Discover the long-term savings of chemical side trimming with our easy-to-use calculator. Compare the cost of chemical versus mechanical trimming over time and see how extended vegetation control reduces maintenance cycles and expenses.

By showing how herbicides deliver lasting results and reduce brush regrowth, the calculator demonstrates the real dividends they pay back year after year. With mechanical trimming costs unlikely to drop, chemical side trimming offers a smart, cost-effective solution to keep vegetation in check and budgets under control. Check out our easy-to-use calculator below.

Chemical Side Trim Calculator

Mechanical Side Trim

  • Cycle Years
  • MST Cost per Mile
  • 13 Year Cost/mile
  • 25 Year Cost/mile
  • 3
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  • 4
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  • 5
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Mechanical Side Trim/Chemical Side Trim

  • Cycle Years
  • MST Cost per Mile
  • CST Cost per Mile
  • Upfront Investment
  • 13 Year Cost/mile CST Application on 10 Year Cycle
  • 25 Year Cost/mile CST Application on 10 Year Cycle
  • 3
  • $
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  • 4
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  • 5
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Savings

  • 13 Year Savings/mile with CST
  • 25 Year Savings/mile with CST
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  • MST = Mechanical Side Trim
  • CST = Chemical Side Trim
  • * MST long-term cost is based on a 5% increase every cycle.
  • * CST long-term cost is based on a 25% decrease every 10 year cycle.

For any questions regarding the calculator or chemical side trimming, please contact your local Helena representative to learn more.