An estimate is a planning-stage range you can get in seconds, before a crew ever sees your property — different from a formal on-site quote, which accounts for your tree's exact lean, exact site hazards, and your local labor market. Here's what a species-neutral estimate looks like across a realistic size range, at open, easy access.
| Tree size | Typical diameter | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|
| Small (~20 ft) | 8 in trunk | $225–$375 |
| Medium (~35 ft) | 14 in trunk | $352–$537 |
| Large (~55 ft) | 20 in trunk | $622–$949 |
| Very large (~75 ft) | 28 in trunk | $973–$1,486 |
| Oversized, crane likely (~95 ft) | 36 in trunk | $1,842–$2,824 (crane fee included) |
"Other/not sure" species, open access, no stump removal. Real hardwoods run higher, palms run lower — use the full calculator for a number specific to your tree.
An estimate, like the one above or from the calculator, is built from your description of the tree (height, diameter, species, access) and published cost data — useful for budgeting and for sanity-checking a bid before you get one. A quote is a specific dollar figure from a contractor who has physically looked at your tree, your property, and any hazards (fences, roofs, wires, slope) that a description alone can't fully capture. Get an estimate first to know what's realistic; get 2-3 quotes before you sign anything.
Use the full calculator with your tree's real height, diameter, species, and access.
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