How much does tree removal cost in Fontana?

Most Fontana projects land between $415 – $1,850, with an average near $935. Local crews quote roughly $8 – $31 per foot of height.

What is included in the Fontana price per foot of height?

Typically materials, labor and cleanup. Permits, disposal and access challenges are usually quoted separately.

Unit pricing

Tree Removal cost per foot of height in Fontana

Tree Removal cost per foot of height in Fontana, California in 2026.

Low

$415

Average

$935

High

$1,850

Fontana crews quote about $8 – $31 per foot of height.

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What drives tree removal prices in Fontana

Local labor, permitting and climate move Fontana prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Licensed Fontana contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 4% above the national labor average. Demand in the Inland Empire market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Fontana follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Fontana building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Inland Empire jurisdictions add high-wind and fire-hardening requirements in foothill zones.

Climate

Fontana sits in a hot, dry inland climate with Santa Ana wind events, so expect wind-rated fasteners, fire-resistant materials and heat-tolerant finishes.

Fontana unit pricing by material

Small tree (under 30 ft)$155 – $520

Medium tree (30 – 60 ft)$470 – $1,250

Large tree (60 – 80 ft)$935 – $2,600

Very large (80 ft+)$2,100 – $8,300

Ways to lower your Fontana price

Ask to keep the wood; many companies discount when they do not haul logs.
Bundle multiple trees into one visit to share the mobilization and crane cost.
Schedule in winter when crews are slow and leafless trees are faster to drop.
Handle brush cleanup and chipping yourself.
Check whether your utility removes trees threatening their power lines for free.

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