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Tree Service Prices in Gainesville, FL
Real ranges for the tree work we do most, so you know roughly what to expect before we visit. Every quote is free and written down, and the price you sign is the price you pay.
Gainesville Tree Removal Cost by Height
Height sets the base. Access sets the rest.
A tree’s height tells us how many cuts and how much rigging the job takes. What’s underneath decides how slowly those cuts have to come down. A 60-foot pine in an open lot near Archer is a quicker day than a 45-foot laurel oak leaning over a pool cage in Haile Plantation.
See the detail on tree removal in Gainesville, or the deeper guide to what tree removal costs here.
Tree Service Price List for Gainesville
Every service, one table.
Typical ranges for Gainesville and nearby Alachua County towns. Ranges, not quotes.
| Service | Typical range | What moves the price |
|---|---|---|
| Tree removal, under 30 ft | $350–$850 | Access, what’s under the tree, haul distance |
| Tree removal, 30–60 ft | $850–$1,800 | Rigging over roofs or pool cages, trunk diameter |
| Tree removal, 60 ft and up | $1,800–$3,500+ | Decay, lean, crane need, number of climbs |
| Crane-assisted removal | +$600–$1,800 | Crane size, setup space, power lines |
| Emergency or after-hours work | +25–50% | Night or weekend call-out, tree on a structure |
| Tree trimming & pruning | $175–$900 / tree | Size, how much comes out, climbing vs. bucket |
| Palm tree trimming | $85–$275 / palm | Palm height, species, seed pods and boots |
| Cabling & bracing | $350–$1,200 / tree | Number of cables or rods, climb height |
| Stump grinding | $95–$450 / stump | Stump diameter, surface roots, gate width |
| Land clearing | $1,800–$6,500+ / acre | Density, invasives, tree size, haul-off vs. mulch |
| Tree health check | Free with any estimate | Written hazard notes on request |
What Raises a Gainesville Tree Quote
Five things we look at first.
What’s underneath
Roofs, pool enclosures, fences, sheds and septic drain fields all mean smaller cuts and more rigging. Open yards are faster.
Rot inside the trunk
Hollow laurel and water oaks can’t be climbed the normal way, so they take more equipment or a crane. We check the base before pricing.
Reach and access
Narrow side gates, steep backyards and soft ground after rain change which machines can get in. Tight access is common in older neighborhoods near UF.
Power lines
Trees touching lines may need the utility to cut power first. That’s scheduling time, not always more cost.
How much leaves the property
Keeping firewood or chips on site can lower the price. Hauling everything away is included by default.
Tree Service Pricing Questions
Pricing questions, answered.
The ranges are what most Gainesville jobs land in. Your quote reflects the actual tree: its height and spread, how much rot is inside, what sits under it, whether a bucket truck or crane can reach it, and how far the debris has to be carried. The written number you get after the visit is the one you pay.
No. On-site estimates are free anywhere in Gainesville and the Alachua County towns we serve. Every visit includes a look at the tree’s health, and you get the price in writing before any work is scheduled.
Yes for removals. Brush is chipped, logs are hauled off and the yard is raked. If you want firewood or the chips left for mulch, tell us and we’ll leave them, which can lower the price.
Usually only when a tree falls on a covered structure such as the house, garage or a fence. A tree that comes down in the yard without hitting anything is often not covered. We document storm damage with photos so you have what the adjuster asks for.
No. A single palm or one stump is a real job to us. Small jobs are often cheapest when they’re added to another visit, so ask about bundling stump grinding or trimming with a removal.
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