Cactus Removal Cost
If you want to learn more about what type of cactus you have on your property, read on for a great guide. Or, if you need to have that cactus removed instead, our team can help. Scottsdale Tree Trimmers™ Cactus Removal Service has been removing cacti in Scottsdale for over a decade and we have the expertise, professional equipment and spotless safety record to handle your project, no matter how big it may be! Species such as Saguaro cactus, Prickly Pear cactus and Barrel Cactus can grow to be very large in captivity, and can be difficult or dangerous to remove if not handled by professionals. Our Scottsdale cactus removal team is professionally trained, knowledgeable, experienced and courteous, and we offer Free Quotes! So without further ado, let’s learn a bit about cactus (and removal!)🌵
Saguaro Cactus
Saguaro cacti can make a great addition to any property, but always remember that Saguaro cactus are giant plants that must be respected. Not only are Saguaro cacti protected by law, but due to their size and weight, have the ability to crush anything in their path. Although large cactus species such as Saguaro can add aesthetics and value to your property, they can also grow at an amazingly quick pace when allowed to grow in captivity. This often happens because most yards use an irrigation or drip system. Cactus such as Saguaro will send its surface root system in all directions searching for a water source, and once found, the growth and size of the cactus can actually outgrow the ability of its root system to support itself. This is the reason that many Saguaro cacti in captivity will lean as they grow taller, and in many cases, they can fall to the ground without warning. In addition to their fast growth rate in captivity, Saguaro cacti are also susceptible to air-borne disease and infection, such as Bacterial Necrosis, which attacks the cactus from the inside, oftentimes not even visible until the health condition of the cactus is beyond repair.
Situations such as these are the most dangerous, because the cactus can randomly fall to the ground, crushing everything in its path, such as homes, vehicles, and in some cases, even people. This is one of the many reasons to have cactus removal performed in Scottsdale & Phoenix, since it is not worth risking property or persons over a cactus that is unsafe.
The Saguaro cactus pictured might look small and tame, but this desert plant can quickly grow to over 1,000 pounds! Not to mention, Saguaro cacti can grow to over 30 feet tall (talk about a growth spurt!) The dangers of Saguaro cacti increase with age, height and overall size of the cactus.
The older that Saguaros become, the higher the risk for blow-overs, dropping arms, and diseases such as ‘Bacterial Necrosis’. If you live in Arizona, you already are well aware of the risk of monsoon storms. In Phoenix & Scottsdale, monsoon storms are known to knock down Saguaro cacti that have stood for decades. It’s these random storm events that make having a diseased or leaning cactus on your property so dangerous. Just remember that the cost of Saguaro cactus removal is always cheaper than letting it fall on your car or house. 🏠
If you have a Saguaro cactus that may need removed, make sure to consult with an Arborist ASAP. Did you know that it’s illegal to have a Saguaro cactus removed in Arizona without an Arborist inspection & sign-off? One reason is because the Saguaro cactus is a plant that is protected by law. Another reason is because Saguaro cactus removal can be dangerous. (See the picture of the Saguaro at the very top of this page? They waited too long to have their Saguaro cactus removed!)🚗🌵
Saguaro Cactus Removal Cost
Cactus removal cost ranges from $400-$2,700 in 2023 depending on the size of your cactus removal that needs removed and the location of your cactus. Saguaro Cactus removal cost is largely determined by the size of the Saguaro cactus to be removed. For example, there is a lower cactus removal costs for a smaller cactus removal in an easy to access area. Also, Saguaro removal costs are higher for a larger cactus removal in a tight spot. Our minimum cactus removal cost is $400 for a small cactus removal. The largest Saguaro cactus removal cost we’ve ever performed was $2,700.
- Average Saguaro cactus removal cost: $575
- Low Saguaro cactus removal cost: $400
- High Saguaro cactus removal cost: $2,700
- Saguaro Cactus removal cost range: $400-$2,700
Prickly Pear Cactus
Prickly Pear Cactus can come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but one thing is common, don’t touch them! Prickly Pear Cacti are one of the thorniest and most painful cacti to get poked with; the thorns have microscopic barbs that can get stuck in your skin (ouch!) Prickly Pear Cactus can be found throughout Phoenix and Scottsdale, and can make a great addition to your property. However, these cacti will continue to grow and expand in all directions, especially if they have access to water. This is one reason it’s important to understand that a Prickly Pear Cactus can grow too large for your yard. A Prickly Pear Cacti that is watered can grow at 10 times the rate of a Prickly Pear in the wild (can we say, growing pains?)
Close-up of thorns on a cactus to be removed.
If your Prickly Pear Cactus has grown too large for your yard, call our cactus removal pros for your Free cactus removal Quote!
Cactus Removal Cost
Watch out for those thorns!👀 | Photo Credit: Valleytreetrimmers.com
The average cactus removal cost is $700 with cactus removal costs ranging from $400-$1,200 in 2023. Your cactus removal cost will depend on the size of your cactus, it’s location, and how easy it is to access. The lowest cactus removal cost is $400, and the highest you may expect to pay for cactus removal service is $1,200.
- Average cactus removal cost: $700
- Low cactus removal cost: $400
- High cactus removal cost: $1,200
- Cactus removal cost range: $400-$1,200
Another factor that affects Cactus removal cost is the distance from the cactus to where the equipment can be parked. Sometimes our cactus removal service crew can park our trucks close to where the cactus is to be removed. In those instances, removal of smaller cactus such as Prickly Pear Cactus is less expensive for the homeowner. If the cactus removal is located a long distance from the street, removal of a larger cactus such as Saguaro may be more expensive.
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Lin M.3/09/2017 -
We had an enormous saguaro cactus removed, and they did a great job. They started around noon and were done around 7:20. Because of the great void left in our yard, they planted 2 arms from the original saguaro and hopefully, those will grow nicely. Dan was a great negotiator on price and the 2-man crew was courteous and informative. I would definitely recommend these guys.
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