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Tree Service in Columbia, SC

Compare 9 local tree service pros. Typical service: $197–$552.

Top Tree Service Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.Top Cut Tree Service

    4.9★ (197 reviews)

    4.9★ from 197 reviews

    +18037317718Website

  2. 2.Arbor Elite

    5.0★ (100 reviews)

    5.0★ from 100 reviews

    +18143101010Website

  3. 3.Tip Top Tree Service of Midlands, LLC

    4.8★ (79 reviews)

    4.8★ from 79 reviews

    +18036053355Website

  4. 4.Sox & Freeman Tree Expert Co

    4.7★ (76 reviews)

    4.7★ from 76 reviews

    +18032527294Website

  5. 5.Elite Tree Removal of Columbia

    5.0★ (47 reviews)

    5.0★ from 47 reviews

    +18037841777Website

  6. 6.Southeastern Tree Removal

    4.3★ (45 reviews)

    4.3★ from 45 reviews

    +18033319071Website

  7. 7.Edmonds Tree Services

    3.5★ (8 reviews)

    3.5★ from 8 reviews

    +18037861796

  8. 8.A Notch Above Tree Care

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18039839721Website

  9. 9.Steve trapp tree removal

    +18032970136

Tree Service Cost in Columbia

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
Tree trimming$197–$552/job
Tree removal$316–$1,184/job
Stump grinding$118–$355/job
Storm damage removal$395–$1,578/job

Tree Service prices in Columbia run about 21% 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 Columbia, rated 4.7★ on average across 553 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • South Carolina does not license arborists as a distinct trade
  • Tree work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated falls under Residential Specialty Contractor registration through the Residential Builders Commission
  • Applying pesticides for hire requires a Pesticide Business License from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation

License required: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov, www.clemson.edu

Tree Service FAQs for Columbia

How much does tree trimming cost in Columbia?

Tree trimming in Columbia typically runs $197-$552 per job.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Columbia, SC?

In SC, South Carolina does not license arborists as a distinct trade. Check Columbia ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.

How many tree services cover Columbia?

We track 9 tree professionals serving Columbia.

How does Columbia rainfall affect tree work?

Columbia averages 44.87 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Columbia trees keep growing?

With 2,025 cooling degree days and summer highs near 92F, Columbia trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

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

Tree work in Columbia runs about -21.1% versus the national average.

Do Columbia trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 33F and 2,658 heating degree days set how much Columbia trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Columbia?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Columbia means after the first frost around November 15 and before spring growth starts.