Climbing rates are somewhat subjective.  

• It depends on how dangerous the tree is - how much decay or damage.  
  
• Are there high power wires nearby?
  
• How long am I in the saddle?
  
• What is the weather?
  
• Things of that nature...
  

Generally, the rate is $146.25/hr., but it really is a tree by tree evaluation.  

I have been climbing for 28 years and I know what it will take to manage the job so
your price will be fair.  If it takes less time or is not as difficult as I anticipate than I
give discounts.  I have done it hundreds of times over the years because it makes
sense and is fair business.