Tree Service in Keene, Texas
Tree trimming, removal, stump grinding, land clearing and storm response across Keene and Johnson County. Licensed and insured, Certified Arborist on staff, and every estimate is free and in writing.
Who provides tree service in Keene, TX?
Tree Service Pros is a full-service tree company serving Keene, Texas serving a community of about 6,387. We handle tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, land clearing, storm damage and emergency work across Keene and the rest of Johnson County. Estimates are free and written, we are insured, and a Certified Arborist is on staff. Call (817) 508-9940.
Keene runs to about 6,387 people, close enough to Fort Worth (25 miles) to be on our regular route rather than a special trip.
Tree work in Keene is shaped by the soil more than anything else. Root plates here are wide and shallow because there is nowhere to go down — limestone is often less than two feet under the grass. The species that handle it — live oak, cedar elm, Texas ash — are the ones you see on every mature street, and iron chlorosis is their recurring problem.
We are regularly within a few minutes of Keene: Coyote Flats (4 mi), Cleburne (4 mi), Joshua (5 mi) and Alvarado (6 mi) are all on the same route.
- City
- KeeneJohnson County
- Population
- 6,387U.S. Census
- From Fort Worth
- 25 mion our regular route
- Estimates
- Freewritten, no obligation
- ZIP codes
- 76059
At a glance
Tree care in Keene — the short version
| City | Keene, Texas |
|---|---|
| County | Johnson County |
| Population | 6,387 |
| ZIP codes | 76059 |
| From Fort Worth | 25 miles |
| 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 |
| Oak pruning window | July – January |
| Best planting window | October – February |
Straight answers
Keene — straight answers
How much does tree service cost in Keene?
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 Keene?
Estimates usually within a couple of business days — Keene is 25 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 Keene?
Iron chlorosis. Keene soil runs about pH 7.8–8.3, 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 Keene
What we do in Keene, TX
Each of these has its own page with local pricing, process and answers.
Tree Trimming & Pruning in Keene
Crown cleaning, raising, thinning and deadwood removal on an ANSI A300 standard.
Tree Trimming in Keene →Tree Removal in Keene
Safe, insured removal of dead, dying, damaged or badly-placed trees.
Tree Removal in Keene →Stump Grinding & Stump Removal in Keene
Grinding stumps 6–12 inches below grade so the ground can be re-used.
Stump Grinding in Keene →Land Clearing & Lot Clearing in Keene
Clearing brush, scrub and trees off building pads, pasture and fence lines.
Land Clearing in Keene →Tree Pruning in Keene
Structural and health pruning — the cuts that change how a tree grows.
Tree Pruning in Keene →Emergency & Storm Damage Tree Service in Keene
Storm response for trees on houses, drives, fences and power drops.
Emergency Tree Service in Keene →Certified Arborist in Keene
A credentialed opinion on whether a tree is safe, sick, or fine as it is.
Certified Arborist in Keene →Tree Cutting Service in Keene
Cutting down trees, cutting back limbs, and cutting up what has already fallen.
Tree Cutting in Keene →Brush Removal & Hauling in Keene
Hauling off brush piles, storm debris and yard-waste stacks.
Brush Removal in Keene →Commercial & HOA Tree Service in Keene
Property-wide tree work for HOAs, commercial sites, churches and municipalities.
Commercial Tree Service in Keene →Tree Disease & Pest Treatment in Keene
Diagnosis and treatment for the diseases that actually kill North Texas trees.
Tree Disease Treatment in Keene →Tree Surgeon Service in Keene
The climbing, cutting and rigging work — done by people with the credentials to back the name.
Tree Surgeon in Keene →Shrub & Hedge Trimming in Keene
Shaping, thinning and renewing the shrubs and hedges around the house.
Shrub & Hedge Trimming in Keene →Root Barriers & Root Pruning in Keene
Redirecting roots away from foundations, drives and pools — without killing the tree.
Root Barriers in Keene →Why Keene 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 Keene 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 Keene is free, and a second opinion before a four-figure removal is worth having.
Timing oak work in Keene
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 Keene — common questions
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.
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.
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.
Will you damage my lawn or sprinkler system?
We plate or mat soft ground before anything heavy crosses it, and we ask you to flag sprinkler heads and low-voltage lighting, which do not show up on a utility locate. Some rutting is possible on saturated ground — if it happens, repairing it is on us.
What payment methods do you take?
All standard forms — card, check, cash and bank transfer. On larger jobs a deposit is normal with the balance due on completion, after you have seen the finished work. We do not ask for payment in full before starting.
Do you clean up afterwards?
Completely. Brush chipped and hauled, wood removed or stacked as you prefer, ground raked and blown off. We walk the site with you before we leave. Clean-up is included in the quoted price — it is not a line item that appears later.
How soon can you get to my property in Keene?
Estimates in Keene are usually within a couple of business days. Scheduled work typically runs one to two weeks out depending on season — spring and post-storm periods are busiest. Hazard situations get moved to the front of the queue.
Are you licensed and insured to work in Keene?
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.
Timing
Tree care calendar for Keene
| 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. |
Towns nearest Keene
We are usually working within a few miles of Keene already.
| Town | Distance | County | Tree service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coyote Flats | 4 mi | Johnson County | Coyote Flats → |
| Cleburne | 4 mi | Johnson County | Cleburne → |
| Joshua | 5 mi | Johnson County | Joshua → |
| Alvarado | 6 mi | Johnson County | Alvarado → |
| Cross Timber | 7 mi | Johnson County | Cross Timber → |
| Burleson | 8 mi | Johnson County | Burleson → |
| Briaroaks | 8 mi | Johnson County | Briaroaks → |
| Rio Vista | 10 mi | Johnson County | Rio Vista → |
| Lillian | 12 mi | Johnson County | Lillian → |
| Grandview | 13 mi | Johnson County | Grandview → |
Tree service near Keene
Keene sits inside our core route through Johnson County.
Browse every city we serve in Johnson 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 Keene
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.