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Tree Service in Worcester, MA

Compare 6 local tree service pros. Typical service: $263–$736.

Top Tree Service Companies in Worcester

  1. 1.Grin & Grind Stump Removal

    5.0★ (144 reviews)

    5.0★ from 144 reviews

  2. 2.Top Notch Tree Services

    4.9★ (42 reviews)

    4.9★ from 42 reviews

  3. 3.Rocha tree service

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

  4. 4.Worcester Tree Removal

  5. 5.Woo-Town Tree Service

  6. 6.CHAD&KHAI Tree Service

Tree Service Cost in Worcester

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

ServiceTypical range in Worcester
Tree trimming$263–$736/job
Tree removal$421–$1,578/job
Stump grinding$158–$473/job
Storm damage removal$526–$2,104/job

Tree Service prices in Worcester run about 5% above 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 6 companies serving Worcester, rated 5.0★ on average across 191 customer reviews.

Worcester Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Worcester's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 18
Annual precipitation
48.07"
Heating degree days
6,717
Cooling degree days
469
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan16.8°31.3°3.49"
Feb19.4°34.6°3.23"
Mar26.5°42.9°4.21"
Apr37°55.1°4.11"
May46.8°65.9°4.19"
Jun56°74.1°4.19"
Jul61.5°78.9°4.23"
Aug60.4°77.3°3.71"
Sep52.9°69.6°3.93"
Oct41.7°58.3°4.68"
Nov33°47.6°4.28"
Dec22.6°36.3°3.82"

NOAA station data 3.34 miles from Worcester.

Permits & Regulations in MA

  • Massachusetts does not license arborists as a distinct statewide trade
  • Tree work on owner-occupied homes of one to four units falls under Home Improvement Contractor registration
  • Treating trees with pesticides for hire requires an MDAR Applicator License with commercial certification

License required: No state arborist license; HIC registration plus MDAR license for treatment

Sources: www.mass.gov, www.mass.gov

Tree Service FAQs for Worcester

How much does tree trimming cost in Worcester?

Tree trimming in Worcester typically runs $263-$736 per job.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Worcester, MA?

In MA, Massachusetts does not license arborists as a distinct statewide trade. Check Worcester ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.

How many tree services cover Worcester?

We track 6 tree professionals serving Worcester.

How does Worcester rainfall affect tree work?

Worcester averages 48.07 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Worcester trees keep growing?

With 469 cooling degree days and summer highs near 79F, Worcester trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

Is tree work in Worcester more expensive than the national average?

Tree work in Worcester runs about +5.2% versus the national average.

Do Worcester trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 17F and 6,717 heating degree days set how much Worcester trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Worcester?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Worcester means after the first frost around October 18 and before spring growth starts.