Top Tree Service Companies in Philadelphia
6.Andrew F. Gillespie Tree Service, Landscape Design & Install
4.9★ (29 reviews)
4.9★ from 29 reviews
Tree Service Cost in Philadelphia
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Philadelphia |
|---|---|
| Tree trimming | $309–$865/job |
| Tree removal | $494–$1,853/job |
| Stump grinding | $185–$556/job |
| Storm damage removal | $618–$2,470/job |
Tree Service prices in Philadelphia run about 24% 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 10 companies serving Philadelphia, rated 4.7★ on average across 372 customer reviews.
Philadelphia Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Philadelphia's weather means for scheduling tree service.
- Last spring frost
- March 30
- First fall frost
- November 16
- Annual precipitation
- 48.51"
- Heating degree days
- 4,350
- Cooling degree days
- 1,474
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27.4° | 40.4° | 3.62" |
| Feb | 29.3° | 44.5° | 3.13" |
| Mar | 36.4° | 53.2° | 4.6" |
| Apr | 46° | 64.8° | 4.11" |
| May | 55.7° | 74.9° | 4.48" |
| Jun | 65.6° | 84.2° | 4.29" |
| Jul | 70.2° | 88° | 4.43" |
| Aug | 69.1° | 86.3° | 4.66" |
| Sep | 61.5° | 78.7° | 4.1" |
| Oct | 50.3° | 67.2° | 3.81" |
| Nov | 41.7° | 56.1° | 3.39" |
| Dec | 32.2° | 44.6° | 3.89" |
NOAA station data 4.08 miles from Philadelphia.
Permits & Regulations in PA
- Pennsylvania does not license arborists or tree services as a distinct trade
- Tree removal is governed by municipal tree ordinances rather than state law
- Treating trees with pesticides for hire requires a PA Department of Agriculture pesticide business license
License required: No state arborist license; PDA pesticide business license for chemical treatment
Sources: www.pa.gov
Tree Service FAQs for Philadelphia
How much does tree trimming cost in Philadelphia?
Tree trimming in Philadelphia typically runs $309-$865 per job.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Philadelphia, PA?
In PA, Pennsylvania does not license arborists or tree services as a distinct trade. Check Philadelphia ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.
How many tree services cover Philadelphia?
We track 10 tree professionals serving Philadelphia.
How does Philadelphia rainfall affect tree work?
Philadelphia averages 48.51 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.
How long do Philadelphia trees keep growing?
With 1,474 cooling degree days and summer highs near 88F, Philadelphia trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.
Is tree work in Philadelphia more expensive than the national average?
Tree work in Philadelphia runs about +23.5% versus the national average.
Do Philadelphia trees face winter damage?
Winter lows near 27F and 4,350 heating degree days set how much Philadelphia trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.
When should I prune trees in Philadelphia?
Dormant pruning works best, which in Philadelphia means after the first frost around November 16 and before spring growth starts.
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