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Tree Service in Charleston, SC

Compare 7 local tree service pros. Typical service: $215–$601.

Top Tree Service Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Canopy Tree Care

    4.9★ (90 reviews)

    4.9★ from 90 reviews

    +18435769766Website

  2. 2.Charleston Tree Company, LLC

    4.9★ (25 reviews)

    4.9★ from 25 reviews

    +18438600634Website

  3. 3.The Charleston Arborist

    5.0★ (16 reviews)

    5.0★ from 16 reviews

    +18432209699Website

  4. 4.Natural Directions Llc

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18334533516

  5. 5.Arbor Tree Care

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18437798929Website

  6. 6.Chucktown Tree

    +18439206541Website

  7. 7.Tree Clinic Garden Clinic

    +18437236032Website

Tree Service Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Tree trimming$215–$601/job
Tree removal$343–$1,287/job
Stump grinding$129–$386/job
Storm damage removal$429–$1,716/job

Tree Service prices in Charleston run about 14% 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 7 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.2★ on average across 133 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

  • South Carolina does not license arborists as a distinct trade
  • Tree work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated falls under Residential Specialty Contractor registration through the Residential Builders Commission
  • Applying pesticides for hire requires a Pesticide Business License from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation

License required: SC Residential Specialty Contractor registration (work over $500)

Sources: llr.sc.gov, www.clemson.edu

Tree Service FAQs for Charleston

How much does tree trimming cost in Charleston?

Tree trimming in Charleston typically runs $215-$601 per job.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Charleston, SC?

In SC, South Carolina does not license arborists as a distinct trade. Check Charleston ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.

How many tree services cover Charleston?

We track 7 tree professionals serving Charleston.

How does Charleston rainfall affect tree work?

Charleston averages 44.42 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Charleston trees keep growing?

With 2,375 cooling degree days and summer highs near 88F, Charleston trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

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

Tree work in Charleston runs about -14.2% versus the national average.

Do Charleston trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 43F and 1,736 heating degree days set how much Charleston trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Charleston?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Charleston means after the first frost around December 23 and before spring growth starts.