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Tree Service in Columbus, OH

Compare 9 local tree service pros. Typical service: $247–$692.

Top Tree Service Companies in Columbus

  1. 1.Kevin Masters Arborist Services

    4.9★ (281 reviews)

    4.9★ from 281 reviews

    +16146191569Website

  2. 2.Duffey Tree Care

    5.0★ (138 reviews)

    5.0★ from 138 reviews

    +18787887337Website

  3. 3.Columbus Tree Care

    5.0★ (99 reviews)

    5.0★ from 99 reviews

    +16145587344Website

  4. 4.Ahlum & Arbor Tree Preservation

    4.5★ (94 reviews)

    4.5★ from 94 reviews

    +16148765622Website

  5. 5.Wright Way Tree Care

    4.9★ (60 reviews)

    4.9★ from 60 reviews

    +16149055277Website

  6. 6.Blue Ring Residential Services

    4.4★ (56 reviews)

    4.4★ from 56 reviews

    +16146336770Website

  7. 7.Ely's Tree Services

    4.9★ (20 reviews)

    4.9★ from 20 reviews

    +16149666893

  8. 8.Capital Tree Service LLC

    5.0★ (16 reviews)

    5.0★ from 16 reviews

    +16148430181

  9. 9.Stephensons Tree Service

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16148881099Website

Tree Service Cost in Columbus

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Columbus
Tree trimming$247–$692/job
Tree removal$395–$1,482/job
Stump grinding$148–$445/job
Storm damage removal$494–$1,976/job

Tree Service prices in Columbus run about 1% below 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 9 companies serving Columbus, rated 4.8★ on average across 765 customer reviews.

Columbus Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbus's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
April 15
First fall frost
October 26
Annual precipitation
39.31"
Heating degree days
5,250
Cooling degree days
1,034
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan22.6°36.5°2.73"
Feb25°40.6°2.25"
Mar32.7°51.1°3.02"
Apr42.6°63.5°3.4"
May52.2°72.9°4.17"
Jun61.5°81.6°4.01"
Jul65.5°84.9°4.79"
Aug64.1°83.7°3.32"
Sep56.5°77°2.84"
Oct45°65.1°2.61"
Nov36.1°52.6°3.2"
Dec26.8°40.1°2.97"

NOAA station data 5.73 miles from Columbus.

Permits & Regulations in OH

  • Ohio does not license arborists or tree services as a distinct trade
  • Tree removal is governed by municipal tree ordinances rather than state law
  • Treating trees with pesticides for hire requires Ohio Department of Agriculture applicator licensing

License required: No state arborist license; ODA applicator license for chemical treatment

Sources: agri.ohio.gov

Tree Service FAQs for Columbus

How much does tree trimming cost in Columbus?

Tree trimming in Columbus typically runs $247-$692 per job.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Columbus, OH?

In OH, Ohio does not license arborists or tree services as a distinct trade. Check Columbus ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.

How many tree services cover Columbus?

We track 9 tree professionals serving Columbus.

How does Columbus rainfall affect tree work?

Columbus averages 39.31 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Columbus trees keep growing?

With 1,034 cooling degree days and summer highs near 85F, Columbus trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

Is tree work in Columbus more expensive than the national average?

Tree work in Columbus runs about -1.2% versus the national average.

Do Columbus trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 23F and 5,250 heating degree days set how much Columbus trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Columbus?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Columbus means after the first frost around October 26 and before spring growth starts.