Price guide · Tree Felling
How Much Does Tree Pruning Cost?
Quotes in Johannesburg, East Rand, Helderberg, Durban and 16 more areas
- Prices checked November 2026
Price guide
What it costs
Tree pruning and trimming
R300 an hour
From Tree Wise Tree Felling's published prices in Gauteng, checked November 2026.
More prices
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Tree pruning and trimming, per tree
R1,500 to R4,500 per tree
From Columbus Tree Felling's published prices in Gauteng, checked November 2026.
What these prices include: Prices are per tree or per hour of work.
What changes the price:
Recent work by these tree fellers
Tell us the job and a tree feller that covers your area calls you with a written quote.
Job photos by GT Tree Felling, November 2026.
What you can ask for
- Tree removalWhole trees cut down and removed.
- Tree trimmingBranches cut back from roofs, walls and cables.
- Emergency tree fellingFallen or dangerous trees made safe.
- Stump removalTree stumps ground out.
Tree fellers near you
8 tree fellers take requests here. Pick your area to see who covers it.
Western Cape
KwaZulu-Natal
Eastern Cape
Mpumalanga
Who gives you the price
Your request goes to one that covers your area, not all eight, so you get one call, not a string of them.
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GT Tree Felling
Covers East London, East Rand and 5 more areas
4.6 / 19 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- Team of 10 to 20
- After-hours call-outs
- Over 5 years in business
Taryn says, “Allen and Craig did a great job.” Local Pros
In their words: GT Tree Felling is a professional company offering affordable, quality tree felling and removal services in Johannesburg, East London, Port Elizabeth, and the West Rand. They also provide swimming pool installations, renovations, painting, and rubble removal.
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Best Tree Felling Service
Covers East Rand, Joburg South / Alberton and 4 more areas
5.0 / 9 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 18 years in business (since 2008)
- Team of 7 to 10
- After-hours call-outs
- Owner managed
Sun says, “Thank you for an awesome job done.” Local Pros
In their words: Best Tree Felling Service offers tree felling, removal, trimming, stump removal, and emergency tree felling services. We serve areas in the West Rand, East Rand, Johannesburg, and Centurion, with our primary location in Randburg, Sandton, and Midrand.
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Blessing Tree Fellers
Covers Johannesburg and West Rand
5.0 / 5 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 12 years in business (since 2014)
- Team of 4 to 6
Errol says, “Team was very knowledgeable and experienced, took care to minimize any possible damage to property while working, service and post clean up was quick…” Local Pros
In their words: Blessing Tree Fellers offers tree felling, removal, trimming, stump removal, emergency tree felling, septic system cleaning, repair and installation, as well as Wendy/wood house construction.
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Nkosinathi Tree Felling
Covers Durban and Durban North
5.0 / 3 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 11 years in business (since 2015)
- Team of 7 to 10
- After-hours call-outs
- Qualified and licensed
John says, “We highly recommend this company as they are so friendly on pricing.” Local Pros
In their words: Nkosinathi Tree Felling offers tree felling, removal, trimming, stump removal, and emergency tree felling services in Durban, Durban North, North Coast, South Coast, and Pietermaritzburg. With nearly a decade of experience, we have helped over 1000 clients with our quality and affordable services.
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Garden and Home
Covers Garden Route – George
4.6 / 3 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 223 requests passed to them since July 2025
- Team of 4 to 6
- Owner managed
- Qualified and licensed
Jenice H. says, “Ek kan Garden and Home Glentana aanbeveel.” Local Pros
In their words: Garden and Home offers landscaping services in the Garden Route area. We specialize in site clearing, grass planting, garden design, irrigation installations, and tree services. Choose us for our quick response times and comprehensive landscaping solutions.
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E.D.Y Tree Felling Company
Covers Centurion and Pretoria
5.0 / 3 Local Pros reviews
On Local Pros since 2024
- 16 years in business (since 2010)
- Team of 7 to 10
- Qualified and licensed
Zinziswa N. says, “I'm very satisfied with the job and the level of professionalism.” Local Pros
In their words: E. D. Y Tree Felling Company offers tree felling, removal, trimming, and stump removal services in Pretoria, Centurion, Johannesburg, and the West Rand. We also provide emergency tree felling, topping, pruning, paving, painting, and swimming pool services.
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Cape Home Improvers
Covers Atlantic Seaboard and CBD, Blouberg and surrounds and 4 more areas
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General Fencing and Construction
Covers Garden Route – George
- 295 requests passed to them since July 2025
What customers say about price and quotes
4.8
Average from 42 reviews of the 6 tree fellers above on Local Pros, checked November 2026.
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Lisa
a year ago
Simba and his team did exactly what I requested and removed every single piece of debris Very competitive prices
Review of Best Tree Felling Service left on Local Pros
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Amanda
a year ago
Allen responded within minutes to me requesting a quote. His team was professional and removed the refuse as requested. Thank you Allen for a great service.
Review of GT Tree Felling left on Local Pros
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John
a year ago
We highly recommend this company as they are so friendly on pricing.
Review of Nkosinathi Tree Felling left on Local Pros
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Hank
a year ago
Efficient and professional. Reasonable pricing. No peripheral damage. Was very large oak.
Review of Blessing Tree Fellers left on Local Pros
More checked prices
How much does tree removal cost?
- Felling or removal of one tree; size, access and condition affect the quote (Gauteng): Tree felling / tree removal R 750 – R 6 500 per tree
- Tree no taller than 5 metres, with trunk diameter no greater than 30 centimetres (Cape Town): Tree Removal — up to 5m (trunk up to 30cm) R2,200
Prices checked 12 November 2026 ›
How Much Does Tree Stump Removal Cost?
- Grinding one stump as an additional service (Cape Town): + Stump Grinding — per stump +R1,500
- Grinding or removal; final price depends on stump diameter (Gauteng): Stump removal is quoted separately, from R1,700,
Prices checked 12 November 2026 ›
Questions about these prices
Where do these prices come from?
From Tree Wise Tree Felling and Columbus Tree Felling: businesses that publish their own prices. We copied the figures as published and checked them on 12 November 2026. They are not quotes; every pro sets their own price.
How are these tree fellers rated?
4.8 out of 5 on average, from 42 reviews of 6 tree fellers.
Do I have to hire the pro who quotes?
No. You decide once you have the written quote.
The full guide
General advice, written April 2024.
How Much Does Tree Pruning Cost?
To ensure your trees stay healthy, safe, and aesthetically pleasing, periodic pruning is necessary. While you might be tempted to do this yourself, hiring a professional arborist is crucial to avoid damaging your trees. But what costs are involved in professional tree pruning?
Keep reading or get your personalised quote today!
Why Hire a Professional Tree Pruner?
You may have a saw and no fear of heights, but pruning trees properly requires more than just cutting off branches. Professional arborists have the expertise necessary to prune without harming the tree. They are also familiar with local regulations which often protect native trees and dictate specifications such as:
- Trees taller than 6 meters
- Trees with a canopy wider than 4 meters
- Trees with trunk circumferences exceeding one meter at one meter above ground
Violating these regulations can lead to hefty fines, making professional services not just recommended but essential. Get in touch with your local tree feller today
Tree Pruning Cost Factors
The cost of pruning a tree depends on several factors:
- Tree Size and Type: Larger and more complex trees require more time and specialized equipment, which can increase costs.
- Minimum Charges: Services often have a minimum fee to cover travel and setup.
- Cleanup and Disposal: Expect to pay extra if you need the service to clean up and remove debris after pruning.
Getting Quotes for Tree Pruning
When requesting quotes for tree pruning, provide detailed information about the tree and its surroundings:
- Type and height of the tree
- Canopy size
- Trunk girth
- Accessibility issues
- Whether debris removal is needed
Accurate details help tree fellers estimate the job more precisely. Before finalizing any service, verify that they are licensed and insured. This ensures you’re hiring professionals who will handle the job safely and legally.
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How it works
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Tell us the job
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A tree feller who covers your area calls you
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Get a written quote and decide
