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Tree Service: What It Costs and What to Check
Published September 24, 2026 · Last updated October 1, 2026
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The short answer
Removing a tree costs about $750 on average. A big tree near your house or power lines can cost $10,000 or more.
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What affects your tree service price
Price range
Tree removal averages about $750. Large trees near power lines can cost more than $10,000. Not a quote or an offer. Your price comes from the tree service. Source: Angi, 2026.
What moves the number
- Height. Taller trees take more time, gear and people.
- How close it is to your house. If it can't just fall, it has to come down piece by piece.
- Power lines. Trees near lines need special crews.
- The stump. Grinding the stump is often extra.
- Cleanup. Hauling away the wood is sometimes extra too.
What to ask before you choose
- "Does the price include stump grinding and hauling the wood away?"
- "Can I see proof of liability and workers' comp insurance?" Tree work is dangerous. If a worker gets hurt on your land and the company isn't insured, you could be on the hook.
- "Do you have an ISA-certified arborist?" That's a tree expert certified by the International Society of Arboriculture.
- "Does my town need a permit to remove this tree?"
- "How will you protect my lawn, roof and driveway?"
The catch: if a tree is touching the power lines that run along the street, call your power company first. They often handle trees near their lines. Never try to trim near a power line yourself.
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