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Tree Service Cost in Billings
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Billings |
|---|---|
| Tree trimming | $275–$769/job |
| Tree removal | $440–$1,649/job |
| Stump grinding | $165–$495/job |
| Storm damage removal | $550–$2,198/job |
Tree Service prices in Billings run about 10% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.
Quotes on this page come from 6 companies serving Billings, rated 4.9★ on average across 482 customer reviews.
Billings Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Billings's weather means for scheduling tree service.
- Last spring frost
- May 4
- First fall frost
- October 3
- Annual precipitation
- 13.66"
- Heating degree days
- 6,781
- Cooling degree days
- 637
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17.8° | 36.4° | 0.48" |
| Feb | 20.6° | 40.2° | 0.48" |
| Mar | 26.9° | 48.6° | 1.06" |
| Apr | 34.7° | 57.6° | 1.66" |
| May | 43.6° | 67.5° | 2.18" |
| Jun | 52.1° | 77.2° | 2.12" |
| Jul | 58.8° | 86.8° | 1.32" |
| Aug | 57.3° | 85.7° | 0.75" |
| Sep | 47.5° | 73.1° | 1.3" |
| Oct | 37.1° | 59.4° | 1.18" |
| Nov | 26.3° | 45.3° | 0.63" |
| Dec | 17.8° | 35.2° | 0.5" |
NOAA station data 1.33 miles from Billings.
Permits & Regulations in MT
- Montana has no state arborist license for tree trimming or removal
- Tree spraying or injection for hire is pesticide work requiring a Department of Agriculture commercial applicator license
- Ask for proof of liability insurance, since no state credential screens tree crews
License required: No state arborist license; applicator license for treatments
Sources: agr.mt.gov
Tree Service FAQs for Billings
How much does tree trimming cost in Billings?
Tree trimming in Billings typically runs $275-$769 per job.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Billings, MT?
In MT, Montana has no state arborist license for tree trimming or removal. Check Billings ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.
How many tree services cover Billings?
We track 6 tree professionals serving Billings.
How does Billings rainfall affect tree work?
Billings averages 13.66 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.
How long do Billings trees keep growing?
With 637 cooling degree days and summer highs near 87F, Billings trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.
Is tree work in Billings more expensive than the national average?
Tree work in Billings runs about +9.9% versus the national average.
Do Billings trees face winter damage?
Winter lows near 18F and 6,781 heating degree days set how much Billings trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.
When should I prune trees in Billings?
Dormant pruning works best, which in Billings means after the first frost around October 3 and before spring growth starts.
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