Tree Removal in Jacksonville
$300–$5000 · flat quote before work starts
Tree Removal in Jacksonville typically runs $300–$5000 for residential properties in Riverside, San Marco, Mandarin, Ortega, Atlantic Beach, Westside, Northside, Julington Creek, and nearby Jacksonville neighborhoods. Request a quote through the form for a same-day quote response, or call (904) 847-3434.
Dead trees, storm-damaged trunks, and trees too close to structures need to come down before they become a liability. Jacksonville removals range from straightforward yard trees to large live oaks requiring rigging near structures -- your provider assesses access, size, and hazard level before quoting. Note: some tree removals in Jacksonville require a City permit or arborist documentation -- your provider will advise.
Small trees (under 30 ft) $300-$600; large live oaks $2,500+ depending on access and rigging.
What Tree Removal Actually Costs in Jacksonville →
What the job covers
- Full tree takedown, sectioned safely from the canopy down
- Rigging for trees near structures, fences, or vehicles
- Stump cut to ground level (stump grinding available separately)
- All wood sections and brush removed from the property
- Haul-away to licensed green-waste and wood-recycling facilities
When to call a tree service
- A storm split the trunk and half the tree is now leaning toward the house -- you want it down before the next front moves through
- A dead pine stands near the property line and the neighbor keeps bringing it up -- pines decline fast in Jacksonville's climate once beetles or lightning get in
- A water oak is dropping large limbs and sounds hollow when knocked -- a common end-of-life pattern for the species at 40-50 years
- You're selling the house and the buyer's inspector flagged a hazard tree over the roof
- The tree is dead, brown, and shedding bark, and you want it gone before hurricane season tests it
Jobs we'll point you elsewhere for
- Trees leaning into or touching power lines -- that's JEA's line-clearance crew; no private provider should work energized lines
- Land or lot clearing for construction or development -- that is a different trade entirely and is not offered through this site
- Removals that skip the permit question -- protected and heritage trees may need a City of Jacksonville permit or arborist documentation first, and your provider will walk through that before cutting
Tree Removal — common questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Jacksonville?
It depends on the tree. The City of Jacksonville regulates protected and heritage trees. Under Florida Sec. 163.045, a property owner may remove a tree posing a documented risk, but documentation from an ISA-certified arborist may be required. Your provider will advise on whether a COJ permit applies to your specific situation.
How much does tree removal cost in Jacksonville?
Small trees under 30 feet typically run $300-$600. Medium trees (30-60 ft) run $600-$1,500. Mature live oaks -- the ones that dominate Jacksonville yards -- commonly start around $2,500 and climb from there when a crane is needed or access is tight; very large or hazardous specimens can run several thousand more. A flat price is quoted before work starts.
What happens to the wood and debris after removal?
All debris is hauled from the property. If you want to keep firewood-length sections, tell the provider at quote time -- most will split and stack instead of hauling at no extra charge.
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