The first question almost every Knoxville homeowner asks: "What's it going to cost to take that tree down?" The honest answer for Knox County in 2026 is $250 to $5,500+, with most residential removals landing between $500 and $2,500. Here's exactly what determines where your tree falls in that range.
Knoxville Tree Removal Cost by Size
Small trees (under 30 ft): $250–$650. Dogwoods, small Bradford pears, ornamentals, young pines. Usually completed in 1–2 hours including cleanup.
Medium trees (30–60 ft): $650–$1,400. Most yard trees fall here — mid-size maples, sweetgums, hickories, white pines. A typical half-day job.
Large trees (60–80 ft): $1,400–$2,800. Mature hardwoods that require technical rigging and a full crew. Full-day jobs.
Extra-large or hazardous (80 ft+): $2,800–$5,500+. Heritage oaks, dead trees over structures, crane-assisted removals. Often multi-day with specialized equipment.
What Adds to the Cost
Proximity to a structure or power line, lack of truck and chipper access, dead or decayed condition (higher risk = higher cost), need for a crane, stump grinding, log haul-off (vs. leaving for firewood), and KUB coordination for trees near primary lines.
What Lowers the Cost
Open access for trucks, healthy tree with predictable wood, willingness to keep logs on-site as firewood, scheduling in our slower months (December–February), and bundling multiple trees into one visit.
Beware of Lowball Quotes
If a Knoxville tree removal quote comes in 40% below everyone else, it's almost certainly from an uninsured operator. Tree work is the most dangerous trade in America — uninsured crews mean your homeowners policy pays for any injury or property damage that happens on your job. Save the $400 in the wrong place and you can lose $40,000.
Knoxville Tree Service Pricing Table
| Service | Typical Price Range | What's Included |
|---|---|---|
| Small Tree Removal | $250 – $650 | Trees under 30 ft tall — Bradford pears, dogwoods, small pines. |
| Medium Tree RemovalPopular | $650 – $1,400 | 30–60 ft trees with standard access — most yard removals. |
| Large Tree Removal | $1,400 – $2,800 | 60–80 ft mature hardwoods, technical rigging required. |
| Extra-Large / Hazard | $2,800 – $5,500+ | 80 ft+ oaks, dead trees over structures, crane jobs. |
| Stump Grinding | $95 – $400 | Per stump, varies by diameter. Discounts on multiples. |
| Tree Trimming (per tree) | $200 – $850 | Crown cleaning, deadwood, and clearance pruning. |
Prices are estimates for residential properties in Knox County. Final pricing depends on access, hazards, and cleanup scope. All work includes complete debris cleanup. Free written estimate required for binding pricing.
What's Always Included
- Free written, on-site estimate with no obligation
- $1M+ general liability insurance and workers' comp documentation
- ISA Certified Arborist oversight on every job
- Complete debris cleanup — brush chipped, logs hauled or stacked
- Lawn protection mats under heavy equipment
- Same-crew completion (no subcontractors)
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