Updated September 2026
How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Duncan?
Duncan Tree Removal charges $400 to $6,000 for tree removal across Duncan, North Cowichan and the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, with most average jobs landing around $1,600. Small trees on open ground sit at the lower end, while large trees near structures reach the higher end. Stump grinding adds $200 to $600 per stump, and we give you a written price before any cutting starts.
We price each job individually based on the tree's height, lean and access, which is why written quotes vary from tree to tree.
Our danger tree removal page details every step of our piece-by-piece takedown process and safety equipment.
| Tree size | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Small (under 30 ft) | $400 – $800 |
| Medium (30–60 ft) | $800 – $2,000 |
| Large (over 60 ft) | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Typical job overall | $400 – $6,000, most around $1,600 |
What changes the price on your tree?
When we assess your tree, we look at its height, trunk diameter, lean and visible decay, along with equipment access and whether it stands near a structure or power line. What happens to the wood afterward — hauled away or left for firewood — can move the price too.
Does it cost more inside Duncan?
A tree inside Duncan may need a permit under the Tree Protection Bylaw No. 3135 before it comes down, which adds a step — though not necessarily cost — to the job. North Cowichan has no equivalent tree protection bylaw on private property, so a near-identical tree just across the municipal boundary may need no permit at all. Read our permits and bylaws guide to see which municipal rules apply to your address.
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Stump grinding | $200 – $600 per stump |
| Hazard tree assessment | $300 – $800 |
| Pruning (per tree) | $200 – $900 |
| Emergency storm removal | +50–100% over standard rates |
Your quote is written and confirmed before any work begins.
Is the stump included?
Removing a tree and grinding its stump are two line items, not one job, since not every property wants the stump gone. Pruning is priced separately again — a tree that only needs its crown thinned or raised costs far less than a full removal, and our arborist will tell you if pruning would do the job before we assume the tree has to come down.
Why does a tight drop zone change the number?
When a structure, fence or neighbouring property blocks that, we rig the tree and lower it down piece by piece instead — more time on-site, more cuts, and that shows up in the price. We call BC Hydro before we cut anywhere near an overhead or buried service line, and we don't charge extra for it — that's just part of doing the job safely.
We specify cleanup options on your quote before starting: we can haul away all rounds, brush and chips, or leave them on your property for firewood and mulch.
Tell us the trunk diameter, how much it leans, and what's around it, and we'll give you a starting range over the phone. We still walk the property before we lock in a final number, since a photo doesn't always show the drop zone clearly.
How do you get a real number?
We come out, assess it, and give you a flat-rate written price before anything is booked, with the drop zone, access and any permit requirement confirmed in person.
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