Mount Pleasant Tree Service Co.Mount Pleasant Tree Service Co.Dead ash removal in Mount Pleasant generally costs $600–$2,200, driven by height, trunk diameter, and access. Emerald ash borer damage makes the wood brittle, which raises the price versus a live tree. Nasman Tree Service provides done-for-you removal across Mount Pleasant, including the Emmertsen Road corridor.
| Ash tree size | Typical removal cost |
|---|---|
| Small — under 25 ft | $400–$800 |
| Medium — 25–50 ft | $800–$1,500 |
| Large — 50–70 ft | $1,500–$2,500 |
| Very large — over 70 ft | $2,200–$3,000+ |
| Stump grinding (add-on) | $100–$400 |
| Difficult access / near structure | +15–40% surcharge |
Dead ash tree removal cost by size in Mount Pleasant, WI (ballpark ranges)
Emerald ash borer kills ash from the inside, leaving dry, brittle wood that snaps unpredictably during climbing and rigging. Crews slow the work and add rigging steps for safety, which raises labor cost. A dead ash often prices 20–40% higher than the same-size healthy tree. The longer a dead ash stands, the more brittle it becomes and the more it costs to remove safely.
Trunk diameter and total height set the base price for ash removal. A tree crews can drop in one piece costs less than one requiring sectional dismantling over a roof, fence, or driveway. Distance from a truck-and-chipper setup affects hauling labor. Backyard ash trees with narrow gate access cost more than a front-yard tree beside the curb.
Tree removal quotes usually cover felling, limb removal, and hauling but not the stump. Stump grinding adds roughly $100–$400 depending on stump diameter and grind depth. Removing an ash stump prevents regrowth suckers and clears space for replanting. Many Mount Pleasant homeowners bundle grinding into the same visit to save a second mobilization fee.
Emerald ash borer is established throughout Racine County and has killed a large share of untreated ash trees. Wisconsin confirmed the pest statewide, and untreated ash typically dies within a few years of infestation. Dead ash near homes, driveways, and power lines is a falling-limb hazard and is a common removal request in Mount Pleasant neighborhoods.
Mount Pleasant lots range from wooded parcels near Franksville and Chicory Ridge to tighter subdivisions in Meadowbrook and Braun Estates, and lot layout drives the removal price. Homes along the Emmertsen Road corridor and near the Sturtevant border often have mature boulevard ash close to overhead lines, which adds rigging steps. Removal of a tree on the terrace between the sidewalk and street may involve Village of Mount Pleasant approval, and utility-line proximity near Northwestern Junction and the Renaissance Business Park area can require coordinating a line clearance. Confirm whether a tree is on private property or the public terrace before scheduling, since that changes who is responsible.
Insurance usually covers removal only when a tree falls and damages a covered structure, not routine removal of a standing dead ash. Preventive removal is typically an out-of-pocket cost.
Signs include canopy thinning, D-shaped exit holes, S-shaped tunnels under the bark, and vertical bark splits. A standing dead ash with no leaves in summer is confirmed dead and a removal candidate.
Winter removal can cost slightly less because bare canopies and frozen ground simplify access, though scheduling varies. Off-season timing is worth asking about when requesting a quote.
Emergency removal of a fallen or hazardous dead ash typically carries a premium over scheduled work due to same-day dispatch and after-hours labor.