If a tree falls on your car or home, or leans too far, it is best to have it removed immediately. You will pay a different price for a tree service if you plan it a few weeks ahead of the one you need right away.
Urgent service will cost more than any rush job. Because technicians are required to take extra precautions not to cause more damage, the job is even more dangerous. Although prices for tree removal can vary based on situation and contractor, they can easily rise to $5,000.
Contractors should not be accused of price gouging. However, tree removal costs may rise following a natural disaster. Many people in your local area will need tree removal services in an emergency. The cost of removing a fallen tree from your home may be covered by your homeowners insurance.
Amount may be an option if you live in wooded areas and need to remove multiple trees. For example, a lightly wooded area could cost $500 to $2,500 per annum. A higher density tree can increase the cost by $3,000 to $6,000/annum.
Tree removal costs are not always determined by the tree. There may be other factors that can make the price go up. You may have to pay a travel surcharge if the contractor needs to drive heavy machinery from remote locations. Tree removal contractors will charge more to people who live in higher-cost areas.
Additionally, any difficulty in removing trees will result in a higher cost. This includes sloped yards and rocky or muddy soils, as well as weak branches. You might be charged 50% more if you have to remove a tree that is too dangerous to reach, or if the tree is located near power lines, your house or any other buildings.
Special machinery, such as cranes, must be used in these situations to prevent the fallen tree from damaging nearby structures. Tree removals that require cranes will cost at least $500 more.