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Dead Wood Removal

RLB Tree Service has been removing dead wood safely for St. Louis County and Jefferson County property owners since 1981.

Dead Wood Removal in St. Louis, MO

Dead wood doesn't heal. Once a limb dies, it only gets weaker, drier, and more likely to fail — often without warning. RLB Tree Service has been removing dead wood safely for St. Louis County and Jefferson County property owners since 1981.

Here's what our dead wood removal service includes:

  • A close inspection to identify which limbs are dead, dying, or just look rough
  • Careful removal that protects the healthy parts of the tree
  • A safety-first approach, especially for limbs over structures, driveways, or walkways
  • A plain-language assessment of your tree's overall health
  • Straightforward recommendations for what to watch next


If you can see dead branches from the ground, it's worth a second look. Call us today at (636) 274-9590 for a free estimate and we'll tell you exactly what we find.

A Silent Threat to Your Property

A dead limb doesn't ask permission before it comes down. Left alone, dead wood creates real problems:

  • Branches can fall without warning, in calm weather as easily as in a storm
  • Falling limbs can damage roofs, cars, fences, or people
  • Dead wood attracts insects and disease that can spread to healthy parts of the tree
  • It weakens the tree's overall structure over time
  • It can make a property look neglected, which matters if you're selling



Catching dead wood early is almost always cheaper than dealing with what it damages on the way down..

Get In Contact With RLB Tree Service Today!

Reach Out To Get Your Questions Answered

  • How often should I have dead wood removed from my trees?

    Most trees benefit from a yearly look, ideally at the start of the growing season. If you've had severe weather or a drought, it's worth checking sooner — both can kill limbs that looked fine the season before. We can help set a schedule based on your specific trees.

  • Can removing dead wood actually improve a tree's health?

    Yes. Dead branches are an easy way in for pests and disease, and they don't do the tree any good sitting there. Removing them lets the tree put its energy into healthy growth, and proper pruning during the process improves airflow and sunlight to the branches that remain.

  • Can I remove dead wood myself, or do I need a professional?

    Small, low branches you can reach safely from the ground are usually fine to handle yourself. Anything larger, higher up, or near a structure or power line is a job for a professional — the risk of a fall or a bad cut is real, and it's easy to damage a tree without meaning to. We also tend to spot other issues while we're up there.

Notice dead branches you're not sure about? We'll come take a look, tell you honestly whether it's a same-day problem or something to keep an eye on, and give you a free, no-pressure estimate either way.


Request your free quote or call us at (636) 274-9590 to get on the schedule.