Palm Tree Removal
Palm trees are a lovely addition to many properties, adding a tropical aesthetic that other trees and shrubbery simply cannot. But while they are a beautiful enhancement, they do not live forever and they can cause problems over time. Sometimes, you need to get rid of them to make room for new trees, sometimes they are too close to dangerous structures like utility lines, and sometimes they die and need to go before ruining the other plant life that surrounds them. In any of these cases, the cost of removing palm trees, like that of removing other types of trees, will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, size, location and accessibility, travel distance of the company, and more.
Unlike the removal of other trees, where doing it yourself can be seen as a money saving technique, there are more inherent risks associated with palm trees, so it is strongly recommended to hire a professional with expertise and experience to handle palm tree removal. A professional service is most often utilized to remove palm trees due to the unique nature of their growth and weight and the danger that frequently accompanies their removal.
Unlike the removal of other trees, where doing it yourself can be seen as a money saving technique, there are more inherent risks associated with palm trees, so it is strongly recommended to hire a professional with expertise and experience to handle palm tree removal. A professional service is most often utilized to remove palm trees due to the unique nature of their growth and weight and the danger that frequently accompanies their removal.
Different than removing other types of trees, palm trees are known for their sturdiness and toughness and have what are known as teeth, meaning that there is a different technique that must be implemented for their removal. Palm trees are roped down, not just cut with a chainsaw. This is because as they get taller, they weigh more and their roots will undergo more stress which increases the risk of the tree falling on property that is dangerous. The professionals that use the rope will be able to ease the palm tree down which avoids the risk of it falling.
On palm trees, whose height is 30 feet and lower, you can expect to pay in the range of $150 to $450 for a professional service to remove the palm tree, but trees higher than 80 feet will be between $1,100 and $1,500. More than these base costs, there could be additional items that may add to the overall price of removal. These can include stump grinding, roping down the tree in sections when it is too close to property, having it hauled away, and other add-ons. Stump grinding can cost you between $75 and $300 in addition to the cost of palm tree removal. If the palm tree is near a building, utility structure, electric wiring or other hazardous area, this is factored into the location and accessibility variation and will likely add a significant amount to your overall bill. Having the trunk of a palm tree removed is one thing, but having it hauled away will cost extra, up to $350.
Overall, this process can be expensive, and the risks and extra tasks can quickly add up, but often there is no other option for a dead or dangerously placed palm tree than for it to be removed.
On palm trees, whose height is 30 feet and lower, you can expect to pay in the range of $150 to $450 for a professional service to remove the palm tree, but trees higher than 80 feet will be between $1,100 and $1,500. More than these base costs, there could be additional items that may add to the overall price of removal. These can include stump grinding, roping down the tree in sections when it is too close to property, having it hauled away, and other add-ons. Stump grinding can cost you between $75 and $300 in addition to the cost of palm tree removal. If the palm tree is near a building, utility structure, electric wiring or other hazardous area, this is factored into the location and accessibility variation and will likely add a significant amount to your overall bill. Having the trunk of a palm tree removed is one thing, but having it hauled away will cost extra, up to $350.
Overall, this process can be expensive, and the risks and extra tasks can quickly add up, but often there is no other option for a dead or dangerously placed palm tree than for it to be removed.