2026 Cost Guide
A plain-English breakdown of what goes into a tree removal price — so you know what to expect before a crew ever shows up.
What Affects Price
Two trees that look about the same size can cost very different amounts to remove. The biggest factors:
By the Numbers
These are the same ranges we quote on our tree removal page, based on the jobs we actually run in Washington, IN and Daviess County — not national averages.
| Tree size | Typical cost range |
|---|---|
| Small (under 30 ft) | $150–$450 |
| Medium (30–60 ft) | $450–$1,200 |
| Large (60–80 ft) | $800–$1,500 |
| Very large (80+ ft) | $1,000–$2,000+ |
| Emergency / storm damage | Up to $5,000, depending on complexity |
These are general ranges, not a quote — the exact price depends on your tree's size, condition, and access. Every job gets a free, written estimate before any work starts.
Storm and emergency jobs — a tree that's already down, or actively leaning on a structure or power line — don't follow the standard size-based ranges above. Daviess County has real storm history behind that: the November 17, 2013 EF2 tornado damaged or destroyed roughly 20 homes in the Washington, Indiana area, and every storm since has left its share of downed and split trees behind. Emergency pricing runs Up to $5,000, depending on complexity, depending on how complicated the job is — call and describe the situation so we can gauge it accurately.
Before You Start
Some properties — especially near a property line, easement, or protected tree — may need a permit before a tree comes down, and that varies by exact location, not just by town. We check what applies to your specific property during your free estimate, rather than guessing. We also carry insurance coverage on every job, which matters most on removals working near a house, fence, or power line, where something going wrong would otherwise be your liability, not ours.
Should You DIY?
A small ornamental tree or sapling you can reach from the ground is sometimes a reasonable DIY job if you have the right tools and experience. Anything taller than that — especially a tree near a house, fence, driveway, or power line, or one that's already leaning or storm-damaged — is a different category of risk. Tree removal is one of the more dangerous jobs a homeowner can attempt: a misjudged cut or an unexpected lean can total a vehicle, take down a power line, or worse. When in doubt, get a free assessment before you pick up a chainsaw.
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