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Tree Service Near You in Houston, TX

A leaning limb over the roof, a storm-split trunk, a dead tree near the power line — these are jobs to hire out, not to climb a ladder with a chainsaw for. A local tree service brings the rigging, insurance and know-how to take it down safely.

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How to Choose a tree service in Houston

  • Confirm they carry liability insurance AND workers' compensation — ask to see certificates, and never let an uninsured crew work on your property.
  • Ask whether a certified arborist (ISA) will assess the job, especially for pruning or a tree you want to keep alive.
  • Get an itemised written estimate — removal, stump grinding and debris haul-away are often priced separately.
  • Ask how they protect lawn, fences and the house, and who cleans up and hauls the wood.
  • For any tree near power lines, confirm they coordinate with the utility — that work is not DIY and not for a general crew.

10 tree services in Houston, TX

From public Google Maps business data — providers with a published phone number. Contact any of them directly; we don't take your details or route your call.

  1. 1

    R&J Tree Service.

    Tree service 3.4 · 10 reviews

    Houston, TX 77002

    Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.

  2. 2

    Urgent Tree Care

    Tree service 5 · 2 reviews

    2358 Commerce St, Houston, TX 77003

    Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.

  3. 3

    Garrett Tree Service

    Tree service 4.9 · 54 reviews

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  4. 4

    SavATree

    Tree service 4.7 · 119 reviews

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  5. 5

    Optimum Tree Service

    Tree service 5 · 48 reviews

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  6. 6

    LHD Tree Service

    Tree service 5 · 37 reviews

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  7. 7

    Highpoint Tree Care | Tree Service & Tree Removal Houston, TX

    Tree service 5 · 28 reviews

    4031 Baden St, Houston, TX 77009

    Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.

  8. 8

    ArborTrue

    Tree service 4.8 · 112 reviews

    1900 W Gray St #131862, Houston, TX 77019

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  9. 9

    HamodaTrees

    Tree service 5 · 2 reviews

    1000 Main St Ste 2300, Houston, TX 77002

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  10. 10

    Riverbank Tree Care

    Tree service

    1007 St Joseph St, Houston, TX 77023

    Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.

Listing data from public Google Maps business listings, as of September 3, 2026. Google ratings shown are each provider's publicly displayed rating on that date and may have changed. Request a correction or removal.

Tree service in Houston — FAQ

How much does tree removal cost in Houston?

Price depends mostly on height, trunk diameter, lean and access. Small trees can be a few hundred dollars; large or hazardous removals near a structure run into the thousands. Stump grinding and haul-away are usually quoted separately. Always get 2–3 written estimates.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Houston?

Many cities regulate removal of large, heritage or street-facing trees, and rules vary by municipality. A reputable local tree service will know the Texas and city requirements and can often help with the permit — confirm this before work starts.

When is tree work a job for a professional rather than DIY?

Any tree taller than you can safely reach from the ground, anything leaning toward a structure, storm-damaged or dead trees, and anything near power lines. Chainsaw work at height and under tension is the single most dangerous outdoor job — hire an insured crew.

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