Pricing & Estimates
Tree removal in Wentzville typically runs:
- Small trees (under 30 ft): $250–$500
- Medium trees (30–60 ft): $500–$1,200
- Large trees (60–100 ft): $1,200–$2,200
- Extra-large (100 ft+): $2,200–$3,500
Completely free, zero obligation. We come out, assess the job, answer your questions, and leave you with a written flat-rate quote. If you decide not to proceed — for any reason or no reason — there's no invoice, no follow-up pressure, nothing. We'd rather earn your business with honest pricing than pressure anyone into a decision they're not comfortable with.
National cost averages blend prices from rural areas with expensive coastal cities — they're rarely accurate for a specific local market. If your quote is higher than you expected, it's almost always for one of these reasons: the tree is larger in diameter than it looks from the ground, it's closer to a structure than it appears, equipment access to your property is restricted, or it's a species (like a dead ash) that requires extra care. We're always happy to walk through your quote line by line and explain every factor.
Not as a blanket rule — but trees near structures do require more time and precision. A tree in an open yard can often be felled in one controlled direction. A tree wedged between your house, fence, and power lines requires careful sectional removal with rigging — which takes longer and involves more risk management. That added complexity is reflected in the quote, not tacked on as a surprise. You'll know the full price before we start.
Full cleanup is always included — no exceptions. Every job includes complete removal of all branches and debris from the property, chipping and hauling, raking of the work area, and a final walkthrough with you before we leave. The one thing not automatically included is stump grinding — that's priced separately but almost always offered as a discounted add-on when combined with a removal.
Scheduling & Availability
Most standard jobs are scheduled within 1–3 business days of your free estimate. For non-urgent jobs booked in advance (especially during our slower fall and winter season), we can often accommodate specific date requests. Emergency jobs — trees on structures, blocked access, active hazards — are prioritized and typically dispatched within 1–3 hours of your call. Call (636) 288-5568 any time for emergencies.
We work in light rain and cold weather without issue — in fact, some of our best trimming work happens on overcast winter days. We reschedule standard jobs in lightning, heavy rain, or high wind conditions where safe operation isn't possible. If we need to push your appointment due to weather, we'll contact you the morning of your scheduled date and get you rescheduled promptly. Emergency response goes out in any conditions that are safe to operate in.
Late winter (January through mid-March) is the best window for most species — trees are dormant, wounds heal quickly when growth resumes, and pests are inactive. The critical exception: never trim oak trees April through June due to oak wilt risk. That window is non-negotiable for all oak species. Read our full Missouri seasonal trimming guide for species-specific timing.
Safety, Insurance & Liability
Yes — we carry full general liability insurance and workers' compensation on every job. If something is damaged on your property during our work, you are protected and we take full responsibility. Before hiring any tree service, always ask for proof of insurance — and verify it. An uninsured crew working on your property means any injury or damage falls back on your homeowner's policy. We provide certificates of insurance on request for commercial accounts.
Most homeowner's policies cover tree removal when a storm causes a tree to fall on a covered structure — your home, garage, or another insured building. Trees that fell in your yard without hitting anything are usually not covered, or subject to a small sublimit (often $500–$1,000). Removing a living hazard tree before it falls is almost never covered — that's a maintenance expense. The key steps: document everything with photos before any cleanup, call your insurance provider immediately after the storm, and report before work begins. We provide written documentation and receipts to support your claim.
In Missouri, if a healthy tree falls on your house due to a storm, your homeowner's insurance generally covers the damage to your structure — regardless of whose property the tree came from. If the neighbor's tree was visibly dead or diseased and they were notified of the hazard before the failure, they may bear greater liability. This is ultimately a legal and insurance question — your insurance adjuster and potentially an attorney are the right resources here. What we can do: we respond immediately to clear the tree from your structure and provide written documentation of the tree's condition for your claim.
Permits & Regulations
For trees on your private residential property, no permit is required in most cases. Missouri has no statewide tree removal permit, and Wentzville's tree ordinance primarily governs city-owned property. Three situations that do require checking first: (1) trees in the city right-of-way — the strip between the sidewalk and street — which require contacting Wentzville Community Development; (2) new construction projects with significant clearing, which typically need a grading permit; and (3) HOA-governed properties where your association may have stricter rules than the city. See our full Wentzville permit guide.
Yes — we provide written estimates and detailed scope-of-work documentation formatted for HOA approval submissions at no extra charge. Many Wentzville and St. Charles County HOAs require written notice or board approval before tree removal. We're familiar with this process and will provide whatever documentation your HOA needs. Just let us know when you call that you'll need HOA documentation and we'll include it with your estimate.
Under Missouri law, yes — you have the right to trim branches from a neighbor's tree that overhang your property, but only back to the property line, and without causing significant damage to the tree overall. You cannot enter your neighbor's property to do this without permission. If the trimming you're considering would substantially damage or kill the tree, you could face liability. We recommend talking to your neighbor first — we can often perform the work in a way that satisfies both parties and properly heals the pruning wounds.
Emerald Ash Borer & Tree Disease
The key signs are: D-shaped exit holes (about 1/8 inch wide) in the bark, S-shaped feeding galleries visible under peeling bark, crown dieback starting at the top of the canopy and working downward, heavy woodpecker activity stripping bark from the trunk, and epicormic sprouts (clusters of weak shoots) growing from the trunk. EAB is confirmed in every Missouri county including all of St. Charles County — if you have ash trees and haven't had them assessed, call us. Free EAB assessment is included with every estimate visit. Read our full EAB guide for Wentzville.
It depends on how far the infestation has progressed. Trees with less than 30–50% canopy dieback may still be candidates for systemic insecticide treatment — emamectin benzoate trunk injections administered by a licensed pesticide applicator. Trees with more than 50% canopy loss, bark sloughing, or significant structural deterioration should be removed before they become hazards. We assess each ash tree individually and give you an honest recommendation. If treatment is viable, we refer you to licensed applicators in the county. If removal is the right call, we handle it safely.
Oak wilt is a deadly fungal disease that spreads via sap beetles attracted to fresh pruning wounds on oak trees. In Missouri, these beetles are most active from April through June — making any pruning cut on an oak during this window a potential infection point. Red oaks are the most susceptible and can die within weeks of infection. The rule is absolute: no oak trimming April 1 through June 30. Storm damage to oaks during this period should be sealed immediately with wound paint or latex paint. See our full Missouri trimming timing guide.
About Wentzville Tree Care
We're based in Wentzville, MO (63385) and serve all of St. Charles County — with no travel surcharges within the county. This includes Wentzville, Lake Saint Louis, O'Fallon, Cottleville, Dardenne Prairie, St. Peters, Wright City, Foristell, New Melle, Weldon Spring, and St. Charles. See our full service area page.
Locally owned and operated — not a franchise, not a call center, not a lead-generation company that dispatches strangers. When you call us, you reach people who work here. When we show up for your estimate, the same people who quoted the job are doing the job. We build our reputation one job at a time in one community — which means every job matters more to us than it does to a national chain. Read more on our About Us page.
Yes — we work with HOAs, property management companies, apartment complexes, retail centers, office parks, schools, and churches throughout St. Charles County. We offer after-hours and weekend scheduling to minimize disruption, provide certificates of insurance on request, deliver written job completion reports, and offer consolidated invoicing for multi-property accounts. See our commercial tree service page for details.
Yes — our emergency line is answered by a real person 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including weekends and holidays. For active emergencies — tree on a roof, blocked driveway, hanging limbs over occupied areas, trees contacting structures — call (636) 288-5568 immediately. Emergency response carries a premium over standard scheduling, but we prioritize by severity and dispatch as quickly as conditions allow. If power lines are involved, call Ameren Missouri at 1-800-552-7583 first — we can't work until the utility confirms the scene is safe.