What rigging means
Rigging is using ropes, blocks and friction devices to lower cut pieces of a tree under control instead of dropping them.
Where it matters on a tree service job
Trees over houses, fences and wires need rigging, which takes more crew time and gear. It is the main reason two similar sized trees can be priced very differently.
What it costs
The tree removal cost guide has the typical job at $750 and the usual range at $400 to $1,200. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The tree removal cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Tree removal cost calculator
- Cost guide: Tree removal cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free tree service resources