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Leaf Removal in Riverside, CA

Leaf cleanup, raking, and haul-away options from local pros in Riverside, CA

30 Active leaf removal pros
24 min Median response
94% On-time completion
$35–$40 Typical Cost
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Olivares Gardening  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Olivares Gardening

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 1,743 Reviews)
On-time rate: 88%
Availability: Today
$30 – $40
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Heavy leaf removal
  • Leaf bagging & haul away
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South Cal Landscaping offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

South Cal Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 1,401 Reviews)
On-time rate: 93%
Availability: Today
$25 – $42
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Large yards and wooded lots
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Hugo Lopez Ldscp offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Hugo Lopez Ldscp

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 783 Reviews)
On-time rate: 93%
Availability: Tomorrow
$33 – $40
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Brothersvera offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Brothersvera

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 361 Reviews)
On-time rate: 84%
Availability: Today
$50 – $60
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Lithium Lawn Care  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Lithium Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 298 Reviews)
On-time rate: 85%
Availability: Tomorrow
$30 – $40
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Hoosier Heroes  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Hoosier Heroes

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 216 Reviews)
On-time rate: 64%
Availability: Today
$39 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Sunscape Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Sunscape Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 182 Reviews)
On-time rate: 87%
Availability: Today
$35 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Mulch or haul-away options
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Tierra Verde Lands offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Tierra Verde Lands

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 169 Reviews)
On-time rate: 69%
Availability: Today
$28 – $36
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Phils Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Phils Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 98 Reviews)
On-time rate: 92%
Availability: Today
$32 – $65
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Pampa Lawn & Garden offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Pampa Lawn & Garden

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 74 Reviews)
On-time rate: 69%
Availability: Tomorrow
$36 – $45
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Full yard leaf cleanup
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Johny's Gardening offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Johny's Gardening

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 52 Reviews)
On-time rate: 84%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $55
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Jose Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Jose Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 41 Reviews)
On-time rate: 94%
Availability: Today
$50 – $65
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Leaf bagging & haul away
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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All Pro Gardening offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

All Pro Gardening

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 39 Reviews)
On-time rate: 51%
Availability: Tomorrow
$28 – $33
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Large yards and wooded lots
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Sunny Side Lawncare offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Sunny Side Lawncare

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
(4.7/5 . 39 Reviews)
On-time rate: 90%
Availability: Tomorrow
$35 – $40
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
  • Large yards and wooded lots
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Herkulezhomesolution offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA

Herkulezhomesolution

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Riverside, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
(5.0/5 . 37 Reviews)
On-time rate: 92%
Availability: Today
$51 – $52
Typical price:

Services offered

  • Mulch or haul-away options
  • Heavy leaf removal
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Top Leaf Removal Companies in Riverside

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#1
Ranked number 1 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Olivares Gardening  ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Riverside, CA
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 1,743 Reviews)
Reliability: 88%
Leaf jobs (30 days): 5
$30 - $40
Typical price:
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Ranked number 2 badge for top leaf cleanup companies South Cal Landscaping ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Riverside, CA
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 1,401 Reviews)
Reliability: 93%
$25 - $42
Typical price:
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Ranked number 3 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Hugo Lopez Ldscp ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Riverside, CA
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 783 Reviews)
Reliability: 93%
$33 - $40
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Leaf Removal Cost in Riverside

Real data about raking and removal costs in Riverside

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Graphic showing an average booked leaf cleanup price of $40 in Riverside, CA

$40

Average booked price
Typical price range of $35–$40 for leaf cleanup in Riverside, CA

$35–$40

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

Protect Gutters and
Roof From Leaf Buildup

Leaf buildup around the home can clog gutters and push water toward the roofline. In Riverside, 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: 39% of leaf removal customers also book gutter cleaning

Mulching shredded leaves back into lawn grass in Riverside, CA

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 Riverside

Fall leaf cleanup in Riverside 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, 131 lawns are cleaned up in the Riverside area by GreenPal pros, at an average cost of $40 per job

Fallen autumn leaves covering residential lawns during peak fall leaf drop season in Riverside, CA

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 Riverside:
Leaf Removal Booking on GreenPal

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

Riverside Leaf Removal Facts

  • 16 new leaf removal requests in the last 7 days
  • Median time to first quote: 24 minutes
  • Median scheduling lead time: 3 days
  • Average booked price this week: $40
  • Most active areas: North Riverside, South Riverside, Downtown
  • Most common add-on: Leaf Clean-up

What’s happening this week

Riverside, CA, expects light rain from April 11th to 13th. Dry weather is forecast for April 10th and 14th. There were 16 leaf removal jobs in the last week.

Tips for this week

  • Plan your leaf cleanup before or after the rainy period.
  • Providers respond within 24 minutes on average.
  • Schedule leaf service at least 3 days in advance.
  • The average booked price for a job is $40.
  • Services often include leaf raking (41%) or blowing (36%).
  • Haulaway is part of 23% of jobs.
  • Gutter cleaning is a 39% add-on service.
  • Top areas are North Riverside, South Riverside, and Downtown.
Weather forecasts are subject to 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.

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Leaf Raking
Average pricing: $13/hr • $40 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 Riverside, CA
Leaf Blowing
Average pricing: $5/hr • $16 per job
  • Fast and efficient
  • Great for large open areas
  • Works well for dry, loose leaves
Best for: Large lawns, driveways, initial gathering
In Riverside:
41% of jobs include raking
36% use blowing only
23% include full haul-away
Many homeowners choose a mix, starting with blowing and finishing with raking for thicker piles.

Leaf Removal Reviews in Riverside

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars ( 77 reviews )

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Mowing near Ramona

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Cleanup near Grand

Great job! Thank you for trimming the bush.

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Yard near Ramona

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Service near Grand

Thank you, great job.

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Mowing near Arlington

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Aeration near Grand

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Leaf Removal in Riverside

How much does leaf removal cost in Riverside?

Prices vary based on yard size, but most Riverside 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 Riverside 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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