How to start a tree removal business?
Summary
Starting a tree removal business involves several key steps. Forum users emphasize the importance of gaining proper training and experience due to the high-risk nature of the work. Securing adequate insurance is crucial, and having the right equipment, such as saws, climbing gear, a truck, and a chipper, is also essential for profitability. Some users suggest starting with smaller jobs and gradually expanding as you gain more experience and resources.
Here's what our forum users are saying:
- "Your best bet is to get on the job training with a reputable tree service in your area...It isnt an easy thing to learn...Its a skill that is best to be taught by a highly experienced climber and it takes time to become proficient and safe in climbing." -- JS Landscaping, Lawnsite.com
- "After you learn how to climb and cut down trees without killing yourself or others you'll need equipment...A truck and a chipper are a must if you want to make a profit and don't even think about going without insurance. Also, make sure you're insured is for tree work specifically!!" -- polecat63, Lawnsite.com
- "Make sure you have all of your insurance up to par for tree removal before even attempting it." -- JS Landscaping, Lawnsite.com
- "What kind of tree jobs are you looking for in my eyes the small little ones arnt worth it we do tree jobs every weekend almost. How do you plan to do them climb? There is a lot into a Tree Service and in my eyes thats a one and only job but you do have two small saws. Are you going to offer stump grinding? Most tree you cut out of lawns are going to want it grinded." -- VirginiaLawnCare, Lawnsite.com
- "I'm looking into taking classes to become a certified arborist and already have insurance, just may have to re-work that up. I want to start off with minimum over-head. I'm thinking myself as a certified arborist, 1 more climber, and 1 grounds person, a chipper, already have a dump trailer, trucks, and plenty of saws and climbing gear." -- PicturePerfectLawns, Lawnsite.com
Post Mentions
- Tree removal can be a hard thing to break into due to the technical aspect of it. There is extremly high risk and danger that comes with it. I currently am a lead climber for a tree service, and im thinking about going back into the landscape industry on my own. Your best bet is to get on the...
- Can anyone give me any pointers or anything I need to know about the Tree Business? I've been doing lawn/landscaping for several years. Have did my share of tree trimmings and removal jobs. At least 20,000.00 worth in the past year. However, this was from customers lawns that I already maintain...
- After you learn how to climb and cut down trees without killing yourself or others you'll need equipment. For saws, climbing gear, ropes and such you'll spend a grand plus..easy. A truck and a chipper are a must if you want to make a profit and don't even think about going without insurance...
- Hello everyone. I would like to start my own business doing some tree removal/lawn cleanup. Not sure if want full time or part time yet. I am certified in computers so thinking of that as well. As some of you know we are in a drought in metro atlanta (but the grass is still growing like mad)...
- i was thinking about branching off into the tree business. it seems like a great way to make money. I like climbing trees, but i dont really know about knots, and the different techniques they use to bring down trees. how do i learn? should i just hire someone that knows? thanks for the input.
- I currently have a small lawn care business and I am very thankful that I am growing. With the growth I have decided to go into the sprinkler system branch of our industry but I would also like to tackle on tree removal. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find where I can get training in...
- What kind of tree jobs are you looking for in my eyes the small little ones arnt worth it we do tree jobs every weekend almost. How do you plan to do them climb? There is a lot into a Tree Service and in my eyes thats a one and only job but you do have two small saws. Are you going to offer...
- Stick to lawn care & maintenance for now until you save up some $ then buy a used 3/4 or 1 ton truck & trailer. It's gonna be a PITA to cut and remove even a medium sized tree w/ that car/trailer combo. Plus, you'll be needing a new transmission before long.
- I've been reading articles about other states must have a permit or licenses. Other cases few got fine for not having them. There isn't case files or examples in Houston must have a permit. My question for those in Houston, is there a need? clients wants trees to be removed and grinded to build...
- What about insurance?
Related Threads
- Can anyone give me any pointers or anything I need to know about the Tree Business? I've been doing lawn/landscaping for several years. Have did my share of tree trimmings and removal jobs. At least 20,000.00 worth in the past year. However, this was from customers lawns that I already maintain...
- I've been reading articles about other states must have a permit or licenses. Other cases few got fine for not having them. There isn't case files or examples in Houston must have a permit. My question for those in Houston, is there a need? clients wants trees to be removed and grinded to build...
- I currently have a small lawn care business and I am very thankful that I am growing. With the growth I have decided to go into the sprinkler system branch of our industry but I would also like to tackle on tree removal. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find where I can get training in...
- Hello everyone. I would like to start my own business doing some tree removal/lawn cleanup. Not sure if want full time or part time yet. I am certified in computers so thinking of that as well. As some of you know we are in a drought in metro atlanta (but the grass is still growing like mad)...
- i was thinking about branching off into the tree business. it seems like a great way to make money. I like climbing trees, but i dont really know about knots, and the different techniques they use to bring down trees. how do i learn? should i just hire someone that knows? thanks for the input.