It's the first question every Broward homeowner asks, and the honest answer is: it depends on the tree. Two trees in the same neighborhood can be priced very differently. Here's exactly what drives the cost, so you know what you're paying for and how to get an accurate number fast.
The 6 Things That Set the Price
1. Height and size of the tree
This is the biggest factor. A 15-foot black olive in a front yard is a much smaller job than a 50-foot live oak. Taller trees take more climbing, more rigging and more time.
2. How much needs to come off
A light cleanup of dead branches costs less than a full crown thinning or a major reduction on a tree that hasn't been touched in years.
3. What's underneath it
A tree over open lawn is easy. A tree hanging over your roof, pool cage, fence or a neighbor's car means every branch has to be cut in small pieces and lowered by rope. That takes longer, so it costs more.
4. Access
Most Broward backyards are small and fenced. If a crew can't get equipment in and has to climb and hand-carry everything through a side gate, expect the price to reflect it.
5. Condition of the tree
Dead, cracked or storm-damaged trees can be riskier to climb and may need extra rigging.
6. Cleanup and haul-away
Make sure every quote you get includes removing the branches and debris. Some companies quote low and leave the pile.
Palms Are Priced Differently
Palm trimming is usually priced per palm, based on height and type. Short palms like Christmas palms and Adonidias are quick. Tall royals and coconut palms take more time, especially when coconuts need to come down. See palm trimming.
Watch Out for These Red Flags
- A price that's way below everyone else. It often means no insurance, no cleanup, or a tree that gets "topped," which damages it and is considered tree abuse under Broward County code.
- No written quote. Get the price and what's included before work starts.
- Pressure to remove a healthy tree. A good trim often solves the problem for less.
The Fastest Way to Get Your Real Price
Skip the waiting game. Text 3–4 photos of your tree to (954) 730-1776 with your city: the whole tree, the base of the trunk, and anything near it like your roof or pool. You'll get a price range back, and the final price is confirmed before any work starts. Estimates are always free.
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