Pricing Guide · Updated 2026
Tree Removal Cost in Louisiana: What You Should Actually Pay
Most Louisiana tree removals cost $600 to $2,200, averaging about $1,100. Small ornamentals start near $250; a heritage live oak needing a crane can run $4,500 or more.
Tree removal cost by size
Height and trunk diameter set the baseline. These are the ranges we quote across Acadiana for a standard removal including cutting, rigging, and full debris haul-off. Stump grinding is priced separately.
| Tree size | Typical species | Price range |
|---|---|---|
| Small tree — under 25 ft | Crape myrtle, young pine, ornamental plum | $250 – $600 |
| Medium tree — 25 to 50 ft | Water oak, hackberry, mature pear | $600 – $1,200 |
| Large tree — 50 to 75 ft | Mature live oak, loblolly pine, pecan | $1,200 – $2,200 |
| Very large tree — 75 ft and up | Heritage live oak, tall cypress | $2,200 – $4,500+ |
Add-on costs: stumps, cranes, and haul-off
These are the line items that make two quotes for the same tree look wildly different. Ask every company which of these are included before comparing numbers.
Stump grinding
$100 – $400 per stumpPriced by diameter; ground 8–12 in. below grade with backfill.
Crane assist
+$500 – $1,500Needed when there's no safe drop zone — tight lots, over a roof or pool.
Debris haul-off
IncludedWe don't leave brush at the curb. Firewood cut and stacked on request.
Emergency / after-hours
+25% – 50%Storm-damage response outside normal scheduling.
Limited access (hand carry)
+$150 – $500Narrow drives and back lots take longer and more crew.
Six things that move the price
Height and trunk diameter
The single biggest driver. Doubling height roughly quadruples the wood volume that has to come down and go out.
Proximity to structures
A tree in an open pasture gets felled in one piece. The same tree between a house and a fence gets climbed and lowered in 20 pieces — that's labor.
Health and lean
A dead or leaning tree is less predictable and often needs a crane, which raises the price even though the tree is smaller.
Power lines
If the canopy contacts the primary line, work waits on a utility disconnect. That's scheduling cost, not just cutting cost.
Access for equipment
Whether a bucket truck or chipper can reach the tree changes the crew size and the day count.
What you want left behind
Stump ground and backfilled, wood hauled, chips kept for mulch — each choice moves the number.
When a low bid costs you more
- Ask for a certificate of insurance naming general liability and workers' compensation. Without both, an injury on your property can become your liability.
- Get the scope in writing: stump included or not, wood hauled or left, ruts repaired or not.
- Be wary of door-knockers after a storm who want cash up front. Twin Oaks bills after the work is finished and inspected with you.
Tree removal cost questions
What is the average tree removal cost in Louisiana?
Most Louisiana homeowners pay between $600 and $2,200 to remove a single tree, with a statewide average near $1,100. Small ornamentals start around $250; a large heritage oak requiring a crane can exceed $4,500.
Why do quotes for the same tree vary so much?
Usually because they cover different work. One price may exclude stump grinding and debris haul-off while another includes both. Always compare line items, and confirm the company carries general liability and workers' compensation — an uninsured crew's injury on your property can become your claim.
Does insurance cover tree removal?
Homeowners insurance typically covers removal when a tree falls on a covered structure, often with a per-tree cap of $500 to $1,000. A healthy standing tree you simply want gone is not covered. After a storm, photograph the damage before anything is cut.
Is it cheaper to remove a tree in winter?
Somewhat. Late fall through winter is slower season in Acadiana, crews have more availability, and bare canopies are faster to dismantle. Prices after a named storm run the other direction because demand spikes.
Do you charge for an estimate?
No. Estimates are free, given on-site, and written down with each line item priced. The number we write is the number you pay unless you change the scope.
Want the real number for your tree?
Estimates are free and written on-site. Give us a name and phone number and we'll come look — no obligation, no pressure.