How much does tree felling cost in Pietermaritzburg?

South African guide ranges, what changes the price, and a real quote from a local Pietermaritzburg business.

Typical South African guide ranges

  • Small tree (under 5 m, easy access)R1 200 – R3 000 per tree
  • Medium tree (5–10 m)R2 800 – R6 500 per tree
  • Large, dangerous or complex treeR6 000 – R15 000+ per tree
  • Stump grinding or removalR800 – R3 000 per stump

Typical market guide — not a quote. Your real price comes from the business.

Quick estimate

R1 200 – R3 000

Confidence: Low. Access and nearby buildings or power lines can change the quote a lot. Photos help.

Get a real quote from one Pietermaritzburg business

Tree felling businesses in Pietermaritzburg

  • RJ TREE FELLING

    Pietermaritzburg

  • TREE CUT BOYZ

    Pietermaritzburg · 5.0★ (1)

  • Johnson Tree Felling PMB

    Pietermaritzburg · 5.0★ (28)

What changes the price

  • Height and trunk thickness
  • Close to the house, walls or power lines
  • Access for equipment
  • Taking away branches and wood
  • Stump removal

How this estimate works

These are South African guide ranges, not a Pietermaritzburg average — we don't yet have enough local quotes to say more. Includes the work and basic clean-up. VAT may or may not be included. Checked 2026-11-03.

Sources: ProCompare — tree felling costs, Imvelo Awards — tree felling price guide