Palm Tree Removal in Perth
Palms look great until they outgrow the spot, drop heavy fronds or start crowding the house. Here's how palm removal works in Perth and what it costs.
What palm removal costs
As a guide, palm removal in Perth runs $150-$1,500. The spread is wide because palms vary enormously: a short, light cocos palm in an open yard is quick, while a tall, water-heavy date palm wedged beside the house is a serious job.
The main price factors are height, trunk weight, access, and disposal - palm material is bulky and heavy, so carting it away is often a big part of the cost.
How tall palms are removed safely
For anything but a small palm, we climb the palm (or use an elevated platform where access allows), remove the crown, then lower the trunk in manageable sections rather than dropping it. Date palms get extra care - the old frond bases and spikes are sharp, and the trunks are dense and heavy.
Once it's down, we chip the fronds, cut the trunk for removal, and rake the area clean.
Palm tidying vs full removal
Not every palm needs to go. If yours is just messy or dropping fronds, a palm tidy (removing dead fronds and seed pods) keeps it safe and neat for less than a full removal. We'll tell you honestly which one your palm needs.
Get a palm removal quote
San's Tree Service removes and tidies palms across Perth with free, obligation-free quotes - call (08) 9560 6103.
Frequently asked questions
How much does palm tree removal cost in Perth?
As a guide, palms run about $150-$1,500 depending on height, access and disposal. A short cocos palm is at the low end; a tall, heavy date palm against the house is at the upper end.
Why are some palms more expensive to remove?
Height and weight are the main factors. Tall palms must be climbed and the crown and trunk lowered in sections, and date palms in particular are extremely heavy and have sharp fronds, which adds time and care.
Do you remove the palm trunk and fronds?
Yes - we cut the palm down in sections, then chip or cart away the fronds and trunk and tidy the area. Disposal can be a big part of a palm job because the material is bulky.