How much does an arborist cost?

Tree removal in Australia typically costs $500–$3,000 per tree, with pruning from around $300 and large or difficult removals running $5,000 or more.

Typical price band

$1,200typical

$300 low$8,000 high

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Real-world examples

Pruning or small tree removal$250 – $900

Medium tree removal$800 – $2,800

Large or difficult removal$3,000 – $10,000

— Tree size. Height and trunk diameter drive crew size, equipment and hours more than anything else.

— Access & position. Trees over houses, pools, fences or in tight rear yards must be lowered in pieces rather than felled.

— Powerlines & hazards. Work near powerlines needs specially authorised crews and adds significant cost.

— Stump grinding. Grinding the stump out is usually quoted separately, often $150–$500 per stump.

— Waste removal. Chipping and carting away branches and trunk timber adds labour and tip fees — keeping the mulch can save money.

— Check your arborist holds an AQF qualification and current public liability insurance before work starts.

— Many councils protect trees over a certain size — check whether a permit is needed before removal, as fines are steep.

— Only crews authorised for work near powerlines can legally prune or remove trees close to them — ask directly.

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Indicative range only, not a quote. Get quotes from local tradies for an exact price. Last updated 13 July 2026.

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