How do I price a tree removal job?

Start with time. Walk the job and decide the crew size, the method and the hours: climbing or lift, rigging, cutting, chipping and cleanup. Be honest about slow parts like tight access or hauling wood far to the truck.

Multiply those hours by your cost per crew hour. That number should cover wages, taxes, insurance, truck and equipment costs, fuel and a share of office costs. If you do not know it yet, work it out before you quote another job.

Then add extras: disposal or dump fees, a crane or lift if needed, stump grinding if the customer wants it, permits and travel time. Add your profit last, so it is never an afterthought.

Hazards raise the price because they raise risk and time. Examples are trees over a house, trees near power lines, leaning or storm-loaded trees, or jobs with limited access. Work near power lines is for utility crews or other qualified line-clearance crews. If you are not qualified, do not bid it, and tell the customer to call the utility.

Write everything on the estimate, including what is and is not included. After the job, compare your real hours to your estimate and learn from it. Check local rules on permits. This is general information, not legal advice.