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From routine tree care to complex removals, our Arborists in Dripping Springs deliver reliable, thorough service with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction. Trust Lees Trees Services to provide expert solutions tailored to the unique needs of your property.
The Hill Country's Trusted Tree Care Company
Lees Trees Services is a full-service tree service company serving homeowners and property managers across Dripping Springs and Hays County. With more than 20 years of experience in the Texas Hill Country, we handle trimming, removal, stump grinding, and tree health work on the live oaks, cedar elms, and Ashe junipers that define this region. Whether you have a hazardous limb over the house or an oak showing signs of disease, our certified arborists give you a straight assessment and a clear estimate up front.
Texas Hill Country Soil, Drought, and Oak Wilt and What They Do to Your Trees
Trees in Dripping Springs grow in some of the toughest conditions in Central Texas. Thin caliche and limestone soils give roots little to hold onto, so large trees on Hill Country lots are more likely to fail in high wind. Long droughts and triple-digit summers stress live oaks and open the door to oak wilt, which spreads tree to tree through connected root systems and can wipe out a stand of oaks in a few seasons.
Flash flooding through the creek corridors adds erosion and root damage on top of that. Lees Trees Services works around these conditions with ISA-certified arborists, structural pruning to ANSI A300 standards, sealed cuts and proper timing to limit oak wilt spread, and deep-root fertilization built for caliche soils. We treat the cause, not just the symptom, so you keep the mature canopy that makes a Hill Country property what it is.
Why Hill Country Property Owners Trust Us With Their Trees
We have served the Texas Hill Country for over 20 years, from Dripping Springs and Wimberley to Belterra, Spicewood, and Driftwood. Our crews are ISA-certified, fully insured, and trained to work safely around homes, power lines, and the steep, wooded lots common out here. You get a clear scope and a written estimate before any saw starts, and we leave the site clean.
Transparent Pricing, Flexible Scheduling & Local Arborist Expertise
Lees Trees Services stands out in the industry with transparent pricing, flexible scheduling, and trusted local expertise. Homeowners and property managers looking for affordable tree care estimates and long-term landscape value appreciate our honest approach and commitment to quality service.
Our licensed and insured team works around your schedule, provides detailed estimates, and ensures complete cleanup after every project. By prioritizing clear communication, reliability, and customer satisfaction, our Arborist in Dripping Springs helps you make confident decisions about your trees and property care.
Lees Trees Services is Texas Hill Country's #1 Tree Service Company
Not only do trees add an immense amount of beauty to a property, but they also provide shade and a place to rest outside after a long day. At Lees Trees Services, serving Spicewood, Dripping Springs, Johnson City, and Wimberley TX, we provide all of the tree care services your tree needs to continue adding beauty and shade to your property. We encourage all tree owners to be proactive about caring for their trees with tree maintenance, including: pest control, fertilization, canopy thinning, and tree trimming services. All these services ensure your tree is healthy and will continue to thrive for many years. Additionally, the removal of dead branches and overhang protects you from being liable to damages that occur to your neighbor’s property should a tree branch fall off your tree.
OUR SERVICES in LEE’S TREES SERVICES
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Tree Trimming
The one thing we see most often in the Austin and surrounding area is the over pruning of trees. Our tree trimming services keep your trees in perfect shape, while our tree pruning services ensure their health and longevity.
Tree Removal
At Lees Trees Services, we redefine excellence in tree removal. Trust our skilled Arborists and climbers in Dripping Springs to expertly eliminate any tree in your property.
Emergency Service
In the event of an emergency situation pertaining to your experience, our Aborists in Dripping Springs are here to help you when you are in need.
Arborist
We offer top-tier Arborist services tailored to elevate your greenery, featuring expert insights, and precise tree care.
Tree Surgeon
Enhance your outdoor environment with our professional tree surgeon services. Maintain the health and beauty of your trees.
Fertilization
Nourish your trees to thrive with our specialized tree fertilization services, providing you tailored solutions for your outdoor space..
Insect and Disease Treatment
Safeguard your trees with our targeted tree insect and disease treatment services.
Commercial and Residential Tree Services
With over 30 years’ experience in and around the Texas Hill Country, including Dripping Springs, Belterra, Spicewood, Kyle, Buda, Wimberley, and Lakeway, Lees Trees can manage all of your tree-related requirements, including tree removal, Oak Wilt treatment, cedar posts, firewood and mulch.
- Tree Trimming and Pruning
- Storm Damage Tree Cleanup
- Crown Cleaning
- Deadwood Removal
- Canopy Thinning
- Shaping and Sculpting
- Tree Removal
- Hazardous Tree Removal
- Emergency Tree Removal
- Stump Removal
- Tree Health
- Maintenance
- Disease and Pest Control
- Fertilization
- Deep Root Feeding
- Land Clearing and Brush Removal
“He does high quality work, is very timely and his people clean up after themselves. Plus, his costs are reasonable. I would recommend him to anyone who needs tree work done.”
John Edwards, Dripping Springs
“Great crew that works diligently and did a great job on my property. I will hire them again!”
Stephanie Pope, REALTOR
“I have had Lees Trees trim my trees twice and both times they did an excellent job.”
Matt Reese
“Amazing professionalism, will be using these guys from now on”
Hunter Slade
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Tell us what the tree is doing and where it is. We will give you an honest assessment and a written estimate, with no pressure to book.
How Texas Hill Country Soil Affects Your Trees and What to Do About It
The rugged beauty of the Texas Hill Country is undeniable, with its rolling hills and majestic oak trees. But beneath this picturesque landscape lies a unique and often challenging foundation: the soil. Primarily composed of rocky, alkaline limestone-based clay, our local soil profoundly impacts the health, growth, and resilience of your trees. Understanding its characteristics is the first step toward creating a thriving landscape that stands the test of time and weather.
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When to Call a Tree Service in Dripping Springs
Not sure whether your tree needs attention now or can wait until next season? Use this quick guide to decide before the next Hill Country storm.
| What you see | What it likely means | How urgent |
|---|---|---|
| Dead or hanging limbs over the house | Failure risk in the next wind event | Call now |
| Live oak leaves browning along the veins in summer | Possible oak wilt, spreads through roots | Call now |
| Lean or soil cracks at the base after a storm | Root failure in shallow caliche soil | Call now |
| Dense canopy with no recent pruning | Weak structure, higher storm damage risk | Schedule pruning |
| Stump left after a removal | Sprouts, pests, and replanting blocked | Schedule grinding |
Tree Service Areas Across Dripping Springs and the Hill Country
We serve Dripping Springs and the surrounding Hays County and Hill Country communities. If you do not see your area listed, call us. We likely cover it.
- Dripping Springs
- Wimberley
- Belterra
- Driftwood
- Spicewood
- Henly
- Nutty Brown
- Bear Creek
- Woodcreek
- Cedar Valley
- Buda
- Kyle
- Lakeway
- Leander
- Oak Hill
Tree Service in Dripping Springs, TX: Common Questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Dripping Springs?
Tree removal rules vary by jurisdiction and subdivision in Hays County,
and some HOAs and the City of Dripping Springs regulate protected or
heritage trees. We help you confirm what applies to your property before
any work begins.
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Hays County tree-removal rules and link the official .gov page using
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How much does tree removal cost in Dripping Springs?
Price depends on the tree's size, location, lean, and how close it is to structures or power lines. A small tree in an open yard costs far less than a large oak over a roof. We give a free written estimate before any work starts.
When is the safest time to trim oak trees in the Hill Country?
To reduce oak wilt risk, oaks should not be pruned during the high-risk spread window in spring. We prune oaks in the cooler months and seal every cut immediately, following accepted oak wilt protocols for Central Texas.
Do you offer emergency tree service after a storm?
Yes. When a tree falls on a home, fence, or driveway, we respond fast, make the site safe, and document the damage for your insurer.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Our crews are ISA-certified and fully insured, so you are covered before any saw starts.
Lees Trees Services helps homeowners and property managers maintain safe, healthy trees by providing full-service tree care performed by trained climbers and Certified Arborists. We proudly serve Dripping Springs, Belterra, Blanco, Driftwood, Johnson City, Spicewood, Wimberley, Bee Cave, Buda, Kyle, Henly, Bear Creek, Woodcreek, Cedar Valley, Oak Hill, and the surrounding areas.