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Leaf Removal in Charlotte, NC

Leaf cleanup, raking, and haul-away options from local pros in Charlotte, NC

65 Active leaf removal pros
4 min Median response
94% On-time completion
$37–$45 Typical Cost
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$37–$45
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Ability Outdoor Serv offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Ability Outdoor Serv

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 3,360 Reviews)
On-time rate: 78%
Availability: Tomorrow
$35 – $42
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Freddy's Landscaping offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Freddy's Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 2,414 Reviews)
On-time rate: 85%
Availability: Today
$45 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Lucas E Krenzin offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Lucas E Krenzin

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 2,380 Reviews)
On-time rate: 98%
Availability: Today
$40 – $48
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Isaiah Custom Cutz offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Isaiah Custom Cutz

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 1,975 Reviews)
On-time rate: 70%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
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Nif Lawn Services offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Nif Lawn Services

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
(4.4/5 . 1,855 Reviews)
On-time rate: 66%
Availability: Tomorrow
$38 – $43
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
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CCC LLC offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

CCC LLC

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 1,615 Reviews)
On-time rate: 79%
Availability: Today
$40 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Curb Appeal offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Curb Appeal

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
(4.5/5 . 1,271 Reviews)
On-time rate: 77%
Availability: Today
$40 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Lb Handy Enterprises offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Lb Handy Enterprises

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 1,255 Reviews)
On-time rate: 80%
Availability: Tomorrow
$42 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Gp Landscaping offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Gp Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
(4.5/5 . 1,091 Reviews)
On-time rate: 64%
Availability: Tomorrow
$38 – $43
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Kennedy's Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Kennedy's Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 663 Reviews)
On-time rate: 80%
Availability: Tomorrow
$37 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Resurrection Lawn Svc offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Resurrection Lawn Svc

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 408 Reviews)
On-time rate: 91%
Availability: Today
$35 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
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Layla's Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Layla's Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
(4.6/5 . 390 Reviews)
On-time rate: 72%
Availability: Today
$40 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
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Jd Landscaping offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Jd Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 375 Reviews)
On-time rate: 72%
Availability: Today
$33 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Yard Genie Mowing offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Yard Genie Mowing

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 298 Reviews)
On-time rate: 97%
Availability: Today
$44 – $56
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Spartan Landscaping offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC

Spartan Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Charlotte, NC Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 275 Reviews)
On-time rate: 80%
Availability: Tomorrow
$34 – $39
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Large yards and wooded lots
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Top Leaf Removal Companies in Charlotte

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#1
Ranked number 1 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Ability Outdoor Serv ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Charlotte, NC
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 3,360 Reviews)
Reliability: 78%
$35 - $42
Typical price:
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Ranked number 2 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Freddy's Landscaping ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Charlotte, NC
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 2,414 Reviews)
Reliability: 85%
$45 - $50
Typical price:
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Ranked number 3 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Lucas E Krenzin ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Charlotte, NC
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 2,380 Reviews)
Reliability: 98%
$40 - $48
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Leaf Removal Cost in Charlotte

Real data about raking and removal costs in Charlotte

Raked leaf piles stacked along a front yard curb ready for pickup in Charlotte, NC Bagging wet leaves after a storm for haul-away pickup in Charlotte, NC
Graphic showing an average booked leaf cleanup price of $42 in Charlotte, NC

$42

Average booked price
Typical price range of $37–$45 for leaf cleanup in Charlotte, NC

$37–$45

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 Charlotte and nearby areas.
Roof gutters clogged with wet leaves and autumn debris in Charlotte, NC
Clean gutter channel after leaf debris was removed in Charlotte, NC

Protect Gutters and
Roof From Leaf Buildup

Leaf buildup around the home can clog gutters and push water toward the roofline. In Charlotte, 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: 43% of leaf removal customers also book gutter cleaning

Mulching shredded leaves back into lawn grass in Charlotte, NC

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 Charlotte

Fall leaf cleanup in Charlotte 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, 10,285 lawns are cleaned up in the Charlotte area by GreenPal pros, at an average cost of $42 per job

Fallen autumn leaves covering residential lawns during peak fall leaf drop season in Charlotte, NC

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 Charlotte:
Leaf Removal Booking on GreenPal

Last updated April 03, 2026.
Leaf removal pricing chart showing average service costs and typical price ranges in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte Leaf Removal Facts

  • 5 new leaf removal requests in the last 7 days
  • Median time to first quote: 4 minutes
  • Median scheduling lead time: 2 days
  • Average booked price this week: $42
  • Most active areas: Cotswold, Montclaire South
  • Most common add-on: Leaf Clean-up

What’s happening this week

Charlotte, NC expects rain on April 5th and 6th, with cooler temperatures following. Low listing volume was noted this week for leaf removal services. The median schedule lead time is 2 days.

Tips for this week

  • Rain is forecast for April 5th and 6th. Dry days are expected on April 7th and 8th, good for leaf cleanup.
  • Charlotte, NC jobs typically have a 2-day median schedule lead time. The median first response time is 3 minutes.
  • The average booked price is $42, with prices ranging from $37 to $45. Top neighborhoods for service include Cotswold and Montclaire South.
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 Charlotte, NC
Leaf Raking
Average pricing: $14/hr • $42 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 Charlotte, NC
Leaf Blowing
Average pricing: $6/hr • $17 per job
  • Fast and efficient
  • Great for large open areas
  • Works well for dry, loose leaves
Best for: Large lawns, driveways, initial gathering
In Charlotte:
45% of jobs include raking
38% use blowing only
17% include full haul-away
Many homeowners choose a mix, starting with blowing and finishing with raking for thicker piles.

Leaf Removal Reviews in Charlotte

Overall rating 4.8/5 Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars ( 4,176 reviews )
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars ( 4,176 reviews )

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Location map marker Charlotte, NC 28208

Maintenance near Enderly Park

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Location map marker Charlotte, NC 28217

Maintenance near Montclaire South

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Location map marker Charlotte, NC 28216

Cleanup near Oaklawn

Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Location map marker Charlotte, NC 28208

Yard near Ponderosa - Wingate

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Location map marker Charlotte, NC 28262

Lawn near Mallard Creek - Withrow Downs

Great service

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Location map marker Charlotte, NC 28216

Maintenance near Wedgewood

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Leaf Removal in Charlotte

How much does leaf removal cost in Charlotte?

Prices vary based on yard size, but most Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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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