Palm Service

Palm tree trimming and removal across Tampa Bay

Palms aren't hardwoods, and they don't get trimmed like one. Sabal palms, Florida's state tree, line yards across the metro alongside queen palms and Washingtonia fans near the Gulf beaches. Each species needs a different cut, and an aggressive over-trim, sometimes called a hurricane cut, stresses the palm and can shorten its life. We connect you with crews who know the right clock-position cuts for each species and who handle full removal safely when a palm is damaged, diseased, or in the way.

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Palm specialist trimming a sabal palm in a Tampa Bay front yard

What's included in this service?

Fronds trimmed to proper clock positions, no hurricane cuts
Seed pod and fruit removal before it drops and makes a mess
Trunk skinning on Washingtonia palms for a clean look
Full palm removal with rigging or crane support
Disease screening for lethal bronzing during routine visits
Replant-ready stump removal after a palm comes out
Haul-away of heavy palm trunks and debris

When do you need this service?

Fronds are brown, hanging, or dropping near walkways
Seed pods are dropping and making a mess on driveways
A palm has outgrown the space and needs removal
The trunk is leaning after storm wind
A Washingtonia palm needs its multi-year skin-and-shape
You notice discoloration that could signal lethal bronzing

What do homeowners ask about Palm Service?

What is a hurricane cut and why should it be avoided?

A hurricane cut strips a palm down to just a few top fronds. It looks tidy briefly, but it stresses the tree, slows growth, and can shorten its life. Ask any crew to stop at the standard nine-and-three or ten-and-two clock position instead.

How often do palms need trimming in Tampa Bay?

Queen palms typically need trimming every nine to twelve months since they drop fronds quickly. Sabal palms can go longer, often eighteen to twenty-four months. Washingtonia palms need periodic skinning every few years for the clean trunk look.

How much does palm removal cost?

A smaller palm in an open yard usually runs $400 to $800. A mature palm over thirty feet in a tight space runs $1,200 to $2,000. Very large specimens needing a crane can run higher. Disposal costs more than for hardwoods since palm trunks are heavy and don't chip easily.

What is lethal bronzing and should I be worried about it?

Lethal bronzing is a disease that kills palms, especially sabal and Washingtonia varieties, and it has been confirmed across parts of Florida. Early signs include discolored fronds starting from the bottom up. If you spot this, ask for an inspection before it spreads to nearby palms.