--- title: "Monster Tree Service Costs, Fees and Profit Data for 2026" url: https://burnaze.com/article/3086f6b9-ff64-4d19-b672-4ec3588d67c1 source: "1851 Franchise" original_url: https://1851franchise.com/monster-tree-service-franchise-deep-dive-2721053 category: "Repair & handyman" industry: "Home Services" segment: "Repair & handyman" topics: ["Finance & M&A"] published: 2026-06-11T19:14:36.000Z modified: 2026-11-01T22:32:21.048Z image: https://newimage.1851franchise.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=85,format=webp,width=1280,height=720/story/featureImage/1777561317_2721053.png --- # Monster Tree Service Costs, Fees and Profit Data for 2026 **TL;DR:** Monster Tree Service is a full-service tree care company with 134 units, offering franchise opportunities across the US with an estimated initial investment of $335,040 to $489,775. The company provides services such as tree trimming and removal, stump grinding, emergency services, and plant health care through independently owned locations. *originally published in 1851 Franchise on 2026-06-11. [Read the original](https://1851franchise.com/monster-tree-service-franchise-deep-dive-2721053).* ## Story Franchise Opportunity Deep Dive: Monster Tree Service is a home-based tree and plant health care franchise with a scalable territory model and Authority Brands support. NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 134 units REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $335,040 - $489,775 REPORTED ROI (Item 19): $574,903 (average gross revenue per territory FY 2025) ## Business model Monster Tree Service is a full-service tree care company that provides services such as tree trimming and removal, stump grinding, emergency services and plant health care through independently owned and operated locations. Monster Tree Service began serving customers in 2008, with early operations tied to Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, and it has since grown into a full-service tree care brand offering everything from trimming and removal to plant health care. The company emphasizes upfront pricing and a holistic approach to tree and plant health, and it operates as part of the Authority Brands franchise portfolio. **Mission:** Monster Tree Service’s mission is to drive each location to deliver high-quality tree care backed by expert knowledge and modern methods, with pricing that is upfront and honest. **Vision:** Since 2008, Monster Tree Service says its vision has been to partner with homeowners to make healthy, strong and beautiful trees attainable by all. - Local ownership with national backing for customers who want a local team supported by a larger brand. - A service-first mindset with an emphasis on quality work and a smooth customer experience. - Fast estimates designed to keep projects moving instead of dragging out the decision. - Professional crews who show up ready with uniformed teams and a focus on punctuality and communication. - Experience you can trust including access to certified arborist expertise when tree health is part of the job. - The right equipment for tough removals including in-house cranes for complex projects. - Peace of mind protections with full insurance coverage and a satisfaction guarantee. - Help for emergencies and ongoing care from urgent removals to tree health concerns that can threaten the landscape. - Home-based and built to scale with no storefront costs, so owners can focus on building a territory rather than paying for a retail footprint. - More than one way to make money through a service mix that can support both one-time jobs and repeat work. - A recognizable, professional brand presence with wrapped trucks, clean equipment and a polished look that helps win trust in the neighborhood. - Essential-service demand that stays relevant in every season, from routine maintenance to storm-related needs. - Marketing you can’t miss because the trucks and equipment act as rolling billboards in the communities you serve. - A model designed for real life with an operating structure that supports more predictable hours than many service businesses. - Training and ongoing support that helps owners launch the business and keep sharpening operations as they grow. - A differentiated concept in a fragmented industry where many competitors are independents without a unified brand or systems. - A playbook shaped by years of experience with processes designed to help owners run the business consistently. Monster Tree Service is offering franchise opportunities across the United States, with territories available in all states except for Alaska, Montana, Washington and Wyoming. Visit the Monster Tree Service franchise page for more information on available territories. ## Initial costs and fees **Initial Costs:** The estimated initial investment required to begin operation of a Monster Tree Service franchise ranges from $335,040 to $489,775. The 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) breaks these costs down as follows: **Initial Franchise Fee:** The base initial franchise fee for a territory with a population of up to 80,000 single-family dwelling units is $49,500, with an additional cost of $0.25 for each additional unit above 80,000. Monster Tree Service offers discounts for multi-territory franchisees, existing franchisees, affiliates, qualifying military veterans and active personnel, and minority-owned/women-owned/LGBTQ+ owned businesses. **Ongoing Fees:** According to the 2026 FDD, Monster Tree Service franchisees are responsible for the following ongoing payments and fees: **ROI Potential:** According to the 2026 FDD, the 142 territories operating for the entirety of FY 2025 reported the following gross revenue per territory: Before opening, Monster Tree Service provides site assistance and on-site coaching during grand opening week, supported by arborists and field operations and safety managers to help teams launch smoothly. Training includes a five- to 10-day initial program covering equipment, budgeting and marketing, followed by ongoing education through monthly online sessions, arborist continuing education, annual meetings and periodic onsite visits. Operational support includes unlimited phone, web and email assistance, with access to trainers and operations team members for day-to-day questions. Franchisees also benefit from discounted pricing on branded equipment, vehicles and marketing materials. Technology and tools include discounted access to software and a structured marketing toolkit, including a library of ready-to-use materials and ongoing local marketing support across SEO, PPC, email marketing, direct mail and social media. - **Liquid Assets:** $250,000 - **Net Worth:** $500,000 No prior landscaping, gardening or tree care experience is required. Monster Tree Service is looking for owners with a strong work ethic, management and communication skills, and a commitment to its system. Licensing or certification requirements vary by state. Our team can help franchisees identify the best path to meet requirements for their location. Monster Tree Service is built for hands-on ownership, with franchisees expected to operate as owner-operators and bring a strong work ethic plus management and communication skills to run the day-to-day business. The model avoids a storefront, relies on branded vehicles and equipment, and supports scalable growth through multiple revenue streams and repeat sales — typically by building and managing crews in the field. Monster Tree Service does not publicly promote any specific financing programs or lender partnerships for franchisees. ## Market and competition The U.S. tree trimming services industry is a $39.5 billion market in 2026, after posting $38.2 billion in 2024, marking a CAGR of 3.4%. The sector is highly fragmented, with about 175,035 businesses in 2025 and roughly 337,138 people employed. On the labor side, BLS counted about 47,870 tree trimmers and pruners in May 2024 with a $54,970 average annual wage, while BLS projections show 60,100 jobs in 2024 rising to 62,100 by 2034, with about 7,400 annual openings over the decade and a 2024 median pay of $50,430. Monster Tree Service’s primary competitors are large, established national and regional tree care providers such as Asplundh Tree Expert Company and The Davey Tree Expert Company. Other competitors include independent tree care firms such as AAA Tree Experts, SavATree and Integrity Tree Services, along with local providers serving residential and commercial clients. Additionally, some broader lawn and landscape companies like TruGreen compete in tree and shrub care services as part of their offerings. What sets Monster Tree Service apart is that it is the first national tree service franchise, giving it wider brand recognition and a unified systems approach that many independents lack. The company emphasizes a full-service, holistic approach that covers tree health care, trimming, removal, emergency response and plant health services. 1. **Introduction: Meet the team, talk through your goals and get a quick, clear overview of the brand and what ownership looks like.** 2. **Webinar Presentation: Go deeper on the model, including system operations and core values, then dig into the tools that support owners, from marketing to purchasing power and technology.** 3. **FDD and Territory Discussion: Review the Franchise Disclosure Document and talk territory, including initial investment, ongoing financial responsibilities and system performance as shown in Item 19.** 4. **Validation: Connect with existing franchise owners to hear firsthand what it’s like to run the business and operate within the system.** 5. **Meet Your Team Day: Spend time with the Monster Tree Service team that will support you as you move toward opening and beyond.** 6. **Contract: Review and sign the franchise agreements once there’s confidence the opportunity is the right fit, locking in the terms and responsibilities for both sides.** 7. **Onboarding: Start working with the operations team on the steps that lead to launch, with guidance designed to prepare you for day one as an owner.** Fill out and submit the online inquiry form on the Monster Tree Service franchise website to get the process started. *Disclaimer: This content is for information only. 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