Safe, insured tree removal for University Hills homeowners. Dead trees, leaning trees, storm-damaged trees — removed cleanly with full cleanup included. Free estimates. $0 deposit.
$0 deposit • Fully insured • Free estimate • Cleanup included
University Hills has many original-owner homes with trees planted decades ago. We help longtime homeowners keep their canopy healthy and their roofline clear.
University Hills has 60-year-old original landscaping with trees that are reaching end-of-life. We help with planned removals over time so the property never goes bare all at once.
These are typical 2025 ranges from removals in the Austin area. Big national companies carry office overhead and branded fleets — that cost shows up in your quote. We keep it lean: insured crew, direct owner communication, no deposit, fair price.
| Job type | Typical big-company range | Our typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Small tree (under 25 ft) | $600 – $1,200 | $350 – $750 |
| Medium tree (25–50 ft) | $1,200 – $2,500 | $700 – $1,400 |
| Large tree (over 50 ft) | $2,500 – $5,500 | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Emergency / hazard upcharge | +50% on base price | +20% on base price |
Real ranges from Austin-area removals in 2025. Final price depends on tree size, access, proximity to structures, and risk. We always give a free, written estimate before any work begins.
Send us photos of the tree and your current estimate. We'll send you a fair, written second opinion within 24 hours — no obligation, no pressure. Same insured, professional work, smarter pricing.
These are the situations we see most often in University Hills — if any sound like your tree, call or text photos for a fast estimate.
Call or text photos of the tree. We give a written estimate — usually same day for University Hills — with no obligation.
Once you approve, we schedule the work. Standard removals in University Hills are typically scheduled within 3–7 days; emergencies as soon as our crew is free.
Our crew arrives with bucket truck, rigging, and chipper. Most University Hills jobs use sectional rigging — lowering pieces by rope — to protect your house, fence, and yard.
We chip all brush, haul off logs, and rake the area. Optional add-on: stump grinding 4–6 inches below grade.
$0 deposit on most jobs. Payment is due when the work is complete and you're satisfied.
General liability + workers' comp. Certificate of Insurance available before we start.
Pay when the job is done and you're happy. No money up front on most jobs.
Based in 78752 — University Hills is in our core service area.
Chips, brush, logs — all hauled off. We leave your yard clean.
Storm damage, leaning trees — we respond same-day when schedule allows.
You talk to the owner from estimate to completion — no call-center runaround.
Tree removal in University Hills typically runs $400–$2,400 depending on tree size, location, and access. Small trees under 25 feet start near the low end. Large trees near houses, fences, or power lines cost more because we use rigging to lower sections safely. We always give a free, no-obligation written estimate before any work begins.
Inside Austin city limits, trees 19 inches in diameter or larger may be protected and require a permit. Heritage live oak and pecan trees are protected at any size. In suburbs like Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Cedar Park, rules vary by city and HOA — we know the local requirements and can help you navigate the permit process if needed.
Yes. Douglas Tree Service carries full general liability and workers' compensation insurance. We can email you a Certificate of Insurance before we start work. Never hire an uninsured tree company in University Hills — if something goes wrong, the liability falls on you.
Stump grinding is a separate service but we offer it as an add-on with most removals in University Hills. We grind 4–6 inches below grade and haul off the chips, leaving you ready to plant grass, sod, or a new tree.
For emergencies — a tree on a house, leaning over a roof, or blocking a driveway — we respond as fast as possible, often same-day when our schedule allows. Standard removals are typically scheduled within 3–7 days of accepting the estimate.
Call or text photos of your tree for the fastest quote.
$0 deposit • Fully insured • Free estimate • Cleanup included