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Leaf Removal in Boulder, CO

Leaf cleanup, raking, and haul-away options from local pros in Boulder, CO

37 Active leaf removal pros
18 min Median response
94% On-time completion
$32–$55 Typical Cost
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Powers Services offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Powers Services

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
(4.6/5 . 2,378 Reviews)
On-time rate: 76%
Availability: Today
$35 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Inspiring Landscape offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Inspiring Landscape

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 835 Reviews)
On-time rate: 100%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $60
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Lawn Barber Llc offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Lawn Barber Llc

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 350 Reviews)
On-time rate: 63%
Availability: Today
$30 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Foster Care  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Foster Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 192 Reviews)
On-time rate: 91%
Availability: Tomorrow
$34 – $41
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Sparkle Cleannn offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Sparkle Cleannn

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 96 Reviews)
On-time rate: 89%
Availability: Tomorrow
$34 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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5280 Lawns Llc  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

5280 Lawns Llc

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 60 Reviews)
On-time rate: 61%
Availability: Today
$50 – $55
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
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The Lawn Pros offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

The Lawn Pros

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 54 Reviews)
On-time rate: 96%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $55
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Large yards and wooded lots
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Rv Property Maintain offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Rv Property Maintain

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 42 Reviews)
On-time rate: 67%
Availability: Today
$41 – $47
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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EWWS_LLC  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

EWWS_LLC

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(5.0/5 . 40 Reviews)
On-time rate: 48%
Availability: Today
$35 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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M&E Lawn Servicellc offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

M&E Lawn Servicellc

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
(4.5/5 . 37 Reviews)
On-time rate: 72%
Availability: Tomorrow
$31 – $35
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
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Colorado Curb offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Colorado Curb

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 28 Reviews)
On-time rate: 55%
Availability: Tomorrow
$30 – $40
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Family Man Lawn offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Family Man Lawn

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(5.0/5 . 24 Reviews)
On-time rate: 59%
Availability: Tomorrow
$30 – $40
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
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Phil's Yard Clean Up offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Phil's Yard Clean Up

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 21 Reviews)
On-time rate: 66%
Availability: Tomorrow
$35 – $39
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Earned Stripes Llc offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Earned Stripes Llc

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(5.0/5 . 14 Reviews)
On-time rate: 89%
Availability: Today
$42 – $64
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Walkers Lawn Care  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO

Walkers Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Boulder, CO Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 14 Reviews)
On-time rate: 65%
Availability: Today
$39 – $43
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Top Leaf Removal Companies in Boulder

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#1
Ranked number 1 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Powers Services ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Boulder, CO
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
(4.6/5 . 2,378 Reviews)
Reliability: 76%
$35 - $50
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#2
Ranked number 2 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Inspiring Landscape ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Boulder, CO
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 835 Reviews)
Reliability: 100%
$40 - $60
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Ranked number 3 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Lawn Barber Llc ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Boulder, CO
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 350 Reviews)
Reliability: 63%
$30 - $45
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Leaf Removal Cost in Boulder

Real data about raking and removal costs in Boulder

Raked leaf piles stacked along a front yard curb ready for pickup in Boulder, CO Bagging wet leaves after a storm for haul-away pickup in Boulder, CO
Graphic showing an average booked leaf cleanup price of $44 in Boulder, CO

$44

Average booked price
Typical price range of $32–$55 for leaf cleanup in Boulder, CO

$32–$55

Typical range

What affects your price

  • Yard size and leaf coverage
  • Haul-away vs mulching
  • Access to fenced or wooded areas
Prices are based on recent GreenPal bookings in Boulder and nearby areas.
Roof gutters clogged with wet leaves and autumn debris in Boulder, CO
Clean gutter channel after leaf debris was removed in Boulder, CO

Protect Gutters and
Roof From Leaf Buildup

Leaf buildup around the home can clog gutters and push water toward the roofline. In Boulder, 1 in 4 leaf removal jobs includes a driveway, sidewalk, or gutter-adjacent cleanup. Some pros offer gutter debris add-ons during fall service windows.

Add-on available: 46% of leaf removal customers also book gutter cleaning

Mulching shredded leaves back into lawn grass in Boulder, CO

Leaves on Your Lawn
and Grass

Leaving thick layers of leaves on grass can block sunlight and trap moisture. Local pros typically recommend removing heavy leaf buildup before extended wet periods to reduce the risk of lawn damage. Light mulching can help, but it depends on coverage and grass type.

Local timing tip: Clear leaves before wet periods to prevent matting

Fall Leaf Cleanup Timing in Boulder

Fall leaf cleanup in Boulder typically starts in mid-October and continues through late November, as trees shed leaves in waves rather than all at once. Most homeowners schedule one to two cleanups during this period, depending on tree density and weather.

On average, 22 lawns are cleaned up in the Boulder area by GreenPal pros, at an average cost of $44 per job

Fallen autumn leaves covering residential lawns during peak fall leaf drop season in Boulder, CO

For many yards, the best timing is:

  • Late October timing icon for first fall cleanup

    Late October

    for the first cleanup to prevent heavy buildup

  • Mid to late November timing icon for final cleanup

    Mid to late November

    for a final seasonal cleanup

If leaves are left too long, they can trap moisture, block sunlight, and create slippery surfaces on walkways and driveways.

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This Week in Boulder:
Leaf Removal Booking on GreenPal

Last updated April 09, 2026.
Leaf removal pricing chart showing average service costs and typical price ranges in Boulder, CO

Boulder Leaf Removal Facts

  • 13 new leaf removal requests in the last 7 days
  • Median time to first quote: 18 minutes
  • Median scheduling lead time: 3 days
  • Average booked price this week: $44
  • Most active areas: North Boulder, South Boulder, Downtown
  • Most common add-on: driveway and sidewalk blow-off

What’s happening this week

Boulder, CO expects rain and broken clouds for much of the coming week, with highs reaching 73°F. In the last 7 days, 13 leaf removal jobs were recorded. Services typically respond within 17 minutes and schedule 3 days out.

Tips for this week

  • Schedule your service ahead; median lead time is 3 days.
  • Expect average prices around $44, typically ranging from $32 to $55.
  • Many services in Boulder include leaf raking.
  • A gutter cleaning add-on is common for 46% of jobs.
  • Popular areas include North Boulder, South Boulder, and Downtown.
Weather forecasts can change.
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Leaf Raking vs Leaf Blowing

Leaf raking is commonly used for heavier coverage and wet leaves, while leaf blowing works best for lighter cleanup and hard surfaces.

Hand raking heavy leaf buildup in a shaded front yard in Boulder, CO
Leaf Raking
Average pricing: $15/hr • $44 per job
  • More thorough cleanup
  • Better for wet or matted leaves
  • Gentler on delicate landscaping
Best for: Flower beds, tight spaces, thick leaf coverage
Leaf blower clearing leaves from a driveway and sidewalk in Boulder, CO
Leaf Blowing
Average pricing: $6/hr • $18 per job
  • Fast and efficient
  • Great for large open areas
  • Works well for dry, loose leaves
Best for: Large lawns, driveways, initial gathering
In Boulder:
38% of jobs include raking
36% use blowing only
26% include full haul-away
Many homeowners choose a mix, starting with blowing and finishing with raking for thicker piles.

Leaf Removal Reviews in Boulder

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Location map marker Boulder, CO 80303

Hedge near Keewayden

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Location map marker Boulder, CO 80303

Yard near Keewayden

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Location map marker Boulder, CO 80305

Maintenance near Martin Acres

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Location map marker Boulder, CO 80301

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Location map marker Boulder, CO 80303

Yard near Arapahoe Ridge

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Location map marker Boulder, CO 80301

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Leaf Removal in Boulder

How much does leaf removal cost in Boulder?

Prices vary based on yard size, but most Boulder residents see bids ranging from $100 to $450. The final price depends on whether you want them bagged, mulched, or hauled away.

Is there a minimum fee for leaf services?

Most local pros have a service minimum (often around $75) to cover travel and equipment setup for small lots.

Does leaf volume affect the price?

Yes. A yard with "ankle-deep" leaves requires significantly more man-hours than a light dusting.

Can I get a free estimate for leaf removal near me?

Yes, listing your yard on GreenPal triggers multiple free bids from local Boulder vendors within hours.

Is an hourly rate or a flat fee better?

Flat fees are standard on GreenPal, so you know the exact cost before the pro starts.

Should I mulch my leaves or have them hauled away?

This depends on your lawn's health and your budget. Below is a quick breakdown to help you decide:

Feature Mulching (Eco-Option) Hauling (Full Removal)
Primary Benefit Natural fertilizer; improves soil Instant "spotless" curb appeal
Cost Lower (usually part of a mow) Higher (labor + disposal fees)
Time Fast (single pass with mower) Long (blowing, bagging, loading)
Lawn Health Boosts nutrients; suppresses weeds Prevents mold; lets grass breathe
Best For... Light to moderate leaf cover Heavy leaves or pine needles
Limitation Can't handle wet/thick leaf mats Loses the natural "free" nutrients

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