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Tree Service in Baton Rouge, LA

Compare 9 local tree service pros. Typical service: $241–$674.

Top Tree Service Companies in Baton Rouge

  1. 1.Bofinger's Tree Service

    5.0★ (347 reviews)

    5.0★ from 347 reviews

    +12257558088Website

  2. 2.Zachary Tree Service

    4.9★ (103 reviews)

    4.9★ from 103 reviews

    +12253512574Website

  3. 3.ABC TREE CO.

    4.2★ (37 reviews)

    4.2★ from 37 reviews

    +12259274348Website

  4. 4.LeBlanc's Tree & Stump Removal Inc

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +12253837316Website

  5. 5.Tree Service Baton Rouge

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +12254650883

  6. 6.Hayes tree service llc

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +12257882986

  7. 7.Garay tree service

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +14354012487

  8. 8.Baton Rouge Tree Service

    +12253803200

  9. 9.Tree Service of Greater Baton Rouge

    +12253665140Website

Tree Service Cost in Baton Rouge

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

ServiceTypical range in Baton Rouge
Tree trimming$241–$674/job
Tree removal$385–$1,445/job
Stump grinding$144–$433/job
Storm damage removal$482–$1,926/job

Tree Service prices in Baton Rouge run about 4% 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 Baton Rouge, rated 4.7★ on average across 500 customer reviews.

Baton Rouge Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Baton Rouge's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
March 1
First fall frost
November 28
Annual precipitation
59.14"
Heating degree days
1,688
Cooling degree days
2,632
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan40°61.1°5.29"
Feb43.2°64.6°5.27"
Mar49.1°71.6°4.33"
Apr55.7°78.4°4.26"
May64.5°85.4°4.7"
Jun70.4°90°7.03"
Jul72.6°91.6°4.63"
Aug72.1°91.9°5.36"
Sep67.4°88.3°4.39"
Oct56.7°80.5°4.35"
Nov48.5°71.6°4.18"
Dec41.8°63.4°5.35"

NOAA station data 5.63 miles from Baton Rouge.

Permits & Regulations in LA

  • Tree trimming and removal for hire in Louisiana requires an arborist license from the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry
  • The license is issued by the Horticulture Commission after an exam
  • Only qualified line-clearance tree trimmers may work within 10 feet of energized power lines under federal OSHA rules

License required: Louisiana LDAF arborist license

Sources: www.ldaf.louisiana.gov, www.osha.gov

Tree Service FAQs for Baton Rouge

How much does tree trimming cost in Baton Rouge?

Tree trimming in Baton Rouge typically runs $241-$674 per job.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Baton Rouge, LA?

In LA, Tree trimming and removal for hire in Louisiana requires an arborist license from the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry. Check Baton Rouge ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.

How many tree services cover Baton Rouge?

We track 9 tree professionals serving Baton Rouge.

How does Baton Rouge rainfall affect tree work?

Baton Rouge averages 59.14 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Baton Rouge trees keep growing?

With 2,632 cooling degree days and summer highs near 92F, Baton Rouge trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

Is tree work in Baton Rouge more expensive than the national average?

Tree work in Baton Rouge runs about -3.7% versus the national average.

Do Baton Rouge trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 40F and 1,688 heating degree days set how much Baton Rouge trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Baton Rouge?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Baton Rouge means after the first frost around November 28 and before spring growth starts.