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Emergency and storm-damaged palm removal in Perth

Emergency palm tree removal makes a storm-damaged, split, leaning or fallen palm safe as quickly as possible. Perth Palm Tree Removal Services treats these jobs as priority call-outs and aims to respond within 24 to 48 hours, stabilising the immediate hazard first and then completing full removal and clean-up.

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Storm-damaged palm snapped and lying across the front lawn of a house
Response aim
24 to 48 hours
First priority
Stabilise the hazard
On site
Area cordoned off for safety
Finish
Full removal and clean-up

What qualifies as a palm emergency in Perth

Storms can snap fronds, crack trunks or uproot palms entirely, creating immediate safety hazards. Call Perth Palm Tree Removal Services straight away if a palm:

  • Is leaning after a storm, or the soil at its base has lifted.
  • Has a cracked or snapped trunk with unstable sections still standing.
  • Has split or hanging fronds that could drop at any moment.
  • Is resting on a roof, fence, car or another tree.
  • Has fallen across a driveway, path or access point.
  • Is dead and swaying in strong wind.

What to do while you wait

  • Keep people, pets and vehicles well clear of the palm and anywhere it could fall.
  • If power lines are involved, stay away and report them to Western Power immediately.
  • Do not climb, cut or try to pull the palm yourself, because a damaged palm can shift without warning.
  • Take photos of the damage from a safe distance. They help us plan, and they are useful for your own records.

How we handle emergency palm removal

  1. Priority response: we aim to reach you within 24 to 48 hours of your call.
  2. Stability assessment: the crew checks structural stability before any work, since a damaged palm may shift or collapse unexpectedly.
  3. Cordon: the area is cordoned off to protect people and property.
  4. Stabilise: the immediate hazard is dealt with first, such as a hanging section or a palm resting on a structure.
  5. Remove: the palm is dismantled in controlled sections, using rigging or a crane if the site needs it.
  6. Clean up: fronds, trunk sections and debris are cleared, and stump grinding can be added.

Palms near power lines and structures

Structurally compromised palms and palms near power lines need extra planning. When a palm is tangled in or near overhead lines, the utility provider is involved before removal begins.

What affects the cost of emergency removal

  • How the palm has failed, and whether it is resting on a structure.
  • Height and weight of the palm and any hanging sections.
  • Access and whether a crane or elevated work platform is needed.
  • Power lines or other hazards in the work zone.
  • Green waste volume and optional stump grinding.

Preventing the next emergency

Many storm failures start with a palm that was already weakened by decay, pests or a heavy, untrimmed crown. A health assessment and regular trimming reduce the chance of a palm failing in the next storm.

Next step

Call (08) 7813 3802 now. Tell us what has happened, what the palm is resting on or near, and whether power lines are involved, so we can prioritise your job.

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Customer reviews

What Perth customers say

From homeowners in Morley, Joondalup, Perth, Cottesloe, Duncraig and across the metro area.

  • “We had a dead palm that was starting to look dangerous, particularly when the wind picked up. They assessed it, explained the safest removal method and took care of everything. Great service from start to finish.”

    Peter C, Morley

  • “We had two large palms getting far too close to the house. The team explained how they would remove them safely and had everything cleared away by the end of the job. Excellent palm tree removal service in Joondalup.”

    Michael R, Joondalup

  • “We contacted them for palm tree removal after several palms had become too large for our property. The quote was clear, they arrived when promised and the entire site was cleaned before they left. Would definitely use them again.”

    Rachel B, Perth

  • “From the initial quote through to the final clean-up, communication was excellent. They removed a large palm close to our boundary without damaging the surrounding garden. A very professional palm tree removal service.”

    Amanda W, Cottesloe

  • “After having an old palm removed, we wanted the stump gone so we could landscape the area properly. The stump grinding was quick, tidy and left the area ready for us to use again.”

    James L, Duncraig

  • “We needed a very tall palm removed from our backyard and access wasn't easy. The crew handled the entire palm removal safely and efficiently, including cutting everything into manageable sections and cleaning up afterwards.”

    Karen P, Wanneroo

FAQ

Emergency & Storm-Damaged Palm Removal: common questions

How quickly can you remove a storm-damaged palm?

Perth Palm Tree Removal Services treats hazardous and storm-damaged palms as priority jobs and aims to respond within 24 to 48 hours of your call. Tell us on the phone if the palm is resting on a structure, blocking access or leaning towards the house.

What should I do if a palm has fallen on power lines?

Stay well away from the palm and the lines, keep others away, and report fallen or damaged power lines to Western Power straight away. Do not try to move the palm yourself. Once the lines are safe, we can remove the palm and coordinate with the utility provider where needed.

What counts as an emergency palm job?

A leaning trunk, split or hanging fronds, a snapped trunk with unstable sections, a partially uprooted palm leaning towards a structure, a palm resting on a roof, fence or car, and a fallen palm blocking a driveway or path all count as urgent situations.

Can I cut up a fallen palm myself?

It is not recommended. A damaged palm can shift or collapse unexpectedly, and palm trunks are fibrous and heavy, so they behave unpredictably under a chainsaw. The crew assesses structural stability before starting work for exactly this reason.

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Storm-damaged palm? Call now.

Call and talk to someone who knows palms, or send the details and we will call you back. Every quote is free, written and itemised, so stump grinding and green waste are never a surprise.

(08) 7813 3802

or email info@perthpalmtree.com.au

Photos of your palm (optional, up to 5)

    What photos help most?
    • The whole palm, taken from far enough back to see the top.
    • What is around it: roof, fence, pool, shed or power lines.
    • The base of the trunk, especially any cracks, lean or fungus.
    • The side access or gate a crew would use to get in.

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