Tree Service in Johnson County, Texas
Burleson, Cleburne and Joshua run north to south along our main corridor. Bigger lots, more acreage clearing, and the prairie-to-blackland soil change.
Who does tree service in Johnson County, TX?
Tree Service Pros covers all 14 cities in Johnson County, Texas. Tree trimming, removal, stump grinding, land clearing, pruning and storm response, with free written estimates and insured crews. County seat Cleburne; we are through the county most weeks. Call (817) 508-9940.
Burleson, Cleburne and Joshua run north to south along our main corridor. Bigger lots, more acreage clearing, and the prairie-to-blackland soil change. We have worked this county since 2014, and the tree work here is shaped by one thing more than any other — the ground.
Johnson County sits mostly on thin, rocky alkaline clay over limestone bedrock, which is the Fort Worth Prairie country. Soil pH runs around 7.8–8.3. That decides what grows well (live oak, cedar elm and Texas ash dominate the mature canopy) and what goes wrong — iron chlorosis is the condition we are called out for most. Root plates here are wide and shallow because there is nowhere to go down — limestone is often less than two feet under the grass.
- County seat
- Cleburne
- Cities served
- 14every incorporated town
- Population
- 109,271across served cities
- Estimates
- Freewritten, no obligation
At a glance
Johnson County tree profile
| Ecoregion | Fort worth prairie |
|---|---|
| Soil | thin, rocky alkaline clay over limestone bedrock |
| Typical pH | 7.8–8.3 |
| Dominant species | live oak, cedar elm, Texas ash, Shumard oak |
| Most common problem | Iron chlorosis |
| Oak pruning window | July – January (avoid Feb 1 – Jun 30) |
| Best planting window | October – February |
| County seat | Cleburne |
| Cities we serve | 14 |
Timing
Tree care calendar for Johnson County
| 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. |
Johnson County
Every city we serve in Johnson County
Each has its own page with local pricing, soil conditions and answers.
| City | Population | From Fort Worth | Tree service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burleson | 47,641 | 18 mi | Burleson tree service → |
| Cleburne | 31,352 | 28 mi | Cleburne tree service → |
| Joshua | 7,891 | 21 mi | Joshua tree service → |
| Keene | 6,387 | 25 mi | Keene tree service → |
| Alvarado | 4,739 | 26 mi | Alvarado tree service → |
| Venus | 4,361 | 26 mi | Venus tree service → |
| Grandview | 1,879 | 35 mi | Grandview tree service → |
| Godley | 1,450 | 22 mi | Godley tree service → |
| Cresson | 1,349 | 24 mi | Cresson tree service → |
| Rio Vista | 1,008 | 36 mi | Rio Vista tree service → |
| Briaroaks | 507 | 18 mi | Briaroaks tree service → |
| Cross Timber | 362 | 19 mi | Cross Timber tree service → |
| Coyote Flats | 345 | 28 mi | Coyote Flats tree service → |
| Lillian | — | 19 mi | Lillian tree service → |
Services available across Johnson County
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Crown cleaning, raising, thinning and deadwood removal on an ANSI A300 standard.
Learn more →Tree Removal
Safe, insured removal of dead, dying, damaged or badly-placed trees.
Learn more →Stump Grinding & Stump Removal
Grinding stumps 6–12 inches below grade so the ground can be re-used.
Learn more →Land Clearing & Lot Clearing
Clearing brush, scrub and trees off building pads, pasture and fence lines.
Learn more →Tree Pruning
Structural and health pruning — the cuts that change how a tree grows.
Learn more →Emergency & Storm Damage Tree Service
Storm response for trees on houses, drives, fences and power drops.
Learn more →Certified Arborist
A credentialed opinion on whether a tree is safe, sick, or fine as it is.
Learn more →Tree Cutting Service
Cutting down trees, cutting back limbs, and cutting up what has already fallen.
Learn more →Brush Removal & Hauling
Hauling off brush piles, storm debris and yard-waste stacks.
Learn more →Commercial & HOA Tree Service
Property-wide tree work for HOAs, commercial sites, churches and municipalities.
Learn more →Tree Disease & Pest Treatment
Diagnosis and treatment for the diseases that actually kill North Texas trees.
Learn more →Tree Surgeon Service
The climbing, cutting and rigging work — done by people with the credentials to back the name.
Learn more →Shrub & Hedge Trimming
Shaping, thinning and renewing the shrubs and hedges around the house.
Learn more →Root Barriers & Root Pruning
Redirecting roots away from foundations, drives and pools — without killing the tree.
Learn more →Straight answers
Johnson County — the questions we get most
Do you cover all of Johnson County?
Yes — all 14 incorporated cities and towns, plus the unincorporated areas between them.
How fast can you come out?
Estimates are usually within a couple of business days. Hazard situations — a tree on a structure or blocking access — move to the front of the queue.
Are you insured?
General liability and workers' compensation, and we send the certificate before you book. Texas does not license tree services, which is exactly why that matters.
Do you top trees?
No. Topping causes decay at every stub and leaves weakly attached regrowth. If a tree is genuinely too big for its spot, reduction or removal are the honest answers.
FAQ
Tree service in Johnson County — full FAQ
What cities do you serve in Johnson County?
All 14 of them — Burleson, Cleburne, Joshua, Keene, Alvarado, Venus, Grandview, Godley and more. Every city has its own page with local pricing and conditions. Cleburne is the county seat.
How much does tree service cost in Johnson County?
Trimming typically runs $250–$1,200, removals $300–$3,500 depending on size and access, stump grinding $95–$600, and land clearing $1,500–$6,000 per acre. Access and what sits under the tree move the price more than height does.
What kind of trees grow in Johnson County?
Johnson County sits mostly on thin, rocky alkaline clay over limestone bedrock — the Fort Worth Prairie. The mature canopy is dominated by live oak, cedar elm and Texas ash, with Shumard oak where the soil is deeper. Iron chlorosis is the condition we treat most here.
When should oaks be pruned in Johnson County?
July through January. The Texas A&M Forest Service advises against pruning oaks between February 1 and June 30, when sap-feeding beetles carrying oak wilt are drawn to fresh cuts. Paint any wound on an oak immediately, in any season.
Do you charge extra to travel to Johnson County?
No. Johnson County is inside our regular service area and we are through it most weeks. Estimates are free wherever you are in the county.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Johnson County?
On private residential property outside city limits, generally no. Inside a city, trees in the right-of-way and any tree covered by a local tree ordinance are different, and several cities do regulate them. We check the ordinance for your address before we quote.
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.
Tree service anywhere in Johnson County
One call covers the whole county. Free written estimates, insured crews, complete clean-up.
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Storm and hazard calls are answered outside office hours.