Frequently asked questions
Is this service free?
Yes, for homeowners. Chattanooga Tree Quotes passes your request to independent local tree companies, and those companies may pay us for referrals. You pay the company you hire, never us.
Are you a tree service company?
No. Chattanooga Tree Quotes is a referral service. We do not do tree work, send crews or set prices. The independent companies that contact you are responsible for their quotes and work.
How much does tree removal cost?
Angi puts the 2026 national average at $750 (most pay $200 to $2,000); HomeGuide says $850 (usually $400 to $1,200). Height, access, power lines and urgency change the price most.
How much does stump grinding cost?
HomeGuide lists $120 to $400 for the first stump and $30 to $60 for each additional stump, with minimum fees of $80 to $160.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Chattanooga?
Not for a tree on your own lot, according to the City. Trees in the public right-of-way or on City property need a City Tree Ordinance Permit. In Lookout Mountain, the company doing the work needs a Town permit.
Will EPB remove a tree near a power line?
EPB removes trees growing directly under its power lines at no charge and prunes trees that threaten primary lines. The line from the pole to your house is your responsibility, but EPB will lower it for free while your contractor works (423-648-1372).
Does someone have to call 811 before stump grinding?
Yes. In Tennessee the law requires a Tennessee 811 ticket at least 3 working days before digging; in Georgia, Georgia 811 asks for 3 business days.
Will the city pick up the branches?
Usually only brush you cut yourself, within size limits (Chattanooga: up to 8 feet long and 18 inches thick). Chattanooga, Signal Mountain, Red Bank, Lookout Mountain and Fort Oglethorpe exclude brush from hired contractors, so ask for haul-away in the quote.
Does homeowners insurance pay for tree removal?
HomeGuide says it usually does when a tree damages a covered structure, often $500 to $1,000 per tree, and usually not when a tree falls without damaging anything. Check your own policy and take photos before anything is moved.
Who will contact me, and how fast?
One or more independent local tree companies serving your area. Response time depends on the company and on storm demand; we do not promise a time.
Can I stop calls or texts?
Yes. Reply STOP to any text, tell the caller, or email us and we will stop sharing your request.
Sources
- Angi, How Much Does Tree Removal Cost? (2026 data, updated Oct 22, 2026)
- HomeGuide, How Much Does Tree Removal Cost? (Feb 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide, How Much Does Stump Grinding Cost? (Dec 22, 2025)
- City of Chattanooga, City Council Approves New Tree Ordinance (Apr 9, 2025)
- City of Chattanooga, Tree Ordinance Permit
- Lookout Mountain Municipal Code, Sec. 17-110 (MTAS)
- EPB, Vegetation Management
- Tennessee 811, FAQ
- Georgia 811, The 811 Process
- City of Chattanooga, Brush and Bulk Trash Collection
Prices are national ranges published by the sources above, not quotes. Your price depends on the tree, access and timing; local companies quote after seeing the job.