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Tree Removal in Baton Rouge, LA

Get a free quote for tree removal in Baton Rouge and the surrounding parishes. Whether it's a dead water oak over the driveway, a pine leaning toward the house, or a tree that's simply in the wrong place, tell us what you've got and we'll get back to you with next steps for your quote.

When a tree should come down

• The tree is dead, or large sections of the crown have no leaves in season
• A new or worsening lean, or soil heaving and cracking on one side of the root plate
• Mushrooms or conks at the base, hollow sounding trunk, or large cavities
• Deep cracks or splits where major limbs join the trunk
• Storm damage that has broken the top or torn out major limbs
• Roots or trunk crowding a foundation, driveway or septic area

How removals are done

Open-yard trees can sometimes be felled in one piece. Most Baton Rouge lots are tighter than that: fences, houses, pools and overhead lines usually mean the tree is climbed or reached with a lift and taken down in sections, with heavy pieces lowered on ropes. That is the biggest reason two trees of the same height can be priced very differently.

What your quote should spell out

• Whether the wood and brush are hauled away or left cut in rounds
• Whether stump grinding is included (it usually isn't unless listed)
• Cleanup of the lawn and gutters
• How the crew will access the tree and protect fences, beds and the driveway

If a tree touches or is near a power line, don't try to remove it yourself. Contact your electric utility first; lines to the house and lines on poles are handled differently.

Questions about tree removal

How much does tree removal cost in Baton Rouge?

HomeGuide puts the national average at about $850, with most removals in the $400 to $1,200 range and small easy trees from about $200 up to about $3,000 for large or complex jobs. Your price depends on size, access and nearby structures. See the cost page for details.

Is stump grinding included with tree removal?

Usually not unless the quote lists it. Ask for stump grinding as a separate line so you can compare.

Do I need permission to remove a tree on my own property?

Rules depend on where you live, and subdivisions often have their own HOA rules. Check with your HOA and local government before removing a large tree, especially near a street or in a common area.

Related: Tree Trimming & Pruning · Stump Grinding · Emergency & Storm Tree Removal · Tree removal cost

Areas: Baton Rouge · Denham Springs · Prairieville · Zachary · Central