How much does tree felling cost?

  • R1000 – R3100
    Small tree felling (up to 5m)
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Tree felling prices depend on several factors. We have examined prices of different services and what influences them and pointed out what you need to pay attention to in order to get the best value for your money.


Small tree felling (up to 5m)

  • R1000 – R3100

Small tree felling is a service tailored for trees up to 5 meters in height. This service is generally more affordable due to the reduced labor and equipment required. It includes the complete removal of the tree, including cutting it down and sectioning it into manageable pieces for disposal or recycling. The price is primarily determined by the tree's accessibility, the proximity to structures or power lines, and the amount of cleanup required afterward. This service is ideal for residential properties looking to remove potentially hazardous or unwanted small trees. On average, expect to be charged between R1000 and R3100 for small tree felling.

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Medium tree felling (5-10m)

  • R3100 – R8100

Medium tree felling services cater to trees that stand between 5 and 10 meters tall. The cost for these services depends on the complexity and the amount of time and resources needed. This service typically encompasses the safe dismantling of the tree, often using climbing techniques or machinery to prevent damage to nearby property and to ensure a controlled and safe removal. Factors affecting the price include the tree's location, the need for traffic control or specialized equipment, and disposal requirements. Medium tree felling costs range between R3100 and R8100 with an average of R5000.

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Large tree felling (more than 10m)

  • R8100 – R19,000

Large tree felling services are designed for trees taller than 10 meters. Due to the significant risks and technical expertise required, the cost can be quite high. This service often involves detailed planning, the use of cranes or high-reach equipment, and a team of professionals to ensure the tree is felled safely and efficiently. The price depends on the tree's size, location, accessibility, and the complexity of the job, including any necessary permits or road closures. The cost of large tree felling typically runs from R8100 to R19,000, averaging at R11,000.

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Stump removal

  • R800 – R4400

This service usually involves grinding the stump down below ground level or physically removing it, which can be labor-intensive. The process not only prevents the stump from sprouting new growth but also eliminates a potential tripping hazard and clears the space for new planting or landscaping projects. Prices for stump removal vary widely, depending on the stump's size, the complexity of its root system, and the difficulty of access. For stump removal, expect to pay between R800 and R4400.

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Recent jobs for tree felling

New landscaping project

  • City or suburb: Eerster River
  • What should the design incorporate?: Plants and lawn, Paving/pathways
  • Service scope: Design and installation
  • Approximate size of the landscaping area: 0–50 sqm

Have a small garden,most plants are succulents after drought.

Garden maintenance

  • City or suburb: Century City, Milnerton
  • Which types of plants will need maintenance?: Trees, bushes, hedges, Flowers
  • Approximate size of the gardening area: 0–50 sqm
  • Frequency of maintenance services: Monthly

New landscaping project

  • City or suburb: Hartbeespoort
  • What should the design incorporate?: Irrigation
  • Service scope: Installation only
  • Approximate size of the landscaping area: 0–50 sqm

One of my units not working. Our selinodes is under ground don't know where - got the house as it is.

Garden maintenance

  • City or suburb: Dainfern, Four Ways
  • Which types of plants will need maintenance?: Lawn, Flowers
  • Approximate size of the gardening area: Larger than 200 sqm
  • Frequency of maintenance services: Just once

Hi can you please assist us with cutting of the grass and flower pruning, the approximate size of the landscaping area is square meters, the job must be done on Saturday the 7th of October. Kindley give me a call on the number provided above

Garden maintenance

  • City or suburb: Overstrand
  • Which types of plants will need maintenance?: Trees, bushes, hedges
  • Approximate size of the gardening area: 0–50 sqm
  • Frequency of maintenance services: Just once

I have a Fynbos garden which has become a little overgrown. I wish to have the bushes trimmed.

Garden maintenance

  • City or suburb: Naudeville, Welkom
  • Which types of plants will need maintenance?: Lawn, Trees, bushes, hedges, Flowers
  • Approximate size of the gardening area: 50–200 sqm
  • Frequency of maintenance services: Just once

cutting of grass and trim, cutting 1 tree, and preparing and fixing flowers

New landscaping project

  • City or suburb: Zeekoevlei, Cape Town
  • What should the design incorporate?: Plants and lawn, Paving/pathways
  • Service scope: Design and installation
  • Approximate size of the landscaping area: Larger than 200 sqm

Currently there are a few banana palms etc which I would like to stay, but the rest requires clearing - some horrible roots (palm tree) and an oliander tree to be removed. The ground needs to be leveled in places. Then I would like the entire garden composted because our soil is very sandy. And then planted up with beds, no lawn, but rather ground cover. Is it possible to give me a quote for the design and labor alone? I can get a good price for the compost and plants as I have always bought them from Boschoff Nursery.

Garden maintenance

  • City or suburb: Limpopo
  • Which types of plants will need maintenance?: Other
  • Approximate size of the gardening area: 0–50 sqm
  • Frequency of maintenance services: Weekly

New landscaping project

  • City or suburb: Brakpan
  • What should the design incorporate?: Plants and lawn
  • Service scope: Installation only
  • Approximate size of the landscaping area: 50–200 sqm

New landscaping project

  • City or suburb: Meyerton
  • Service scope: Design and installation
  • Approximate size of the landscaping area: 50–200 sqm

Full garden