Tree removal costs ?

With the weather getting better lately, me and my other half are planning on opening up the garden a bit and chopping down some large conifers that are 25ft - 30ft in height, we would like to let more light in and a fresh look.

I need some help with pricing, if anybody has used a tree surgeon lately ? ..

I can't remember having to ever hire a tree surgeon and if I was 20 years younger, I would do it myself! However, do you think £600 is reasonable for 5 large conifers to get removed ?

 

Welcome GardeningMad.

Yes, I think it's a reasonable price. Whereas I think Loofah's quote/estimate is overpriced.

I've had two 50ft trees and their stumps removed for £300 and a little bartering for the price of the wood.

 

Down here I was quoted £500 inc VAT per tree to remove 5 60 ft tall Douglas Firs remove wood, chip the smaller stuff and grind out the stumps.
Check reference and that they are properly insured. Also make sure there is no TPO on the trees; that's what scuppered my plans.