How Much Does It Cost to Remove a Large Tree in Brisbane?

Large tree removal is the most variable pricing category. Here's what drives the cost and what to expect.

What counts as a large tree

For pricing purposes: trees over 10m in height with a significant canopy spread. In Brisbane, this includes mature eucalypts, large camphor laurels, fig trees, brush box, tallowwood, and large ornamentals like poinciana.

Price ranges

What pushes large tree costs higher

Council permit (add $250–$450 for the report plus 5–25 business days wait time). Multiple adjacent structures requiring careful rigging. Very dense wood that slows chipping. Remote access requiring helicopter or elevated work platform. Multiple large trees in the same job.

Getting an accurate quote

Large trees should be quoted on-site or from multiple detailed photos. Text to 0474 011 120. Include: full height photo, trunk base, nearest structure and its distance, and the access gate or entry point for equipment.