Crew clearing thick fall leaves from a residential backyard in Philadelphia, PA

Leaf Removal in Philadelphia, PA

Leaf cleanup, raking, and haul-away options from local pros in Philadelphia, PA

27 Active leaf removal pros
29 min Median response
94% On-time completion
$35–$50 Typical Cost
GreenPal helps you find available leaf removal pros, compare pricing, and schedule service without calling around.
See My Leaf Removal Price
4.6/5
119 reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars from GreenPal customer reviews in Philadelphia, PA

Based on recent GreenPal activity in Philadelphia

27 Active leaf
removal pros
29 min Median response
94% On-time
completion
$35–$50
Typical Cost

Get a free instant quote

Read about GreenPal in
The Morning Call features GreenPal for leaf removal in Philadelphia, PA
4.6/5
119 reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars based on 119 GreenPal customer reviews

Real Experiences From GreenPal Philadelphia Users

Schedule your Fall Cleanup
Schedule your fall cleanup, backed by the GreenPal satisfaction guarantee badge guarantee

Local leaf removal pros in
Philadelphia, compete for your job

Homeowner requesting free leaf removal quotes on a phone

Get free
quotes

Customer reading leaf removal company ratings and reviews

Read their reviews and
choose with confidence

Homeowner booking a local leaf cleanup crew online

Hire with
ease & relax

Get Free Leaf Removal Quote in 60 Seconds

Get Nearby Leaf Removal Quotes

Free to use. No phone calls. No credit card required.

Reset quote form Reset quote

$35

Estimated range in
Philadelphia

Based on recent GreenPal quotes in this area.

Most people hear back in under 20 minutes.

See Matching Pros

Leaf Removal Services Near Philadelphia

All verified providers • Transparent pricing • Fast response times

Available Leaf Removal Pros in Philadelphia Area
Sort by:
LETS GO!!! P.M. offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

LETS GO!!! P.M.

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 206 Reviews)
On-time rate: 44%
Availability: Tomorrow
$33 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Large yards and wooded lots
See My Price
Vargas Lawn Service offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Vargas Lawn Service

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 170 Reviews)
On-time rate: 83%
Availability: Today
$35 – $53
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
See My Price
Curt & Son Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Curt & Son Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 135 Reviews)
On-time rate: 65%
Availability: Tomorrow
$60 – $65
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
See My Price
Mendez Lawn Care  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Mendez Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
(4.6/5 . 106 Reviews)
On-time rate: 51%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
See My Price
G.O.T. Lawn Care  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

G.O.T. Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 84 Reviews)
On-time rate: 75%
Availability: Tomorrow
$35 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Heavy leaf removal
See My Price
Vision Landscaping L offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Vision Landscaping L

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 70 Reviews)
On-time rate: 85%
Availability: Tomorrow
$60 – $70
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
See My Price
Lackawanna Property offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Lackawanna Property

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 66 Reviews)
On-time rate: 66%
Availability: Today
$40 – $50
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Mulch or haul-away options
See My Price
Hernández Landscape offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Hernández Landscape

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 61 Reviews)
On-time rate: 40%
Availability: Today
$40 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
See My Price
VIVID YARD SOLUTIONS offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

VIVID YARD SOLUTIONS

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 59 Reviews)
On-time rate: 92%
Availability: Today
$32 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Mulch or haul-away options
See My Price
Yardscape Services offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Yardscape Services

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 48 Reviews)
On-time rate: 76%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $70
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Heavy leaf removal
See My Price
Warm Waters Lawncare offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Warm Waters Lawncare

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 41 Reviews)
On-time rate: 84%
Availability: Today
$37 – $55
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
See My Price
Allentown Lawn offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Allentown Lawn

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(5.0/5 . 25 Reviews)
On-time rate: 97%
Availability: Today
$58 – $60
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Heavy leaf removal
See My Price
Pmo Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Pmo Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(5.0/5 . 19 Reviews)
On-time rate: 100%
Availability: Today
$34 – $46
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
See My Price
Revive Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Revive Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
(4.6/5 . 19 Reviews)
On-time rate: 50%
Availability: Tomorrow
$213 – $238
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
See My Price
Matt Brady offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA

Matt Brady

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Philadelphia, PA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.1 out of 5 stars
(4.1/5 . 15 Reviews)
On-time rate: 72%
Availability: Today
$45 – $60
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
See My Price
Get Free Leaf Removal Quotes

Top Leaf Removal Companies in Philadelphia

Rankings based on reliability rate, recent activity, and customer satisfaction

#1
Ranked number 1 badge for top leaf cleanup companies LETS GO!!! P.M. ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Philadelphia, PA
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 206 Reviews)
Reliability: 44%
$33 - $45
Typical price:
See My Price
#2
Ranked number 2 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Vargas Lawn Service ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Philadelphia, PA
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 170 Reviews)
Reliability: 83%
$35 - $53
Typical price:
See My Price
#3
Ranked number 3 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Curt & Son Lawn Care ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Philadelphia, PA
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 135 Reviews)
Reliability: 65%
Leaf jobs (30 days): 1
$60 - $65
Typical price:
See My Price

Leaf Removal Cost in Philadelphia

Real data about raking and removal costs in Philadelphia

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

$44

Average booked price
Typical price range of $35–$50 for leaf cleanup in Philadelphia, PA

$35–$50

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

Protect Gutters and
Roof From Leaf Buildup

Leaf buildup around the home can clog gutters and push water toward the roofline. In Philadelphia, 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: 24% of leaf removal customers also book gutter cleaning

Mulching shredded leaves back into lawn grass in Philadelphia, PA

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 Philadelphia

Fall leaf cleanup in Philadelphia 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, 224 lawns are cleaned up in the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia, PA

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.

See My Price

This Week in Philadelphia:
Leaf Removal Booking on GreenPal

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

Philadelphia Leaf Removal Facts

  • 20 new leaf removal requests in the last 7 days
  • Median time to first quote: 29 minutes
  • Median scheduling lead time: 3 days
  • Average booked price this week: $44
  • Most active areas: North Philadelphia, South Philadelphia, Downtown
  • Most common add-on: Weeding

What’s happening this week

Philadelphia, PA will see mild temperatures this week. Rain is expected on April 13th. 20 leaf removal jobs were completed in the last 7 days. The average booked price was $44. Top neighborhoods include North Philadelphia and South Philadelphia.

Tips for this week

  • Schedule service before Monday's rain.
  • Median scheduling lead time is 3 days.
  • The average first response time is 31 minutes.
  • Consider April 12th for clear conditions.
  • Leaf raking accounts for 45% of services.
Weather forecasts can change.
Schedule your Fall Cleanup
Schedule your Fall Cleanup

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 Philadelphia, PA
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 Philadelphia, PA
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 Philadelphia:
45% of jobs include raking
40% use blowing only
15% include full haul-away
Many homeowners choose a mix, starting with blowing and finishing with raking for thicker piles.

Leaf Removal Reviews in Philadelphia

Overall rating 4.6/5 Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars ( 119 reviews )
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars ( 119 reviews )

Read reviews that mention:

excellent • 6 lawn • 6 great • 6 work • 4 grass • 4 service • 4 efficient • 2
4.6 119
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Philadelphia, PA 19146

Maintenance near Graduate Hospital

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Philadelphia, PA 19144

Maintenance near East Germantown

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Philadelphia, PA 19147

Lawn near Queen Village

Response by Vargas Lawn Service
Thank you so much
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Philadelphia, PA 19129

Mowing near Northwest Philadelphia

Thanks!

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Philadelphia, PA 19146

Trim near Graduate Hospital

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Philadelphia, PA 19144

Seeding near East Germantown

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Leaf Removal in Philadelphia

When is leaf removal season in Philadelphia?

Late October through November is the peak, with a second cleanup often needed in December for late-dropping oaks.

Are there specific leaf bagging rules in Philly?

Philadelphia requires biodegradable paper bags for leaf collection; plastic bags will not be picked up by the city.

How do Philly's narrow streets affect leaf removal?

In urban Philly, pros often have to use smaller equipment to navigate tight alleys and row home backyards.

Do Philly pros offer curbside leaf blowing?

Yes, many match the city's vacuum schedule to blow leaves to the curb for efficient pickup.

What happens if I leave leaves on my Philly lawn?

The damp Philly autumn can turn leaves into a slimy mat that kills grass and attracts rodents over the winter.

How do I handle Oak leaf drop in Philly suburbs?

Oaks in the Philly area drop leaves late; a professional cleanup ensures these tough leaves don't smother your turf.

Does leaf removal prevent "Snow Mold" in Philly?

Yes, by removing the damp organic layer that snow mold thrives on during the cold Philly winter.

Can I get a leaf cleanup for a small South Philly backyard?

Absolutely; many Philly pros specialize in manual raking and hauling for small urban spaces.

Should I clear leaves from my Philly gutters?

Yes, many Philly leaf removal pros offer gutter cleaning to prevent basement flooding during winter thaws.

What is the "Philly Final Clean"?

It's the mid-December service to clear the very last of the leaves once the branches are completely bare.

Ready to Get Your Yard Cleaned Up?

Compare quotes from top-rated leaf removal pros in Philadelphia

100% Free to use
No commitment required
29 min avg response
GreenPal mascot illustration next to free leaf cleanup quote call to action GreenPal mascot illustration next to free leaf cleanup quote call to action