Top-rated arborists.

Get matched with top arborists in Universal City, TX

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your arboricultural service project in Universal City, TX?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

TRUSTED BY UNIVERSAL CITY, TX HOMEOWNERS

  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.5
    Average homeowner rating
  • Verified reviews icon3.2k+
    Verified arboricultural services reviews

Find Arborists in Universal City

Avatar for Jesus Luna Tree Service
Jesus Luna Tree Service
4.9(
133
)
Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! I had a huge, tall Mesquite Tree in a very narrow area at the gate entrance to my yard. I spoke on the phone with Mr. Luna, he arrived promptly, and he and his crew were able to take down that big tree, removed all cut limbs & logs, and blew off the sawdust within 3 hours. I highly recommend Mr. Luna. His company is Jesus Luna Tree Services, and I will hire him again when necessary."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+90

Response time9 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Aguilera Tree Service and more
Aguilera Tree Service and more
5.0(
41
)
Tree Removal

Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional crew showed up when they said they would and cleaned area when they were done. Trees look great the envy of the street. Would absolutely hire again if I need any tree service done again."
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs
My jobs

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Steel Roots Tree Services LLC
Steel Roots Tree Services LLC
5.0(
16
)
Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steel Root Tree Services highly exceeded our expectations. They came out a gave us a quote within a day or so and from that point forward they followed up with us for scheduling while maintaining great communication. They were always engaged with us from start to finish. We had 5 huge evergreen love oak trees removed which took two days to complete the project. They busted there a*% from start to finish and I HIGHLY recommend them for any tree service."
Palm removal
Palm removal
Palm removal
Stump 4
Stumps 1, 2, & 3

+3

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Cristian Luna Tree Service
Cristian Luna Tree Service
4.4(
105
)
Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Cristian came out right away to check out what needed to be done, offered me a quote that couldn’t be beat and got to work right away. I would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking for a quality tree trimming job at an affordable price. I will be calling him in the future for sure."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
148 neighbors recently requested a quote
L & R Landscaping
4.8(
91
)
Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Universal City, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"L & R performed a tree removal at my home. They arrived at a timely manner, they were professional and provided a great service at a very reasonable price. I really appreciate the hard work and how easy they made the whole process. I would definitely recommend them."
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 497
Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

It may not be worth it to rake every leaf in your yard, but it’s necessary to remove the majority of leaves to prevent them from smothering grass growth on your lawn. However, raking leaves isn’t your only option for leaf removal. You can remove leaves easily with a leaf blower or compost or mulch them with your lawn mower to repurpose them to help grow your garden or yard.

The Universal City, TX homeowners’ guide to arboricultural services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.