How much does tree removal cost in Lakewood?

Most Lakewood projects land between $465 – $2,100, with an average near $1,050. Local crews quote roughly $9 – $35 per foot of height.

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

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

Unit pricing

Lakewood tree removal pricing per foot of height

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

Low

$465

Average

$1,050

High

$2,100

Lakewood crews quote about $9 – $35 per foot of height.

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What drives tree removal prices in Lakewood

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

Labor market

Licensed Lakewood contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 16% above the national labor average. Demand in the Los Angeles market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Lakewood follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Lakewood building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Seismic bracing and soft-story retrofit rules apply to many older LA-area properties, and hillside lots trigger extra geotechnical review.

Climate

Lakewood sits in a warm Mediterranean climate with intense summer sun, so expect UV-stable, heat-tolerant materials and shaded scheduling in peak summer.

Lakewood unit pricing by material

Small tree (under 30 ft)$175 – $580

Medium tree (30 – 60 ft)$520 – $1,400

Large tree (60 – 80 ft)$1,050 – $2,900

Very large (80 ft+)$2,300 – $9,300

Ways to lower your Lakewood 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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