Updated July 2026
How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Nanaimo?
Tree removal in Nanaimo typically costs $500 to $2,500 for a single tree, ranging from about $300 for a small tree to $3,500 or more for a large or near-structure removal. Across the Regional District of Nanaimo — Lantzville, Cedar, Nanoose Bay, and Gabriola Island included — price is driven by tree height, trunk diameter, lean, site access, and disposal. Stump grinding adds roughly $100 to $400 per stump, and emergency or storm call-outs add about 25% to 50%. The figures below are typical ranges for planning; every quote is site-specific and free.
Updated July 2026
| Tree size | Approx. height | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Small | up to ~9 m (30 ft) | $300–$700 |
| Medium | ~9–18 m (30–60 ft) | $700–$1,800 |
| Large | ~18–27 m (60–90 ft) | $1,800–$3,500 |
| Very large / complex | 27 m+ or near structures | $3,500–$5,000+ |
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Stump grinding | $100–$400 per stump |
| Tree pruning / trimming | $150–$900 |
| Hedge trimming | $150–$600 |
| Arborist / hazard assessment | $250–$750 |
| Emergency / storm call-out | +25–50% over standard |
| Factor | Effect on price |
|---|---|
| Height & diameter | Taller, thicker trees cost more to fell and cut |
| Lean & tension | Leaning or storm-loaded trees need careful rigging |
| Access | Tight yards and no-crane access add labour |
| Proximity | Trees near houses, fences, or BC Hydro lines need sectional dismantling |
| Species & wood | Hardwoods (maple, oak) are slower than softwoods (cedar, fir) |
| Disposal | Chipping, hauling, or leaving firewood affects the total |
What a quote usually includes
A standard tree removal quote covers felling or sectional dismantling, cutting the wood to length, chipping the brush, and hauling debris away. Stump grinding and bucking firewood are typically priced as add-ons. Any City permit fees are separate — see the tree permits guide.
When permit costs apply
In the City of Nanaimo, up to four non-significant trees can be removed per calendar year without a permit under Bylaw 7126; beyond that, or for trees in riparian or Development Permit Areas, a permit is required and may carry replacement-tree conditions. Rural properties in the Regional District of Nanaimo fall under Development Permit Areas in Bylaw No. 500. The tree permits guide has the full breakdown.
Ways to keep costs down
Booking several trees in one visit spreads the setup cost, keeping the wood as firewood cuts disposal, clear access reduces labour, and scheduling non-emergency work avoids the 25–50% storm premium.
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