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Tree Service in Salt Lake City, UT

Compare 9 local tree service pros. Typical service: $292–$817.

Top Tree Service Companies in Salt Lake City

  1. 1.SavATree

    4.6★ (378 reviews)

    4.6★ from 378 reviews

    +18014848733Website

  2. 2.Sterling Tree Company

    5.0★ (187 reviews)

    5.0★ from 187 reviews

    +13158636747Website

  3. 3.Hidden Oak Tree Care

    4.8★ (164 reviews)

    4.8★ from 164 reviews

    +18012621596Website

  4. 4.Summit Arborists

    5.0★ (94 reviews)

    5.0★ from 94 reviews

    +14356319799Website

  5. 5.Rent A Monkey Tree Service

    4.9★ (91 reviews)

    4.9★ from 91 reviews

    +18018954676Website

  6. 6.Tree Masters LLC

    5.0★ (83 reviews)

    5.0★ from 83 reviews

    +13852767782Website

  7. 7.A Swedin Tree Expert

    4.9★ (66 reviews)

    4.9★ from 66 reviews

    +18019739292Website

  8. 8.Organic Choice Tree and Lawn Care

    4.9★ (57 reviews)

    4.9★ from 57 reviews

    +18018459136Website

  9. 9.Up High Tree Care

    3.3★ (4 reviews)

    3.3★ from 4 reviews

    Website

Tree Service Cost in Salt Lake City

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

ServiceTypical range in Salt Lake City
Tree trimming$292–$817/job
Tree removal$467–$1,751/job
Stump grinding$175–$525/job
Storm damage removal$584–$2,334/job

Tree Service prices in Salt Lake City run about 17% 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 9 companies serving Salt Lake City, rated 4.7★ on average across 1,124 customer reviews.

Salt Lake City Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Salt Lake City's weather means for scheduling tree service.

Last spring frost
April 20
First fall frost
October 23
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,607
Cooling degree days
1,159
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21.6°37.4°1.25"
Feb25.2°43.2°1.25"
Mar33.6°53.7°1.79"
Apr39.5°61.6°1.99"
May47.8°71.9°1.95"
Jun56.4°83°0.98"
Jul64.7°92.6°0.61"
Aug63.4°90.5°0.69"
Sep53°79.2°1.21"
Oct41.3°64.7°1.52"
Nov30.6°49.4°1.45"
Dec22.6°38°1.41"

NOAA station data 1.83 miles from Salt Lake City.

Permits & Regulations in UT

  • Utah does not license arborists as a distinct trade
  • Tree work is licensed through DOPL specialty contractor classifications under the Construction Trades Licensing Act
  • Treating trees with pesticides for hire requires a UDAF commercial pesticide applicator license

License required: No state arborist license; DOPL specialty classification plus UDAF license for treatment

Sources: dopl.utah.gov, ag.utah.gov

Tree Service FAQs for Salt Lake City

How much does tree trimming cost in Salt Lake City?

Tree trimming in Salt Lake City typically runs $292-$817 per job.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Salt Lake City, UT?

In UT, Utah does not license arborists as a distinct trade. Check Salt Lake City ordinances before removal, since tree rules are usually municipal rather than statewide.

How many tree services cover Salt Lake City?

We track 9 tree professionals serving Salt Lake City.

How does Salt Lake City rainfall affect tree work?

Salt Lake City averages 16.1 inches a year, and saturated ground is when weakened root plates fail, which is why storm calls cluster after heavy rain.

How long do Salt Lake City trees keep growing?

With 1,159 cooling degree days and summer highs near 93F, Salt Lake City trees put on growth for much of the year, so trimming intervals here are shorter than in cold climates.

Is tree work in Salt Lake City more expensive than the national average?

Tree work in Salt Lake City runs about +16.7% versus the national average.

Do Salt Lake City trees face winter damage?

Winter lows near 22F and 5,607 heating degree days set how much Salt Lake City trees risk limb loss from cold and ice loading.

When should I prune trees in Salt Lake City?

Dormant pruning works best, which in Salt Lake City means after the first frost around October 23 and before spring growth starts.