How much does tree removal cost in Houston?

Most Houston projects land between $400 – $1,800, with an average near $900. Local crews quote roughly $8 – $30 per foot of height.

What is included in the Houston price per foot of height?

Typically materials, labor and cleanup. Permits, disposal and access challenges are usually quoted separately.

Unit pricing

Houston tree removal pricing per foot of height

Tree Removal cost per foot of height in Houston, Texas in 2026.

Low

$400

Average

$900

High

$1,800

Houston crews quote about $8 – $30 per foot of height.

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What drives tree removal prices in Houston

Local labor, permitting and climate move Houston prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Houston has the deepest trade labor pool in Texas, keeping bids near the national average.

Permits

Houston has no zoning but permits are required for structural, electrical and mechanical work.

Climate

Humidity, hurricanes and flooding drive moisture-resistant and wind-rated specs.

Houston unit pricing by material

Small tree (under 30 ft)$150 – $500

Medium tree (30 – 60 ft)$450 – $1,200

Large tree (60 – 80 ft)$900 – $2,500

Very large (80 ft+)$2,000 – $8,000

Ways to lower your Houston price

Ask to keep the wood; many companies discount when they do not haul logs.
Bundle multiple trees into one visit to share the mobilization and crane cost.
Schedule in winter when crews are slow and leafless trees are faster to drop.
Handle brush cleanup and chipping yourself.
Check whether your utility removes trees threatening their power lines for free.

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