Palm Tree Removal Westwood
Palm tree removal in Westwood is a different job from broadleaf tree work — dense crowns, fibrous root mats, and (for tall washingtonias) a crane requirement most Westwood contractors don't have. We bring the crane, the spurs, the excavator for the root mat, and the experience to drop a 12-metre palm next to a pool without a single cracked tile.
Palm Tree Removal in Westwood, done properly
Westwood has a lot of older washingtonia robusta — now classified invasive in some municipalities — and date palms dropping seed pods over pools. We remove them sectionally, lift the root mat, and back-fill ready for replanting or paving.
Palms are different from broadleaf trees: dense crowns with heavy fronds, no taper trunk to climb in the usual way, and a fibrous root mat that resists conventional grinding. We use crane assist for tall washingtonias and dedicated palm spurs for shorter species.
Most Gauteng palm jobs are washingtonia robusta (Mexican fan palm), now classified as invasive in some municipalities, and date palms with dropping seed pods over pools.
What we see on Westwood jobs specifically
On Westwood jobs we typically deal with Eucalyptus (bluegum), Jacaranda, Syringa (Persian lilac) and similar species. Highveld summer storms and dry winter frost combined with shallow clay-loam over reef quartzite — common root-plate failure after summer downpours drives most of what we see — particularly wind-loaded blue gums leaning toward boundary walls.
Tree species we work with in Westwood
Eucalyptus (bluegum), Jacaranda, Syringa (Persian lilac), Pine, Black wattle and Plane tree are the most common species on Westwood jobs — each fails differently and needs its own approach.
When you should book this service
- Storm-damaged crown
- Property sale clearance
- Palm too tall to maintain safely
- Dropping fronds/seed pods over pool, paving or vehicles
Everything we cover in Westwood
Palm tree removal in Westwood, palm tree trimmers near me, washingtonia removal, date palm extraction and palm root-mat removal — Columbus brings the crane, the spurs and the excavator. One crew, one quote.
- Tree felling & tree removal — all sizes
- Tree cutting, crown reduction & shape pruning
- Stump removal & stump grinding (below grade)
- Palm tree removal, cleaning & seed-pod clearance
- 24/7 emergency tree felling & storm response
- Dead, diseased & dangerous tree removal
- Site clearing for development & landscaping
- Tree health assessment & arborist consultation
Palm Tree Removal prices in Westwood (2025/2026)
Indicative price ranges for palm tree removal in Westwood. Your final quote depends on tree size, access for the chipper truck, lean direction and whether power lines are involved — we confirm in writing after a free on-site assessment.
| Service | Size / scope | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Palm tree removal — small | Under 5 m palm | R2,500 – R4,000 |
| Palm tree removal — large | Over 5 m, specialist removal | R4,000 – R8,000+ |
Indicative ranges. Final price quoted in writing after free on-site assessment in Westwood. See full Gauteng price guide →
Real palm tree removal — Westwood
A recent Columbus job: a mature Washingtonia palm leaning over the driveway, removed sectionally, root mat cleared and the boundary wall rebuilt where the trunk had pushed it out — all in one visit.
Before
AfterEvery tree service for Westwood homeowners
Each link below is a dedicated, locally-priced page for Westwood — pick what you need.
Tree Felling Westwood
Safe, controlled removal of any tree. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn moreEmergency Tree Felling Westwood
Fast response, day or night. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn moreTree Pruning Westwood
Crown reduction, shaping & health pruning. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn moreTree Health Westwood
Disease treatment, fertilisation & care. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn moreTree Planting Westwood
Indigenous & ornamental species. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn morePalm Tree Removal Westwood
Full palm extraction all species. Booked and crewed locally.
You are herePalm Cleaning Westwood
Frond, skirt & seed pod removal. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn morePalm Pruning Westwood
Safe crown reduction for all palms. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn moreStump Removal Westwood
Complete below-ground removal. Booked and crewed locally.
Learn morePalm Tree Removal in Westwood — our process
- 1
Skirt strip
Dead fronds and seed pods cleared first to reduce weight and improve visibility.
- 2
Sectional drop or crane lift
Trunk cut in 1-metre sections, lowered or craned out depending on access.
- 3
Root-mat removal
Excavator or hand-dug; palm mats don't grind like wood.
- 4
Backfill
Soil and chip mix back into the hole.
Questions Westwood homeowners ask
Will you remove the stump too?
Yes if booked. Stump grinding is a separate machine and gets quoted alongside the felling. Most clients grind out stumps in lawn areas and leave forest-edge stumps to rot naturally.
Can you handle trees near Eskom or City Power lines in Westwood?
Yes. Where a tree is touching live lines we coordinate a temporary disconnect at no admin charge to you. Most Westwood suburbs we've worked in have predictable line layouts so we can plan the cut in advance.
Will neighbours be affected during the job in Westwood?
Some noise from the chipper for 1–3 hours and (rarely) a brief blockage of a shared driveway. We notify adjoining neighbours the day before any major Westwood job and finish well within daytime working hours.
How much does tree felling cost in Westwood?
Pricing in Westwood depends on tree size, lean direction, access for our boom truck, and whether power lines are involved. A medium garden tree typically starts around R850–R2,500, while large bluegums or palms over R5,000. We quote each Westwood job on site — never sight-unseen — and the quote is free.
Are you insured if something goes wrong?
Yes — R5-million Public Liability plus workers' compensation cover. Ask any contractor for their COID letter before they climb; we hand ours over on request.
Can the palm be moved instead of removed?
Yes — palms transplant better than most trees. Worth discussing for date palms and king palms. (Applies in Westwood and across our wider East Rand service area.)
Will the root mat regrow?
Most palms don't sucker; once the apical bud is cut, the trunk dies. Removing the root mat is for landscaping, not regrowth control. (Applies in Westwood and across our wider East Rand service area.)
Palm Tree Removal in nearby East Rand suburbs
Free quote for Palm Tree Removal in Westwood
Tell us the tree, send a photo if you have one. We come out, assess and quote — free.