Fresno and Clovis are full of palms — and a neglected palm gets dangerous and ugly fast. Dead fronds become a fire and falling hazard, seed pods drop a mess across the yard, and old growth packed against the trunk harbors rats and roof pests. We trim and skin palms cleanly, at any height, so yours looks sharp and stays safe.
What Palm Trimming Includes
- Removal of dead, brown, and drooping fronds
- Cutting off seed pods and flower stalks before they drop and sprout
- "Skinning" — peeling the old dead boots off the trunk for a clean look (on species that allow it)
- Shaping the crown without over-trimming (no harmful "hurricane cut")
- Full cleanup and haul-away of all fronds and debris
Done Right — Not Over-Trimmed
A palm only has so many green fronds, and stripping it down to a skinny "pineapple" or "hurricane cut" actually weakens the tree and slows growth. We remove what's dead, dying, and hazardous and keep enough healthy canopy for the palm to stay strong. For tall Washingtonia and date palms, we have the gear to reach the crown safely — no leaning a ladder against a 40-foot trunk.
Rats love untrimmed palms. The dense skirt of dead fronds is a favorite nesting spot in the Valley. Regular trimming keeps them out.
What Palm Trimming Costs in Fresno
Palm trimming typically runs $80 to $500+ per palm depending on height and how overgrown it is. Short ornamental palms are quick and cheap; tall Mexican fan palms that haven't been touched in years take more time and equipment. Multiple palms in one visit bring the per-tree price down. Free quotes every time.
How Often to Trim
Most Valley palms look and do best with trimming once a year, typically in late spring or summer after the seed pods form. We'll recommend the right timing for your species when we come out.