Brush Removal & Hauling in Cross Timber, Texas
Hauling off brush piles, storm debris and yard-waste stacks. Serving Cross Timber and the rest of Johnson County since 2014 — free written estimates, fully insured crews, and complete clean-up.
Do you provide brush removal in Cross Timber, TX?
Yes — we do brush removal throughout Cross Timber, TX. Hauling off brush piles, storm debris and yard-waste stacks. Most Cross Timber jobs fall between $175 and $900. We are a licensed, insured Johnson County tree service with a Certified Arborist on staff, and estimates cost nothing.
Cross Timber is a small community in Johnson County, about 19 miles from Fort Worth and 1 from Burleson. We are out this way regularly. Most cities in our area cap what they will take at the curb, and a storm pile clears that cap immediately. We load and haul the whole thing.
Fence lines around Cross Timber fill in with honey mesquite and volunteer scrub faster than people expect on shallow alkaline clay over limestone — which is why a season of neglect turns into a trailer-load rather than a bin.
- Service
- Brush Removal
- Area
- Cross TimberJohnson County
- Typical range
- $175–$900per job, varies by site
- Estimates
- Freewritten, no obligation
What is included in Cross Timber
- Storm debris and brush pile haul-off
- Overgrown fence line and back-lot clearing
- Post-storm curb piles the city will not take
- Chipping on site to reduce volume
- Loads disposed of at licensed green-waste sites
At a glance
Brush Removal in Cross Timber — the short version
| Service area | Cross Timber, Johnson County, Texas |
|---|---|
| Population | 362 |
| Soil | shallow alkaline clay over limestone (pH 7.8–8.3) |
| Common trees | live oak, cedar elm, Texas ash, Shumard oak |
| Most common problem | Iron chlorosis |
| Typical cost | $175–$900 |
| Oak pruning window | July – January |
Signs you need brush removal in Cross Timber
- A pile bigger than the city will take at the kerb
- Storm debris that has been sitting a while
- Brush stacked against a structure or fence
- A fence line that has filled in
- Clearing done by someone who left the debris behind
Any of these is worth a free look. We will tell you honestly if it can wait.
Why brush piles become a problem
Most cities in our service area limit what they will collect at the kerb — commonly a few cubic yards, cut to length and bundled. One storm, or one afternoon of fence-line clearing, produces several times that. The pile then sits, and a brush pile against a structure in North Texas is a rodent habitat, a termite bridge and, through August, a genuine fire consideration.
Pricing
What brush removal costs in Cross Timber
Most brush removal work in Cross Timber falls between $175 and $900 for a typical residential job. That is a real range, not a teaser — what puts a job at one end or the other is below.
What moves the price
- Total volume, measured in truck or trailer loads
- How far the material has to be carried to the truck
- Whether it is clean brush or mixed with fencing, wire and trash
- Chipping on site versus loading whole
- Access for a chipper or a dump trailer
The only way to get a real number is for someone to look at it. That visit is free — request an estimate or call (817) 508-9940. Full pricing detail for every service is in our North Texas tree service cost guide.
Local conditions
Cross Timber soil, species and timing
Cross Timber sits on thin, rocky alkaline clay over limestone bedrock — Fort Worth Prairie ground. That drives what grows well here (live oak, cedar elm and Texas ash dominate the older streets) and what goes wrong: iron chlorosis is the condition we are called out for most.
Cross Timber sits inside a tight cluster of towns we run every week: Burleson (1 mi), Briaroaks (2 mi), Joshua (3 mi) and Keene (7 mi) are all on the same route.
People in Cross Timber search for this as storm debris removal, brush pile removal, or simply brush removal service in Cross Timber — it is all the same job, and the estimate is free either way.
Timing
Tree care calendar for Cross Timber
| When | What matters |
|---|---|
| Jan–Feb | Best window of the year for structural pruning. Trees are dormant, the framework is visible with the leaves off, and crews are less booked. |
| Feb 1–Jun 30 | Do not prune oaks. Paint any unavoidable wound immediately — storm damage included. |
| Mar–May | Storm season. Straight-line winds find weak unions first. Deadwood and over-extended limbs are worth clearing before it starts. |
| Jun–Aug | Heat and drought stress. Water deeply and infrequently; the thin soil over limestone here dries from the bottom up. Watch for iron chlorosis. |
| Sep–Oct | Root growth restarts as soil cools — the best planting window and a good time for soil correction. |
| Nov–Dec | Leaves down, structure visible. Removals are cheapest now: lighter canopy, firmer ground, less rigging. |
Straight answers
Brush Removal in Cross Timber — straight answers
What does brush removal cost in Cross Timber?
Most Cross Timber jobs run $175–$900. Access moves this more than tree size does.
Do you cover Cross Timber?
Yes — Cross Timber is in Johnson County, inside our regular route, 19 miles from our Fort Worth base. Estimates are free and usually within a couple of business days.
When is the right time of year?
Late summer through winter for most work. On oaks it is not optional — nothing between February 1 and June 30, because of oak wilt.
Are you licensed and insured?
General liability and workers' compensation, certificate sent before you book. Texas does not license tree services, which is why that question matters more here than elsewhere.
FAQ
Brush Removal in Cross Timber — questions we get asked
How much brush will the city pick up in Cross Timber?
Kerbside brush collection limits vary by city and most are far smaller than people expect — typically a few cubic yards, cut to length, on a set schedule. Storm debris sometimes gets a temporary special collection. If your pile is larger than a pickup bed, it is usually faster to have it hauled than to wait several cycles.
Can you take fencing and old lumber with the brush?
Clean brush and treated lumber go to different places, so mixed loads cost more and we need to know in advance. Tell us what is in the pile when you call and we will price it properly rather than adjusting on the day.
Can you work around my schedule?
Usually. Most residential work happens on weekdays during business hours, but we can often arrange early starts or a specific day if access, pets or gates require it. Commercial properties routinely get after-hours or weekend scheduling.
Do you offer discounts for multiple trees?
Effectively yes — the second tree on the same visit costs less than it would on its own because setup, travel and haul-off are already covered. If you have several trees needing attention, get them all quoted at once rather than one at a time.
What happens if it rains on my scheduled day?
We reschedule. Saturated ground means ruts and, more importantly, compromised anchor points and footing — nobody should be aloft in a tree in a North Texas thunderstorm. You get a call, not a no-show.
Other tree services we provide in Cross Timber
Emergency Tree Service in Cross Timber
Storm response for trees on houses, drives, fences and power drops.
Learn more →Certified Arborist in Cross Timber
A credentialed opinion on whether a tree is safe, sick, or fine as it is.
Learn more →Tree Cutting in Cross Timber
Cutting down trees, cutting back limbs, and cutting up what has already fallen.
Learn more →Commercial Tree Service in Cross Timber
Property-wide tree work for HOAs, commercial sites, churches and municipalities.
Learn more →Tree Disease Treatment in Cross Timber
Diagnosis and treatment for the diseases that actually kill North Texas trees.
Learn more →Tree Surgeon in Cross Timber
The climbing, cutting and rigging work — done by people with the credentials to back the name.
Learn more →Brush Removal near Cross Timber
We cover the whole corridor, so a job in Cross Timber is rarely a special trip.
See all cities in Johnson County, or our full service area map. Looking for brush removal across the whole region? See Brush Removal & Hauling.
Standards and sources we work to
- Texas A&M Forest Service — Oak Wilt — The Feb 1 – Jun 30 oak pruning restriction and wound-painting guidance we follow.
- ANSI A300 (Part 1) — Pruning — The national standard our pruning cuts are made to, including the limits on live-canopy removal.
- International Society of Arboriculture — Certification body for arborists. Certifications carry a number the issuer will confirm.
- Tree Care Industry Association — Industry safety standards and accreditation.
- USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — North Central Texas sits in zones 8a–8b, which sets what will and will not establish here.
Prices are typical ranges for North Central Texas and are not a quote. Every job is quoted in writing after an on-site visit.
Need brush removal in Cross Timber?
Free written estimate, usually within a couple of business days. Licensed, insured, and we clean up completely.
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Storm and hazard calls are answered outside office hours.