How Much Does Shrub Trimming Cost in the Joliet Area?

Let’s give you the real answer - $400-$700. Now that I've told you that read more to find out why! 

Average Cost of Shrub Trimming

For 90% of our clients, shrub trimming falls between $400 and $700 per service. Some light jobs land closer to $250, while larger properties or overgrown landscapes (think “hasn’t been trimmed in 2 years”) can go well beyond $700.

Pro tip: If you haven’t trimmed in a year or two and want a big size reduction, expect the first visit to cost around double. You didn’t pay for maintenance last year—so this one’s pulling double duty.

Our Shrub Trimming Program

Our twice-a-year program is designed for consistent curb appeal and plant health.

•  🌿 One visit in early summer
•  🍂 One visit in early fall

We recommend this timing because:

•  It avoids cutting off spring flower buds
•  It works with the natural growth cycle
•  It reduces the risk of plant stress or sunscald (winter/spring disease)

What's Included?

✅ Trimming of all shrubs under 15 feet
✅ Cleanup and removal of all trimmings
✅ Automatic skips on actively flowering plants (price stays the same)
✅ Flexibility — if you start mid-year, we can do one or two visits

 

This program keeps your property clean and consistent—without you needing to micromanage it.

Common Shrubs in the Chicago Suburbs We Service

In the Joliet area, we commonly trim:

• Boxwood (very common in new builds)
• Yews (fast growers)
• Spirea (great candidates for rejuvenation)
• Burning Bush (prone to overgrowth)
• Barberry
• Viburnum
• Hydrangea
• Arborvitae
• Potentilla
• Privet hedge
• Lilac
• Dogwood shrubs

 

Some shrubs bloom on old wood (last year’s growth), and others on new wood (this year’s). We build our schedule and plant decisions around that to protect flowering and long-term health.

Why Timing Matters

We avoid major pruning in early spring for a reason:

• Avoid cutting off blooms (lilac, forsythia, viburnum)
• Reduce plant stress and sap bleeding (especially birch, maple, and dogwood)
• Prevent sunscald and uneven regrowth
•  Let plants use their stored winter energy to push healthy spring growth first

One-Time Trims Are Available

If you're just looking for a one-time cleanup or want to include trimming in your spring or fall cleanup, we can absolutely do that.

 Just remember — shrub trimming is one of those services where routine > rescue. That’s why our 2x/year program exists.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve been wondering what shrub trimming costs or when to do it, this is your sign. With over 700 active clients and hundreds, 300+ mowing clients and dozens of shrub trimming programs served, Fresh Cut Pros is the go-to choice for high-quality, hassle-free service.

We keep your yard looking sharp without you lifting a finger.

📍 Serving: Joliet, Shorewood, Plainfield, Minooka, and Channahon
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