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Leaf Removal in Santa Ana, CA

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

32 Active leaf removal pros
24 min Median response
94% On-time completion
$36–$45 Typical Cost
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Olivares Gardening  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA

Olivares Gardening

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
(4.8/5 . 1,743 Reviews)
On-time rate: 88%
Availability: Tomorrow
$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 Santa Ana, CA

South Cal Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 1,401 Reviews)
On-time rate: 93%
Availability: Tomorrow
$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 Santa Ana, CA

Hugo Lopez Ldscp

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

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

Brothersvera

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

  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Family Landscaping  offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA

Family Landscaping

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
(4.6/5 . 337 Reviews)
On-time rate: 80%
Availability: Today
$45 – $65
Typical price:

Services offered

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

Lithium Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 298 Reviews)
On-time rate: 85%
Availability: Today
$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 Santa Ana, CA

Hoosier Heroes

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

Sunscape Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 182 Reviews)
On-time rate: 87%
Availability: Tomorrow
$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 Santa Ana, CA

Tierra Verde Lands

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

Phils Lawn Care

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA

Pampa Lawn & Garden

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

Johny's Gardening

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA Verified by GreenPal
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
(4.9/5 . 52 Reviews)
On-time rate: 84%
Availability: Tomorrow
$40 – $55
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  • Full yard leaf cleanup
  • Driveway & sidewalk blow-off
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Jose Lawn Care offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, CA

Jose Lawn Care

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

All Pro Gardening

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA

Sunny Side Lawncare

Offering yard leaf cleanup and haul-away in Santa Ana, 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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#1
Ranked number 1 badge for top leaf cleanup companies Olivares Gardening  ranked for reliable fall leaf cleanup in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana

Real data about raking and removal costs in Santa Ana

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

$40

Average booked price
Typical price range of $36–$45 for leaf cleanup in Santa Ana, CA

$36–$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 Santa Ana and nearby areas.
Roof gutters clogged with wet leaves and autumn debris in Santa Ana, CA
Clean gutter channel after leaf debris was removed in Santa Ana, CA

Protect Gutters and
Roof From Leaf Buildup

Leaf buildup around the home can clog gutters and push water toward the roofline. In Santa Ana, 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: 30% of leaf removal customers also book gutter cleaning

Mulching shredded leaves back into lawn grass in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana

Fall leaf cleanup in Santa Ana 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, 13 lawns are cleaned up in the Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana:
Leaf Removal Booking on GreenPal

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

Santa Ana Leaf Removal Facts

  • 18 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 Santa Ana, South Santa Ana, Downtown
  • Most common add-on: driveway and sidewalk blow-off

What’s happening this week

Santa Ana, CA expects light rain from April 11-13. Leaf removal services saw 18 jobs in the last week. The median response time is 24 minutes. Schedule leaf cleanup about 3 days in advance. Average booked price is $40.

Tips for this week

  • Consider scheduling your leaf cleanup for April 10 or April 14, around the expected rain.
  • Residents in North Santa Ana, South Santa Ana, and Downtown are actively booking services.
  • Raking is used for 43% of jobs, and blowing for 38%. About 30% of jobs include a gutter addon.
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 Santa Ana, CA
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 Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana:
43% of jobs include raking
38% use blowing only
19% include full haul-away
Many homeowners choose a mix, starting with blowing and finishing with raking for thicker piles.

Leaf Removal Reviews in Santa Ana

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars ( 9 reviews )
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Location map marker Santa Ana, CA 92707

Maintenance near Delhi

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Location map marker Santa Ana, CA 92707

Hedge near Delhi

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Location map marker Santa Ana, CA 92707

Aeration near Delhi

Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Santa Ana, CA 92704

Lawn near South Coast Metro

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified by GreenPal Verified by GreenPal
Location map marker Santa Ana, CA 92706

Aeration near Park Santiago

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Location map marker Santa Ana, CA 92706

Service near Park Santiago

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Leaf Removal in Santa Ana

How much does leaf removal cost in Santa Ana?

Prices vary based on yard size, but most Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana 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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