Charleston · Mount Pleasant · Summerville · North Charleston
Tree Service in Charleston, SC
One call connects you with an insured, locally owned crew for a free quote on tree removal, storm damage, tree trimming and stump grinding.
Free, no-obligation quotes from insured, locally owned crews
20
Lowcountry communities covered
$0
To call and get a quote
4
Tree services, one number
6 mo
Of hurricane season every year
Standing, leaning or already down
What do you need done?
Emergency Tree Removal
Fallen trees on roofs, cars, fences or driveways after storms and hurricanes. If a line is down, call 911 and your power company first.
What to do right nowTree Removal
Safe removal of dead, leaning, storm-damaged or unwanted trees, including cleanup.
Learn moreTree Trimming & Pruning
Crown thinning, deadwood removal and clearance from roofs and lines.
Learn moreStump Grinding
Grinding stumps below grade so you can replant, sod or build.
Learn moreNot sure if it's trim or remove?
Describe it on the phone. The crew tells you on site whether removing a few limbs is enough.
Know the ballpark before anyone shows up
What tree work costs in Charleston
Every tree is priced on site, but these are the local averages, and these four things move your number up or down. The tree removal guide has the full breakdown.
- Height and trunk sizeBigger trees mean more climbing, rigging and haul-away.
- How close it is to the houseLimbs over a roof are lowered piece by piece on ropes.
- Power lines nearbyEnergized lines bring in the utility and trained crews.
- Access for equipmentEquipment that cannot reach the tree means more climbing and hand work.
Average tree removal cost · Charleston, SC
Source: LawnStarter, Charleston tree care. Your exact price comes from a free on-site quote.
Three steps, zero runaround
How one call gets a crew to your yard
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Step 1 of 3
You call and describe the job
What kind of tree, where it is, and whether it is urgent. Two minutes on the phone.
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Step 2 of 3
We connect you to a local crew
An independent, insured tree company that already works in your part of the Lowcountry.
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Step 3 of 3
You get a free quote and decide
They look at the tree and give you a written price. No obligation to hire.
Charleston SC Tree Service is a referral service, not a tree care company. How it works
Whoever you end up hiring
How to choose a tree company in Charleston
Tree work is dangerous and expensive to get wrong. Before any professional crew starts on your property, check these four things. They apply to the companies we refer you to and to anyone else you call.
You can verify an arborist credential in the ISA arborist directory.
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Proof of insurance
Ask for a certificate of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. If a limb lands on your roof or a worker gets hurt, that is what pays.
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A written quote
It should list cleanup, haul-away and stump grinding, and say who pulls the permit if one is needed.
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An arborist for big trees
Before work on a big live oak or a tree worth saving, ask to have an ISA Certified Arborist assess it.
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No full payment up front
A deposit can be normal. Paying the whole job before work starts is a red flag, especially after a storm.
Live oaks, pines
and water oaks
Big trees, big storms, small lots
Why tree work matters in the Lowcountry
Charleston's live oaks, loblolly pines, water oaks and sabal palmettos grow large in sandy, wet soil, often a few feet from the house. Live oaks spread long, heavy limbs draped in Spanish moss, and the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30.
Start with dead limbs, hollow trunks and any tree that has started to lean. Having them checked before the season is easier than calling during a storm, when every crew in town is booked.
Some towns protect large trees. The tree removal guide lists the permit rules for Charleston, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston and the county.
Two minutes now saves a weekend later
Tell us about the tree
A local crew reaches out to schedule a free on-site quote. Tree on the house or blocking the driveway right now? Skip the form and call.
- Free quote, no obligation to hire
- Independent, insured, locally owned crews
- Routine jobs usually scheduled within days
Get your free quote
The online form is on its way. The fastest route to a free quote is a quick call: describe the job and get connected with a local crew.
Crews that already know your street
From Folly Beach to Moncks Corner
We refer tree service across the Tri-County area: Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties. That covers the peninsula and West Ashley, the islands from James and Johns Island to Daniel Island and Isle of Palms, and inland to North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek and Moncks Corner.
- Downtown Charleston
- West Ashley
- James Island
- Johns Island
- Daniel Island
- Mount Pleasant
- North Charleston
- Summerville
- Goose Creek
- Hanahan
- Ladson
- Moncks Corner
- Isle of Palms
- Sullivan's Island
- Folly Beach
- Kiawah Island
- Seabrook Island
- Ravenel
- Hollywood
- Awendaw
Straight answers before you call
Questions homeowners ask
Is this a tree service company?
No. Charleston SC Tree Service is a referral service. We connect you with independent, insured tree service companies that work in the Charleston area.
How much does it cost to use this service?
Nothing. The call and the quote are free for homeowners.
A tree just fell on my house. What do I do first?
Get everyone away from the tree and any downed lines. If anyone is hurt or a power line is down, call 911 and your power company first (Dominion Energy South Carolina or Berkeley Electric Cooperative, depending on your address). Then take photos for your insurance claim and call us to reach a crew that handles storm damage.
What is the cheapest time of year for tree removal?
There is no fixed discount season, but timing matters. Outside hurricane season, crews are less busy and routine work is easier to schedule. Right after a storm, demand spikes and emergency work costs more, so planned removals are best done before June.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
It depends on the town. The City of Charleston, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston and Charleston County each have their own rules, mostly for large protected trees. The tree removal page lists each office and its official rules.
How fast can a crew come out?
Routine removals and trimming are usually scheduled within days. After a storm, a tree on a house or blocking a driveway is handled as an emergency, depending on how many calls crews are getting.
What areas do you cover?
Charleston and nearby communities such as Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Summerville, Goose Creek, Hanahan. See the full list on the service areas page.
Before the next storm rolls in
Get that tree handled this week
One call, a local insured crew, and a free quote. You decide from there.