Tree Felling Prices in Gauteng
Honest 2026 price ranges by tree size, plus a free, no-obligation quote across Gauteng.
Tree felling prices in Gauteng run from about R850 for a small, easy tree to R25,000 or more for a large or dangerous one, and most home jobs land between R2,500 and R12,000. If you need a tree removed and you want a real number before anyone shows up, this page gives you honest 2026 ranges and a fast, free quote.
Our tree felling teams work right across Gauteng, so whether your tree is in Centurion, Sandton, or Pretoria East, we can price it and take it down without damaging your wall or roof. Tree Felling Guys has done this for 10 years, we are fully insured, and we quote from clear photos or a site visit, not a number pulled from the air.
How Much Does Tree Felling Cost in Gauteng?
Tree felling in Gauteng typically costs between R850 and R25,000 or more per tree, depending on the size of the tree and how hard the job is. Most standard residential removals fall between R2,500 and R12,000.
Small, accessible trees sit at the bottom of that range. Large trees, dangerous trees, trees close to buildings or power lines, and trees that need the stump removed all cost more. The single biggest factor is size, so the clearest way to budget is by the height of your tree.
Tree Felling Prices by Tree Size
Tree size is the biggest price driver. These are typical 2026 Gauteng ranges to budget with before you get a firm quote.
| Tree size | Typical height | Typical Gauteng price | Common examples |
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| Small tree | Up to 5m | R850 to R2,500 | Young trees, ornamentals, tall shrubs |
| Medium tree | 5m to 10m | R2,500 to R6,500 | Standard garden trees, small palms |
| Large tree | 10m to 20m | R6,500 to R15,000 | Mature trees, trees near walls, sectional work |
| Extra-large tree | 20m and above | R15,000 to R25,000+ | Tall gums and pines, complex rigging or crane |
A small tree in open ground can be done in a few hours. A large tree next to a structure can take a full day, because it has to be roped down in sections instead of dropped.
Tree Felling Prices by Type of Job
Felling is not the only job with a price. Here is what the related work typically costs in Gauteng.
| Type of job | Typical price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tree felling, accessible | R850 to R8,500 | Manageable risk, room to work |
| Sectional or rigged removal | R4,500 to R18,000+ | Near roofs, walls, pools, or tight spaces |
| Large or dangerous tree removal | R8,500 to R25,000+ | Higher risk, more crew and equipment |
| Palm tree removal | R1,000 to R6,000 | By height, access, and trunk condition |
| Tree pruning or crown reduction | R650 to R3,500 | For healthy trees needing shaping or weight off |
| Stump grinding | R500 to R4,500+ | By stump diameter and machine access |
| Full stump removal | R800 to R5,000+ | More invasive than grinding |
| Green waste and debris removal | R300 to R1,500+ | By volume, or R150 to R250 per hour |
| Emergency or after-hours work | No extra charge | Storm damage, fallen or unstable trees |
Always check whether a quote is felling only, or whether it includes the stump, debris haulage, and clean-up. Those are the line items cheap quotes quietly leave out. We handle the related work on our stump grinding and removal, palm tree removal, and emergency and dangerous tree removal pages.
Stump Removal and Stump Grinding Costs
Many cheaper felling quotes leave the stump behind. If you plan to pave, build, replant, or lay new lawn, price it in from the start.
| Stump service | Typical Gauteng price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Small stump grinding | R500 to R1,500 | Small garden stumps, easy access |
| Large stump grinding | R1,500 to R4,500+ | Wider stumps, hardwoods, difficult access |
| Full stump removal | R800 to R5,000+ | Rebuilding, paving, replanting |
| Multiple stumps | Cheaper per stump together | Several done in one visit |
Grinding chews the stump below ground level and is usually faster and cheaper than digging the root system out. Full detail is on our stump grinding and removal page.
What Affects Your Tree Felling Price?
Two trees of the same height can cost very different amounts. These are the things that move your number.
Size and trunk thickness drive the labour. Access matters, so narrow driveways, security gates, and tight side passages add cost. What is nearby matters most of all, because a tree over a roof, wall, or pool has to be roped down in sections. Power lines add caution and assessment. Dead or storm-damaged trees are unpredictable and need more care. And whether you want every branch and chip hauled away, or keep the logs for firewood, changes the final figure.
Two real examples
A 4m ornamental in an open Centurion garden, easy access, basic tidy-up, sits at the bottom end, around R850 to R1,500.
A 12m gum leaning over a tiled roof in Sandton, roped down in sections, with full debris removal and stump grinding, sits several bands higher, around R12,000 to R18,000 or more. Same service, very different job.
Tree Felling Prices in Pretoria, Johannesburg, and Across Gauteng
The suburb matters less than the tree. Size and difficulty drive the price far more than location. What does change is travel, since a feller coming from across the province may add a call-out fee, while a local team will not.
We run teams across Gauteng, so we quote without cross-province travel charges in the areas we cover, including tree felling in Pretoria, Centurion, Pretoria East, Johannesburg, Sandton, and Randburg. See your suburb on our areas we serve in Gauteng page.
Why the Cheapest Quote Can Cost You More
The lowest number is not always the best deal. A cheap quote often excludes the stump, leaves you a pile of branches, or comes from an uninsured operator. If that operator damages your wall or drops a limb on your roof, you pay for it, not them.
Before you accept any tree felling quote, check that the company is insured, that stump removal is either included or clearly quoted, that all debris will be hauled away, and that you get a written, itemised figure. Compare quotes on the same scope of work, because a felling-only price and a full-removal price are not the same thing.
How to Get an Accurate Tree Felling Quote
The fastest route to a real price is to show us the tree. Send a few photos on WhatsApp, one from a distance and one close up, plus your suburb and what the tree is doing. For large, leaning, or risky trees, we arrange a quick site visit, because lean, trunk size, and access have to be seen to be priced.
You get a written quote that spells out what is included, before any work starts. Get my free tree felling quote or call 083 761 7228.
Tree Felling Prices FAQ
How much does tree felling cost in Gauteng?
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Tree felling in Gauteng usually costs between R850 and R25,000 or more per tree. Small, accessible trees are cheapest, while large or dangerous trees cost more. Most standard residential jobs fall between R2,500 and R12,000.
Do tree felling prices differ in Pretoria and Johannesburg?
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Not by much. Prices in Pretoria and Johannesburg track the wider Gauteng market, because the tree's size and difficulty matter more than the suburb. The main local difference is travel, so a nearby team usually avoids a call-out fee.
Is stump removal included in the tree felling price?
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Usually not. Many quotes cover cutting the tree down and basic clean-up only, and the stump is priced separately. Ask for stump grinding pricing up front if you want the site left level.
How much does stump grinding cost?
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Small stump grinding runs about R500 to R1,500. Larger stumps, hardwoods, or difficult access can run R1,500 to R4,500 or more. Full stump removal usually costs more than grinding.
What does emergency tree removal cost?
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Emergency work costs the same as a scheduled job, with no after-hours surcharge, even though the crew responds fast, often after hours, and the tree may be unstable. See our emergency and dangerous tree removal page.
What is the best time of year to remove a tree?
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Late autumn and winter are usually cheapest, because demand drops after the summer storm season and before the spring growth rush. Summer storm season is the busiest and priciest time. If your tree is not an urgent danger, booking in the quieter months can save you money.
Why will you not give a firm price over the phone?
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Because an honest price needs to see the tree. Lean, trunk thickness, access, and what is nearby all change the job, so a blind number is either padded or too low. Send photos or let us do a quick site visit and you get a firm, written quote.
Do you charge a call-out or travel fee?
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Not in the Gauteng areas we cover, because we run local teams. Check our areas we serve page to confirm your suburb.
Do I need a permit, and does it add cost?
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Sometimes. A permit itself is usually a small cost, but protected and municipal trees may not be removed without approval. We flag possible issues during the assessment, and our permits and bylaws guide has the detail.
Get Your Free Tree Felling Quote
Ready for a real number on your tree? Send photos and your suburb, or book a site visit, and we will give you a clear, written, no-obligation quote.
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