Tree service price guide builder

You may worry that prices scare people off. A "from" price does the opposite for the right customer: it answers their first question and tells them you are upfront. The people it scares off are mostly the ones who wanted a job done for far less than you charge, and those calls rarely turn into work.

It is the price for the simplest, easiest version of that job. Good access, nothing under the tree, no hazards. Anything harder costs more. Always say next to it that the final price comes after a free on-site or photo estimate, so nobody feels tricked.

Start from what an easy job of that size really costs you, then add your margin. Our tree job estimator works this out from your crew hours, equipment, fees and overhead. Your "from" price should be a price you would happily do a simple job for, not a teaser you never charge.

Point back to the guide. It says the price is a starting point and lists what raises it: access, structures, power lines, dead wood, cranes. Walk them through which ones apply to their tree. Being clear early helps avoid many of these arguments.

They can get your prices with one phone call today, so publishing them changes little. A starting price is not your whole price list. Customers also choose on trust, speed of reply, reviews and insurance, not only on price.

Per inch is easy for a customer to understand: measure across the stump and multiply. The minimum charge makes sure a small stump still covers your drive, setup and cleanup. This tool uses whichever is higher.

Each one is a percent you add for something that makes the job harder. You can add the percents together (simple) or stack them (each one applies on top of the last, which gives a higher number). Pick the way you already think about pricing. The quote helper shows the math.

On a pricing page on your website, in the services part of your Google Business Profile, in replies to new leads, and printed in the truck or left with an estimate. Use the same prices everywhere so customers see one clear story.

No. It is a quick starting figure from your own guide, to give a caller a ballpark on the phone. Always check the tree on site or from photos before you give a firm price.

When your costs change: fuel, dump fees, wages, insurance or equipment. A good habit is to check them at the start of each busy season. Change the numbers here, print a fresh copy and update your website and Google profile at the same time.

No. Everything runs in your browser. Your prices are only kept in this browser on this device so the form is filled in next time. Clear your browser data to remove them.