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Tree Service in Greenville, SC

Compare 8 local tree service pros. Typical service: $232–$650.

Top Tree Service Companies in Greenville

  1. 1.Greenville Tree Co.

    5.0★ (439 reviews)

    5.0★ from 439 reviews

    +18645209084Website

  2. 2.Swamp Rabbit Tree Co

    5.0★ (49 reviews)

    5.0★ from 49 reviews

    +18647357436Website

  3. 3.U.S. Lawns- Greenville SC

    3.8★ (31 reviews)

    3.8★ from 31 reviews

    +18646270350Website

  4. 4.Down to Earth Stump Grinding and Tree Care

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +18647357436Website

  5. 5.Greenville Stump Grinding

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +18646738003Website

  6. 6.Upstate Tree Removal Greenville

    +18553213134

  7. 7.Urgent Tree Removal & Trimming

  8. 8.Emerald City Tree Service

    +18645148124Website

Tree Service Cost in Greenville

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

ServiceTypical range in Greenville
Tree trimming$232–$650/job
Tree removal$372–$1,394/job
Stump grinding$139–$418/job
Storm damage removal$465–$1,858/job

Tree Service prices in Greenville run about 7% 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 8 companies serving Greenville, rated 4.8★ on average across 534 customer reviews.

Greenville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Greenville's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
March 28
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
50.77"
Heating degree days
3,287
Cooling degree days
1,643
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan31.2°49.9°4.11"
Feb33.7°53.1°4.01"
Mar39.8°61.6°4.61"
Apr48.5°71.7°3.61"
May57.9°79.1°3.79"
Jun67°85.6°4.62"
Jul70.4°88.8°4.9"
Aug69.4°87.9°4.66"
Sep61.8°81.1°4.32"
Oct50.7°71.4°3.78"
Nov41.7°61.7°4.15"
Dec34°51.7°4.21"

NOAA station data 1.1 miles from Greenville.

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 Greenville

How much does tree trimming cost in Greenville?

Tree trimming in Greenville typically runs $232-$650 per job.

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

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

How many tree services cover Greenville?

We track 8 tree professionals serving Greenville.

How does Greenville rainfall affect tree work?

Greenville averages 50.77 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Greenville trees keep growing?

With 1,643 cooling degree days and summer highs near 89F, Greenville trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

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

Tree work in Greenville runs about -7.1% versus the national average.

Do Greenville trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 31F and 3,287 heating degree days set how much Greenville trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Greenville?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Greenville means after the first frost around November 10 and before spring growth starts.