Tree Removal Quote Template
Free tree removal quote template for residential and commercial tree services. Covers tree felling, stump grinding, chipping, and green waste disposal.
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Or try it on the web →This tree removal quote template is for Australian arborists pricing residential and commercial jobs. It suits everything from a single backyard gum tree to a multi-tree site clearance. The two things most often underquoted are stump grinding depth and green waste disposal. A shallow grind leaves a hump the mower will hit, and underestimating the weight of a hardwood log can kill your margin at the tip. Get those two right and the rest of the job will stack up properly.
How to Price Labour, Equipment, and Waste on a Tree Job
Your price is built from labour, gear, and disposal. A climbing arborist might be on $600-$800 a day, with a groundie on $400. Factor in equipment wear and running costs. A decent chipper from Kennards Hire is $400-$500 a day. Chainsaw chains, fuel, and oil add up. Finally, green waste disposal is a big one. Council tip fees vary but expect to pay $80-$150 per tonne. A mature gum tree can easily be a few tonnes, so don't guess. The most accurate way is to use a public weighbridge on your first run to the tip.
Costs Arborists Forget to Include on Quotes
Access is a major cost driver often missed. If you can’t get the chipper to the tree, you’re dragging branches by hand, which adds hours. Overhead powerlines mean you need an authorised spotter. Proximity to a house might demand a crane, costing $300 an hour plus travel. If the work affects a footpath or road, you’ll need a traffic management plan, which can cost over $1,000 for the day. Always check for council permits and underground services before you start. The Safe Work Australia 'Guide to managing risks of tree trimming and removal work' is your go-to for compliance.
Materials Included
- Tree felling and sectional dismantling
- Stump grinding (below ground)
- Wood chipping on-site
- Crane hire (if required)
- Traffic management (if required)
- Green waste removal to tip
Quoting Steps
- 1Assess tree species, size, and condition
- 2Determine access and proximity to structures
- 3Choose removal method (fell, section, crane)
- 4Quote stump grinding depth
- 5Include green waste disposal
- 6Add council permit if required
Frequently Asked Questions
It depends on what the client wants to do next. For laying new turf, grinding 150-200mm below ground level is usually enough. If they plan to replant a tree or build over the area, you need to go deeper, at least 300-400mm, to get the main root ball. Clarify this upfront, as grinding an extra 200mm can double the time and cost.
Absolutely. A soft pine is quick to cut but a dense hardwood like an Ironbark will wear out your chains and take more time and fuel. Palm trees produce a huge volume of fibrous, heavy waste that’s hard to chip and costs a lot to dump. Always identify the species, as a hardwood can easily add 25% to your labour time.
The homeowner is ultimately responsible for securing any required council permits. However, you should always ask to see the approved permit before starting work. Offering to handle the application process for the client can be a good value-add service. Just be sure to list it as a separate line item on your quote, as the paperwork takes time.
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