Montana

Wondering how to start a tree service business in Montana? Looking to start a tree service business? Nate Jones Entrepreneur is here to help you with a free tree service business plan below. Starting your tree trimming business in Montana the correct way is important. 

How much does it cost to start a tree service business?

• $50,000 - For a Used Bucket Truck

• $30,000 - For a Used Wood Chipper Trailer

• $1o,000 - Equipment, Chainsaws, and Tools

• $500 a year for a website and formation of LLC

• $2,500 a Year for Insurance - If you need insurance, reach out to Wexford Insurance, they work with a lot of Tree Service Businesses. wexfordins.com

• TOTAL COST TO START: $93,000

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How much money can you make starting a tree service business?

• The average cost for tree service is $750 for residential and $1,000 for commercial jobs.

• How much money do tree service businesses make a year?

  • With servicing 10 jobs a week (6 Residential & 4 Commercial) you can make $8,500 a week

  • On a monthly basis that is $34,000

  • On a yearly basis that is $408,000!

Are Tree Service Businesses Profitable?​​

• Yes, the average profit margin is around 35% (you should be charging 50% over your labor cost)

• At a 35% profit margin, that means if you did $408,000 in revenue you would yield $142,000 a year profit!

• The challenge with this business is scaling past the local level and finding trusted employees. ​

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Positives of a Tree Service Business

• This business is in a niche. There are not a lot of tree service businesses, therefore you have less competition.

• This business is always needed. People do not know how nor want to trim their own trees.

• This business has high profit margins.  

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How do you get tree service jobs? 

• Create a website with SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and post on social media apps. 

• Network with local home builders, general contractors, home remodelers, etc. 

• Sign up with Contractor Back Office (contractorbackoffice.com) to get leads for tree service jobs. 

How to Start a Tree Service Business 

1. ​Save up money for down payments on equipment

2. Form your LLC with the Federal Government and Local Government

3. Create your website and social media pages

4. Purchase Insurance

5. Find a Lawyer to draft your customer service contract

6. Make connections with local realtors, contractors, property managers, and homeowners.

7. Implement local marketing. ​

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