Tree Removal in Knoxville, TN — Free Estimates, Licensed & Insured

Tree removal in the Knoxville area typically ranges from $300 for a small ornamental tree to $2,500+ for a large hardwood near a structure. Price depends on the tree’s height, trunk diameter, species (White Oak and Tulip Poplar are common giants here), accessibility, and whether stump grinding is included. We always provide a free, written estimate before any work begins, so you know exactly what you’re paying for.

In the Knoxville and East Tennessee market, the average tree removal job runs $400 to $1,200, depending mostly on tree size and access. A standard 40–50 foot Tulip Poplar in an open yard usually lands around $500–$800. A large White Oak near a structure can run $1,500–$3,000+ because of the rigging and crane work required. Most tree services in Knox County, including ours, offer free written estimates so you know the exact price before any work starts.

Late winter — January through February — is typically the cheapest time of year for tree removal in Tennessee. Demand drops after the holidays, and local tree services often discount to keep crews busy. Trees are dormant with no leaves, making the work faster and safer — which means lower labor cost passed on to you. Avoid spring and post-storm windows when demand spikes and prices can rise 15–30%.

A $1,000 tree removal in Knoxville typically covers a 40–60 foot hardwood — like a medium White Oak, Tulip Poplar, or Maple — in a reasonably accessible yard, often with basic stump grinding included. Smaller ornamentals under 30 feet usually run $300–$600. Anything over 60 feet, near power lines, or tight to a house pushes into the $1,500–$3,000+ range due to crane and rigging requirements. Always get a written estimate that breaks down cut, cleanup, and stump separately.

Yes — every estimate is free with no obligation. We come out to your property, look at the tree, check access for our equipment, and give you a clear written quote on the spot. We service Knoxville, Farragut, Powell, Bearden, and the surrounding Knox County communities.

Absolutely. We carry full general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and we’re licensed to operate in the state of Tennessee. We’re happy to share our certificate of insurance before any work begins — that’s your protection, and it’s how it should be done.

Most residential tree removals in Knoxville take 2 to 6 hours from start to cleanup. A small to medium tree in an open yard can be done in a couple of hours. Large hardwoods close to a house, fence, or power line take longer because we rig and lower sections piece by piece. We give you a realistic time estimate when we quote the job.

Yes — that’s exactly what experienced climbers and crane work are for. When a tree is leaning toward your roof, deck, or power line, we use rigging, controlled cuts, and (when needed) crane assistance to remove it section by section. We’ve done countless removals tight to homes throughout West Knoxville and Sequoyah Hills.

By default, we haul everything away and leave your yard cleaner than we found it. If you’d like to keep the wood for firewood — Tennessee Oak and Hickory both burn excellent — just let us know and we’ll cut it to length and stack it. Brush and small limbs go through the chipper.

Yes — 24/7 emergency response across Knox County. East Tennessee gets hit by spring thunderstorms and winter ice events that bring trees down on homes, cars, and power lines. Call (865) 348-3063 any hour and we’ll get a crew rolling. If it’s an active power-line situation, call your utility first, then us.

Stump grinding uses a powerful machine to chew the stump down 6–12 inches below grade so you can re-sod, replant, or just be done with it. We highly recommend it — leftover stumps in East Tennessee soil attract carpenter ants, termites, and fungal diseases like oak wilt that can spread to nearby healthy trees.

Most mature hardwoods in our area benefit from professional pruning every 3 to 5 years, with younger trees trained more frequently. We recommend trimming in late winter or early spring before bud break — it’s easier on the tree and gives you the best results before storm season hits the Tennessee Valley.

We serve all of Knox County and surrounding areas — including West Knoxville, North Knoxville, South Knoxville, Farragut, Bearden, Sequoyah Hills, Rocky Hill, Powell, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Lenoir City, and Sevierville. If you’re within about 30 miles of downtown Knoxville, we’re likely your guys.