How much does tree removal cost near me?

• <div><p>Local tree removal prices range from <b>$200 to $2,000</b> overall, but vary depending on:</p><ul><li><p>Local cost of labor and supplies</p></li><li><p>Accessibility of the tree</p></li><li><p>Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree</p></li><li><p>The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)</p></li><li><p>Local seasonal discounts for the off-season</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

What kills tree roots naturally?

• <div><p>Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/options-tree-stump-removal.htm">removing the tree's stump</a>. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.</p></div>

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Q: Can a tree be removed without a stump remaining?

• <div><p>Although it&rsquo;s possible, heavy machinery like a crane is necessary for removing an entire tree stump and all. This procedure is extremely costly, time-consuming, and usually unnecessary, as there are plenty of convenient and affordable stump removal options. </p><p>Your best bet, if you want to be sure to remove a tree and its stump efficiently, is to speak with a professional. They&rsquo;ll be able to walk you through the entire process.</p></div>

Q: What time of year should a tree be cut down?

• <div><p>The dormant season between winter and late spring, when all the leaves have fallen off, is the best time of year to cut down a tree. Frozen earth is actually preferable for tree removal because it won&rsquo;t disturb the surrounding landscape as much as it would if you removed the tree during warmer months. </p></div>

Q: Do tree surgeons need to be licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, in most municipalities,<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/hire-insured-arborist-care-your-trees.htm"> arborists or tree surgeons</a> need to hold an arborist&rsquo;s license, which usually requires specialized education and specific experience. Certified arborists must also pass an exam from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). In addition to a license, you should always confirm that the tree surgeon you&rsquo;re hiring is fully insured, as this can help you avoid legal problems if the professional gets injured on your property. Keep in mind that some municipalities require tree removal and other services to be completed by a licensed arborist.</p></div>

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Last update on December 14, 2025

Reviewed in July 2020
Pleasure to deal with this company and its staff. The crew was efficient. The attention to safety and PPE was superb. The cleanup was excellent. They worked in a tight area and my property was not disturbed in the least, except for the missing trees. Children would love to watch this big machine...
Fairbanks Stump Grinders/Yellow Snow Plowing
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Reviewed in April 2020
Sage did a great job dropping 4 trees . I contacted Sage for an estimate and the next day he arrived and gave me a price. Three days later the job was completed. The operation was fast and professional, clean up was excellent. I will recommend this company to any that want trees removed.
Top Notch Tree Removal, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2017
Grady and his helper, Billy, showed up to take care of my tree. Grady did an excellent job finding out exactly what I wanted and he climbed the tree to take off many of the larger limbs. He also did an excellent job directionally falling the tree and used a rope line to ensure it fell in the...
Sherpa Tree Service
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Reviewed in October 2015
I picked them out of the newspaper and I was very, very extremely disappointed in what they did and I think they actually did more harm than good. It was a local company that advertises in the paper a lot. I wish I never heard of them. They just did a terrible job. I still can hardly look at my...
Gage Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2014
In their defense, the weather didn't allow painters to get off to a good start, however once the weather did improve, it was hard to get them to show up on the job site. Too many personal problems, and constant issues that Jonathan was trying to deal with and made continual excuses for. He...
Affordable Paint LLC
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Reviewed in October 2013
Clearing the large ferns, blackberries, etc. required 5 hours work with an excavator. The debris was removed and placed where it was not visibility obtrusive. The beds were then smoothed by shovel. The contractor was careful to ensure that none of his equipment would disturb the septic, well or...
Full Throttle Landscape
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Reviewed in July 2013
My mother had a tree trimmed, and because of the price she paid we had expected the removal to be a lot more expensive. The quote we received from Mr. Drake was very reasonable, we didn't get another bid. The job went well. Trees were removed turned into wood chips and hauled off. Job went a...
Tree Work By Mitch Drake & Sons
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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

Although it’s possible, heavy machinery like a crane is necessary for removing an entire tree stump and all. This procedure is extremely costly, time-consuming, and usually unnecessary, as there are plenty of convenient and affordable stump removal options.

Your best bet, if you want to be sure to remove a tree and its stump efficiently, is to speak with a professional. They’ll be able to walk you through the entire process.

Local tree removal prices range from $200 to $2,000 overall, but vary depending on:

Local cost of labor and supplies
Accessibility of the tree
Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree
The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)
Local seasonal discounts for the off-season

The dormant season between winter and late spring, when all the leaves have fallen off, is the best time of year to cut down a tree. Frozen earth is actually preferable for tree removal because it won’t disturb the surrounding landscape as much as it would if you removed the tree during warmer months.

Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in removing the tree's stump. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.

Yes, in most municipalities, arborists or tree surgeons need to hold an arborist’s license, which usually requires specialized education and specific experience. Certified arborists must also pass an exam from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA). In addition to a license, you should always confirm that the tree surgeon you’re hiring is fully insured, as this can help you avoid legal problems if the professional gets injured on your property. Keep in mind that some municipalities require tree removal and other services to be completed by a licensed arborist.

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