How to Estimate What Dropping a Tree Will Cost

Dropping trees should be done by professionals.

Dropping a tree is another way of saying cutting down and removing a tree. Many services exist to professionally and safely remove trees of varying sizes. At the costs can vary widely anywhere from under $200 to well over $1,000 dollars when including additional fees and services. You can get a rough estimate yourself by considering a few items but you can also consult a tree removal service for an estimate in person.

Instructions

1. Determine whether the tree is on public property or is considered protected by a federal or state law or town ordinance. Your local town government should provide this information to residents. In some cases an arborist may have to inspect the tree; these consultant fees can vary widely.

2. Estimate the height of the tree to be dropped. Use nearby buildings as a gauge for how tall a tree might be if buildings are around. The taller the tree, the more expensive the cost will be. For example a tree under 30 feet is often at the lower end of the pricing while a 100 foot tree is at the highest end of pricing. Trees in between will vary in price.

3. Note if there are utility lines, poles, and buildings/structures touching or very close to the tree. The closer the tree is to these structures, the higher the cost will be.

4. Factor in additional costs such as stump destruction, branch chipping and removal of the debris. Some companies will include these services while others may charge a fee based on the size of the stump, amount of branches and amount of debris to clean up.

Tips & Warnings

• Look for tree removal companies that are licensed and insured.

References

• Cost Helper: Estimating Tree Removal Costs