Cost guide
What tree removal costs in the Comox Valley
Courtenay Tree Removal prices removals across the Comox Valley from $400 under 30 feet to $4,000 over 60 feet, with stump grinding adding $200 to $600. For properties in the City of Courtenay or Town of Comox, municipal permits run $100 to $500 while our arborist report costs $300 to $800. We weigh property access when we quote you.
Most people start by telling us how tall the tree is. Where it stands matters more. A small tree over your sunroom is a harder job than a big one in an open field, because we have to rope it down in pieces instead of felling it in one go. Tight drop zones, heavy trunk lean, and proximity to buildings or utility lines determine where your project falls within our pricing ranges. That is why we come out and look at your property before we give you a price.
Our tree removal process covers section rigging, timber lowering, chipping and ground cleanup.
| Job | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small tree, under 30 feet | $400 – $800 |
| Medium tree, 30 to 60 feet | $800 – $2,000 |
| Large tree, over 60 feet | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Stump grinding | $200 – $600 |
| Arborist report | $300 - $800 |
| City permit fee | $100 general, $500 large property, free for hazardous |
| Large-property permit (over 4,000 m²) | $500 |
| Protection security, per protected species | $1,000 |
Ranges reflect what we quote across the Comox Valley, updated August 2026.
What actually moves the price?
Key factors that shape your price: How close we can get a chipper and a truck. Structures and obstacles under the tree drive most rigging decisions. A clear drop zone — no shed, no fence, no deck in the way — means we can fell it whole instead of rigging it down in pieces. A dead tree top requires specialized climbing anchors and additional rigging care. And whether the wood leaves with us or stays stacked for you.
Is the stump included?
No, and we quote it as its own line so you can decide once you have seen both numbers. Plenty of people take the tree now and leave the stump until spring.
How are arborist reports priced?
Between $300 and $800, and you only need one where the municipality asks for it. An arborist report evaluates tree health and risk for municipal permit desks, costing $300 to $800.
Related: Comox · Cumberland · Royston · Merville
Tell us what sits under your tree when you request a free tree removal quote and we will walk your property to give you a clear written price.