Cut to the collar, never topped
Topping a tree forces weak, fast regrowth that snaps in the next storm. We never do it. Every cut lands at the branch collar so the tree seals and stays healthy. Deadwood comes out first, then structure cuts shape the crown, then clearance cuts pull limbs off the roof, drive, and service lines to distances that account for regrowth.
The Texas oak rule
If you have live oaks or red oaks, timing matters: oak wilt spreads most between February and July, so we schedule oak trims around that window. It's a detail plenty of crews skip and one of the fastest ways to lose a mature oak in North Texas.
Before and after, same visit
A proper structural trim changes the whole yard: light back on the lawn, no limbs grinding the shingles, a canopy you can see through instead of a dark mass. Most full-yard trims in the DFW area run $350 to $1,500, and every trim ends with the same cleanup pass our reviews keep writing about.
Sixty seconds of taps. One free walk-through. One written number.
Take the online tree check and Rommel knows your situation before he pulls up. Zero pressure, estimate good for 30 days.
Questions homeowners ask
How much does tree trimming cost in DFW?
Most residential trims run $350 to $1,500 per visit depending on tree count and size. Your written estimate is free and includes haul-off of every limb.
When should oaks be trimmed in Texas?
Avoid pruning oaks between February and July, when oak wilt spreads. We schedule oak work outside that window or take proper precautions when a hazard can't wait.
Will trimming hurt my tree?
Not done right. We cut to the branch collar so the tree seals naturally, and we never top trees. Correct trimming makes a tree healthier and more storm resistant.
How often should trees be trimmed?
Most North Texas shade trees do well on a 2 to 3 year cycle, with a quick annual check for deadwood and roof clearance.