Tree care for Columbia’s oldest, hardest trees.
The same ISA-certified crew on every job, removal, storm response, pruning, and arborist reports across the Midlands.
Complete tree care, one certified crew.
From a single hazardous tree to a full property, handled start to finish.
Arborist Consultation
Arborist Consultation in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →Commercial Tree Services
Commercial Tree Services in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →Crane Assisted Tree Removal
Crane Assisted Tree Removal in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →Emergency Tree Services
Emergency Tree Services in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →Tree Removal
Tree Removal in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →Trimming & Pruning
Trimming & Pruning in Columbia, flat-rate quotes from our certified crew.
View service →A precise process for Columbia tree work.
On-site assessment
An ISA-certified arborist evaluates the tree, access, and your property, before any crew or equipment arrives.
Safety planning & setup
Safety zones around your home, driveway, and power lines. Work doesn't begin until every zone is secured.
Precision removal or care
Rigging, crane, or hand-climbing, matched to your property. Every cut deliberate, never reactive.
Complete cleanup
All debris hauled, surfaces blown off, lawn raked. We leave your property cleaner than we found it.
Get your free Columbia tree assessment
An ISA-certified arborist walks your property and hands you a flat-rate written quote, free, no obligation.
We know Columbia's trees like our own backyard.
15 years in Columbia's historic neighborhoods, from century-old oaks to the silver maples crowding local driveways.
KD Tree Services works throughout Columbia, Five Points, Shandon and across the Midlands, handling everything from routine pruning to hazardous removals and emergency storm cleanup. Licensed, fully insured, and backed by free on-site estimates.
Typical tree service costs in Columbia.
Flat-rate written quotes, no hidden fees. These ranges give you a realistic starting point.
| Service | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small tree removal (under 25 ft) | $300 – $600 | Shrubs, small ornamentals, saplings |
| Medium removal (25–50 ft) | $600 – $1,200 | Most Columbia residential trees |
| Large removal (50–80 ft) | $1,200 – $2,500 | Oaks, maples, cottonwoods |
| Very large / hazardous (80 ft+) | $2,500 – $4,500+ | Crane-assisted; custom quote |
| Stump grinding | $100 – $400 | Below-grade removal included |
| Trimming & pruning | $150 – $900 | Varies by size & access |
No travel charges within Columbia or the Midlands (up to 30 miles). All quotes flat-rate and written.
Want an exact price for your tree?
Ranges are a starting point, your quote is flat-rate, in writing, after a free on-site look. No surprises on invoice day.
Why Columbia homeowners choose KD.
ISA-Certified Arborists
Every job led by a certified arborist, we diagnose first, then act.
Licensed & Insured
$2M liability, workers' comp, SC State licensed. Certificates before any job.
Locally Rooted Crew
Based in the Midlands, the crew you speak with is the crew that shows up.
Right Equipment
Compact lifts for tight Columbia driveways to full cranes for large removals.
Flat-Rate Pricing
Written quotes only. No verbal agreements, no charges after the job.
Full Cleanup
Debris removed, surfaces blown off, lawn raked. Always.
Serving every Columbia neighborhood.
All of Columbia and the surrounding Midlands, no travel charges within 30 miles.
Your Columbia tree situation, handled before.
Storm damage?
A nor'easter split your oak at 2am. We're on-site within 2–4 hours, secure the scene, document for your insurer, and clear it safely.
Learn more →Dead or leaning tree?
Columbia's freeze-thaw cycles weaken roots fast. We assess the risk honestly, sometimes a tree can be saved, sometimes not. Either way, you'll know.
Learn more →Selling your home?
A $300 consultation now prevents a $5,000 deduction at closing. We provide ISA-certified documentation inspectors accept.
Learn more →Don’t see your situation? Tell us what’s going on, a certified Columbia arborist will tell you straight what it needs.
500+ Columbia properties and counting
Get the same honest assessment and certified crew they did, most Columbia quotes are booked within a day.
Helpful resources for Columbia homeowners.
Tree service questions, Columbia.
Typically $300 for a small tree to $1,500+ for a large hazardous one, depending on size, location, and access. Flat-rate written quotes, no hidden fees, no travel charges in the Midlands.
Yes, 24/7 including weekends and holidays. Storm calls are prioritized, average response 2–4 hours. Call (803) 525-2056 anytime.
Most private residential trees need no permit. Street trees or historic-district trees may require approval, our arborists advise you upfront at no charge.
Yes, $2M general liability and full workers' compensation, SC State licensed. Certificates available before any job begins.
Late winter (Feb–Mar) is ideal, dormant trees and inactive bark beetles reduce disease spread. Hazards and storm damage are handled any time.
Request your free Columbia estimate
Don't wait for the next storm to decide.
An honest assessment, a flat-rate quote, and the same ISA-certified crew from start to finish.