Answers to common questions about tree removal, city ordinances, and oak wilt.
Under Texas A&M Forest Service guidelines, homeowners should avoid pruning oaks between February 1st and June 30th when nitidulid sap-feeding beetles actively transmit the oak wilt fungus. If pruning occurs outside this window or after storm damage, all cuts must be immediately sealed with wound paint.
Under the City of Georgetown Unified Development Code, native hardwood trees (such as Live Oaks and Cedar Elms) measuring 26 inches DBH (diameter at breast height) or greater are classified as Heritage Trees and may require city review or permits before removal, unless deemed an immediate hazard by a certified arborist.
Tree removal costs depend on height, canopy spread, proximity to structures, and crane requirements. Small tree removals typically range from $400 to $900, while large mature oak or pine removals range from $1,500 to $4,500+. We provide free on-site written estimates.
Our emergency crews provide 24/7 rapid dispatch. We stabilize the tree, hoist limbs using cranes or bucket trucks to prevent further structural damage, tarp roof penetrations, and provide complete photo documentation for your homeowner's insurance claim.