Proudly Serving St. Louis County, MO and Jefferson County, MO

Tree Removal and Cutting

Not every problem tree needs to come all the way out. Sometimes it needs a hard trim, a few limbs cut back, or a section of your property cleared — and sometimes full removal really is the right call.

Tree Removal and Cutting in St. Louis, MO

RLB Tree Service has handled tree cutting and removal for St. Louis County and Jefferson County properties since 1981.

Our tree cutting and removal services include:

  • Routine tree cutting and trimming
  • Property and lot clearing for construction or landscaping
  • Full tree removal, when that's genuinely necessary
  • Hazardous tree assessment
  • Stump grinding
  • Storm damage cleanup


Not sure which one you need? Request a free estimate and we'll tell you honestly what your property needs — not just what's easiest for us to sell.

Your Property Deserves the Best Care

Most tree cutting and removal calls come down to one of these:

  • Overcrowded or overgrown trees that need cutting back, not necessarily removal
  • A property being cleared for new construction or landscaping
  • Trees too close to buildings, power lines, or a driveway
  • A dead or dying tree that's become a safety risk
  • Storm-damaged trees or limbs that need cleanup


We'll walk the property with you, tell you which of these applies, and recommend the least drastic option that actually solves the problem — cutting and trimming when that's enough, full removal only when it's genuinely the right call.

Get In Contact With RLB Tree Service Today!

Reach out Today to Get Your Questions Answered

  • How do I know if a tree needs cutting back or full removal?

    It depends on what's actually wrong. Overcrowding, a few dead branches, or growth that's gotten out of hand usually just needs cutting and trimming. Full removal is really only necessary for trees with serious decay, major root damage, or a lean that's become a genuine safety risk. We'll assess the tree and tell you honestly which category it falls into.

  • How often should trees on my property be cut back or trimmed?

    For most trees, every one to three years keeps growth manageable and prevents the kind of overcrowding that eventually forces a bigger job. Fast-growing species or trees near structures may need more frequent attention. We can recommend a schedule once we've seen your property.

  • What's involved in clearing a property for construction or landscaping?

    It depends on the scope — anything from cutting back a few trees to make room, to removing several trees and grinding stumps to leave a clear, buildable lot. We'll assess what's there, tell you what can stay, and give you a clear quote for what needs to come down or back.

Whether it's a few overgrown trees that need cutting back, a lot that needs clearing, or a tree that truly needs to come down, we'll give you a clear, honest quote before any work starts.


Request your free estimate today and see exactly what your property needs.