Why Two Trees Cost Different Amounts
A 30-foot tree standing alone in an open yard is a straightforward job. We drop it in sections away from the house, feed the branches through the wood chipper, and the work stays near the low end of the range.
Now take a 40-foot tree leaning toward the house, with a fence on one side and a patio on the other. Every piece has to be lowered or carried out instead of dropped and dragged. That takes more time, more hands, and more care, and it can push the price toward the top of the range even though the tree is only a little bigger.
Condition counts as well. A dead, rotted, or storm-damaged tree has to be handled slowly because we can't trust the wood to hold. A healthy tree that is simply in the wrong spot goes faster. Before any climb we inspect our climbing and fall-protection gear, and anything worn or damaged comes out of service. That is part of the time on site, and we don't skip it to hit a lower number.
Power Lines and Tight Lots
On a tight lot, we mark a drop zone and keep ground workers out of it while anyone is cutting overhead. If the tree is near the house, fence, or a neighbor's property, the drop zone shrinks, and more of the tree has to come down in small, controlled pieces. Expect that to show up in the price.
Power lines add the most. If we can't keep at least 10 feet from electrical lines, we contact the utility to de-energize and ground them before anyone starts cutting. That adds coordination and can add waiting time. Tell us about lines near the tree when you call, so we plan for them from the start.
Stump Grinding Is Priced Separately
The $450 to $1,450 covers taking the tree down. The stump stays unless you ask for it to be ground. Grinding costs $267 to $494 per stump, and the diameter sets where it falls. A small stump sits at the low end, and a wide trunk base pushes toward the high end.
Put together, a tree and its stump come to roughly $717 to $1,944, depending on size and access. Budget for both if you want a clear yard.
Grinding can wait if the stump is out of the way. If you plan to plant in that spot or build over it, have it ground first so you aren't working around the old root mass later.
Getting a Number for Your Yard
We can't price a removal from a distance. The access, the lean, the clearance, and the tree's condition all change the cost, and none of them show up reliably in a photo. We look at the tree in person, tell you what we see, and quote that job.
We serve Hanford and the surrounding communities. If you are budgeting for a removal, set up a time for us to come out. If the tree is already damaged or leaning on something, say so on the call and we will treat it as urgent.
See the Work
A visual look at what the service involves.
How It Works
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Tell Us What You Need
Tell us what you need done and when — you'll get a straight answer, not a sales pitch.
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We Walk the Job
We come out, look at the space, and confirm exactly what the job involves.
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Know the Price First
You get the scope and the price in writing before any work starts. No surprises.
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The Job, Done Right
We do the job right the first time, clean up after ourselves, and stand behind the work.
Depending on what we find, that can mean:
- Make pruning cuts outside the branch bark ridge and branch collar; avoid flush cuts that damage stem tissue.
- For tree felling, assess the tree and work area, determine a retreat path, and control access around the operation.
What It Typically Costs
Ranges to budget around - every situation is priced on its own specifics.
$400–$900
Our Service Area
We work across Hanford, CA. Call (559) 794-9788 to confirm coverage for your address.
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Updated October 2026