Tree Service in Arlington, Texas
Tree trimming, removal, stump grinding, land clearing and storm response across Arlington and Tarrant County. Licensed and insured, Certified Arborist on staff, and every estimate is free and in writing.
Who provides tree service in Arlington, TX?
Tree Service Pros is a full-service tree company serving Arlington, Texas serving a community of about 394,266. We handle tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, land clearing, storm damage and emergency work across Arlington and the rest of Tarrant County. Estimates are free and written, we are insured, and a Certified Arborist is on staff. Call (817) 508-9940.
Arlington is one of the largest cities in Tarrant County, with roughly 394,266 residents and tree stock old enough that a lot of it now needs real work rather than a tidy-up.
Tree work in Arlington is shaped by the soil more than anything else. The sand belt drains fast and dries out hard, which is why established post oaks here fail from drought stress long before they fail from disease. The species that handle it — post oak, blackjack oak, eastern red cedar — are the ones you see on every mature street, and post oak decline is their recurring problem.
We are regularly within a few minutes of Arlington: Pantego (2 mi), Dalworthington Gardens (2 mi), Kennedale (8 mi) and Forest Hill (8 mi) are all on the same route.
- City
- ArlingtonTarrant County
- Population
- 394,266U.S. Census
- From Fort Worth
- 13 mion our regular route
- Estimates
- Freewritten, no obligation
- ZIP codes
- 76000, 76001, 76002, 76003
At a glance
Tree care in Arlington — the short version
| City | Arlington, Texas |
|---|---|
| County | Tarrant County |
| Population | 394,266 |
| ZIP codes | 76000, 76001, 76002, 76003, 76004, 76005 |
| From Fort Worth | 13 miles |
| Soil | sandy loam over clay (pH 6.0–7.0) |
| Common trees | post oak, blackjack oak, eastern red cedar, cedar elm |
| Most common problem | Post oak decline |
| Oak pruning window | July – January |
| Best planting window | October – February |
Straight answers
Arlington — straight answers
How much does tree service cost in Arlington?
Trimming $250–$1,200, removal $300–$3,500 depending on size and access, stump grinding $95–$600, land clearing $1,500–$6,000 per acre. Access moves the price more than height.
How soon can you get to Arlington?
Estimates usually within a couple of business days — Arlington is 13 miles from our Fort Worth base and on our regular route. Hazards move to the front.
When can oaks be pruned?
July through January. Texas A&M advises against oak pruning Feb 1 – Jun 30 because of oak wilt. Paint any oak wound immediately, whatever the season.
Why are my leaves yellow with green veins in Arlington?
Iron chlorosis. Arlington soil runs about pH 6.0–7.0, and at that alkalinity iron is chemically locked up. It is a soil problem, not a disease, and chelated iron corrects it.
Every service, in Arlington
What we do in Arlington, TX
Each of these has its own page with local pricing, process and answers.
Tree Trimming & Pruning in Arlington
Crown cleaning, raising, thinning and deadwood removal on an ANSI A300 standard.
Tree Trimming in Arlington →Tree Removal in Arlington
Safe, insured removal of dead, dying, damaged or badly-placed trees.
Tree Removal in Arlington →Stump Grinding & Stump Removal in Arlington
Grinding stumps 6–12 inches below grade so the ground can be re-used.
Stump Grinding in Arlington →Land Clearing & Lot Clearing in Arlington
Clearing brush, scrub and trees off building pads, pasture and fence lines.
Land Clearing in Arlington →Tree Pruning in Arlington
Structural and health pruning — the cuts that change how a tree grows.
Tree Pruning in Arlington →Emergency & Storm Damage Tree Service in Arlington
Storm response for trees on houses, drives, fences and power drops.
Emergency Tree Service in Arlington →Certified Arborist in Arlington
A credentialed opinion on whether a tree is safe, sick, or fine as it is.
Certified Arborist in Arlington →Tree Cutting Service in Arlington
Cutting down trees, cutting back limbs, and cutting up what has already fallen.
Tree Cutting in Arlington →Brush Removal & Hauling in Arlington
Hauling off brush piles, storm debris and yard-waste stacks.
Brush Removal in Arlington →Commercial & HOA Tree Service in Arlington
Property-wide tree work for HOAs, commercial sites, churches and municipalities.
Commercial Tree Service in Arlington →Tree Disease & Pest Treatment in Arlington
Diagnosis and treatment for the diseases that actually kill North Texas trees.
Tree Disease Treatment in Arlington →Tree Surgeon Service in Arlington
The climbing, cutting and rigging work — done by people with the credentials to back the name.
Tree Surgeon in Arlington →Shrub & Hedge Trimming in Arlington
Shaping, thinning and renewing the shrubs and hedges around the house.
Shrub & Hedge Trimming in Arlington →Root Barriers & Root Pruning in Arlington
Redirecting roots away from foundations, drives and pools — without killing the tree.
Root Barriers in Arlington →Why Arlington homeowners call us
Tree work is one of the few home services where the cheapest bid is genuinely dangerous. An uninsured crew that drops a limb through your roof leaves you filing on your own policy, and a crew that tops your oaks leaves you with a bigger problem in five years than the one you started with. We are insured, we send the certificate before we book, and we do not top trees.
The other half of it is diagnosis. A good share of what we get called to look at in Arlington does not need what it was quoted for — it needs deadwood out, a soil correction, or nothing but water and time. Our Certified Arborist visit in Arlington is free, and a second opinion before a four-figure removal is worth having.
Timing oak work in Arlington
Oak wilt is present across North Central Texas, and the single most important rule is timing: the Texas A&M Forest Service advises against pruning oaks between February 1 and June 30, when sap-feeding beetles are active and fresh cuts are how the fungus gets in. If an oak has to be cut in that window — storm damage does not wait — every wound gets painted immediately. We schedule non-urgent oak work in July through January.
FAQ
Tree service in Arlington — common questions
Do I need to be home while you work?
No, as long as we have access and have already walked the job with you. Plenty of Arlington customers are at work while we are there. We will call before we start and send photos when we finish.
What happens to the wood chips?
They leave with us by default. If you want them, say so — chip is good mulch, it is free, and it is better for beds than most of what is sold in bags. Just keep it off the trunk.
Can you work near power lines?
Up to a point. Anything in contact with a service drop or a primary conductor is the utility's to clear first — we do not cut energised lines and neither should anyone who is not a qualified line-clearance crew. We handle everything outside those clearances.
Do you charge extra for difficult access?
It is priced into the quote rather than added afterwards. Access is the single biggest cost driver in this trade, which is why we look at every job in person instead of quoting from a description.
Is there a minimum charge?
There is a practical minimum because getting a crew and equipment to Arlington costs the same whether the job takes one hour or four. If you have several small jobs, bundling them into one visit is much better value.
What if I only want an opinion, not work done?
That is fine and it is free. A fair share of what we look at does not need what it was quoted for. We would rather tell you that and be the people you call next time.
Do you give free estimates in Arlington?
Yes. Someone comes out, looks at the tree, and you get a written price with the scope spelled out — no charge and no obligation. We do not quote tree work over the phone from a description, because the things that change the price (access, what is underneath, how the wood has to come out) are not visible from a description.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Arlington?
We carry general liability and workers' compensation, and we will send the certificate before you book — not after. Texas does not license tree services at state level, which is exactly why the insurance question matters: if an uninsured crew damages your property or injures someone on it, that lands on your homeowner's policy.
Neighbourhoods
Where we work in Arlington
Tree stock, lot size and access change street to street. These are the Arlington neighbourhoods we are in most often.
Timing
Tree care calendar for Arlington
| When | What matters |
|---|---|
| Jan–Feb | Dormant-season pruning. Post oaks in particular should only be worked while fully dormant. |
| Feb 1–Jun 30 | No oak pruning. The sand belt carries a high post and blackjack oak population, so this window matters more here than most. |
| Mar–May | Wet spring on sandy loam over clay means saturated ground and root-plate failures. Leaning trees get assessed now, not later. |
| Jun–Aug | Sand drains fast and dries hard. Established post oaks fail from drought stress here long before they fail from disease. |
| Sep–Oct | Planting window. Avoid disturbing the root zone of any mature post oak — they do not forgive it. |
| Nov–Dec | Best time for removals and for spotting hypoxylon on stressed oaks once the canopy is off. |
Towns nearest Arlington
We are usually working within a few miles of Arlington already.
| Town | Distance | County | Tree service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pantego | 2 mi | Tarrant County | Pantego → |
| Dalworthington Gardens | 2 mi | Tarrant County | Dalworthington Gardens → |
| Kennedale | 8 mi | Tarrant County | Kennedale → |
| Forest Hill | 8 mi | Tarrant County | Forest Hill → |
| Grand Prairie | 9 mi | Tarrant County | Grand Prairie → |
| Richland Hills | 9 mi | Tarrant County | Richland Hills → |
| Mansfield | 10 mi | Tarrant County | Mansfield → |
| Bedford | 10 mi | Tarrant County | Bedford → |
| Euless | 10 mi | Tarrant County | Euless → |
| Everman | 11 mi | Tarrant County | Everman → |
Tree service near Arlington
Arlington sits inside our core route through Tarrant County.
- Pantego
- Dalworthington Gardens
- Kennedale
- Forest Hill
- Grand Prairie
- Richland Hills
- Mansfield
- Bedford
- Euless
- Everman
Browse every city we serve in Tarrant County, or see the full service area.
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.
Free tree service estimate in Arlington
Tell us what you are looking at. We will come out, look at it properly, and put a written price on it — with no pressure to book.
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Storm and hazard calls are answered outside office hours.