents. Mistakes could lead to additional costs if you need experts to finish the job. For safe and efficient removal, it’s best to leave the job to professionals.
Receive a Quote for Palm Tree Removal
At Tree Care Services, our highly trained arborists specialise in safe and efficient palm tree removal.
Getting started is simple:
- Use the Palm Tree Removal Cost Calculator on our website for an estimate.
- Click the Rapid Quote Buttons to send us pictures of your palm tree.
- We’ll call you with a quick phone quote based on your photos.
Alternatively, contact our friendly team to discuss your palm tree removal requirements or schedule a site visit for a detailed quote.
