Tree work rules in Mississippi
What the state says about tree work, with the page each rule comes from. It's a summary of the published rules, not legal advice, and your city or county can have rules of its own.
Checked September 23, 2026
Licensing
In Mississippi a Tree Surgery License from the Department of Agriculture and Commerce is needed only to advertise as a licensed, bonded or insured tree surgeon for pay. It takes exams and $100,000 of liability insurance.1
Tree removal permits
Ask your city or county government whether removing a tree needs a permit where you live.
Trees near power lines
If a tree is touching the power line to your house, keep clear and call your utility first. Clearing the line is the utility's job, and a tree company can't start until it's done.
We don't have an official source on Mississippi's rule for working near overhead lines. Ask your utility before anyone works near a line.
811 and stump work
Spraying and treating trees
In Mississippi selling pest control services takes a company license plus a licensed operator from the Bureau of Plant Industry. Horticultural pest control covers ornamental plants and shade trees, and Horticultural weed control covers weeds.3
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Sources
What tree work costs in Mississippi
Published national ranges for removal, trimming, stump grinding and arborist visits, and a planning estimate for your own job.
Companies in Mississippi
Mississippi has 216 tree service companies listed, and 23 of them hold an active USDOT registration. Browse them by county, or ask for quotes and we'll pass your job to companies near you.
Cite this page
“Tree work rules in Mississippi.” InspecTree, updated September 26, 2026. https://inspectree.com/ms/rules/