Tree Service Affton MO
Thompson Tree Care and Landscaping is a licensed and insured tree service in south St. Louis County. For Affton homeowners we remove trees, grind stumps, and clear storm damage, with 24/7 emergency calls and free estimates. Call (314) 712-3035 or request an estimate online.
Who Handles Tree Work in Affton, an Unincorporated Part of South County?
Thompson Tree Care and Landscaping does. Affton sits along Gravois Road in south St. Louis County and has no city government of its own, so a tree question here goes to St. Louis County, to your subdivision, or to you, depending on where the trunk stands. Our crew works from the same side of the county, and we start every Affton estimate by working out who is responsible for the tree.
That matters more than it sounds. A homeowner who calls a city hall that does not exist loses days. We tell you up front whether the tree is yours to remove, whether a street or utility right-of-way is involved, and whether your subdivision indenture might ask for approval. The 63123 zip code is mostly modest, mid-century housing, and the answer is usually simple. For anything near the road, check with the county first.
What Tree Jobs Come Up Most on Affton Streets?
Affton is largely brick bungalows, Cape Cods, and ranch houses from the middle of the last century, built on smaller lots where one big tree often shades the whole yard. Five jobs lead the list:
- Failing Bradford pears. Planted widely in postwar yards, they split in storms. See tree removal.
- Silver maple limbs over roofs. Fast growers with brittle wood; regular trimming keeps limbs off shingles.
- Dead ash trees. Emerald ash borer has killed ash across the region; a bare-topped ash near a garage is a dangerous tree.
- Trees against fences and garages. Limited space means rope-lowered sections, covered under storm damage tree removal after a blow-down.
- Stumps left behind. Lawn mowers and kids do not mix with old stumps, so stump grinding follows most removals.
Not sure which one you have? Send a photo through the contact page or call (314) 712-3035.
What Happens to the Stump After an Affton Tree Comes Down?
A stump left in a small Affton yard takes up room you do not have. We can grind it below grade the same visit as the removal, then rake out the chips. Prices run about $100–$500 per stump by diameter, according to our stump grinding cost guide.
Grinding leaves no stump to mow around and no hole to fill.
Do County Rules Apply to a Tree on My Affton Lot?
For a tree standing entirely on your own lot, usually not. The county and your subdivision matter when the tree is in the road right-of-way, near utility lines, or part of a development with trustees who review changes. Check with St. Louis County before removing a tree near the road. The arborist consultation page explains how we assess a questionable tree.
Thompson Tree Care offers free estimates, plus senior and veteran discounts, throughout Affton.
Last Updated: October 2026
Which Tree Services Are Affton Homeowners Booking?
Removal, stump grinding, and storm cleanup account for most calls from Affton homes and 63123 yards.
Tree Removal
- Removal of failing pears, dead ash, and storm-split trees.
Stump Grinding
- Stumps ground below grade with the chips raked out.
Storm Damage Tree Removal
- Cleanup of blown-down trees on roofs, fences, and garages.
Dangerous Tree Removal
- Controlled takedowns of trees leaning toward structures or lines.
Emergency Tree Service
- 24/7 response when a tree is on the house or blocking the drive.
Tree Trimming & Pruning
- Limb removal and roof clearance for maples and oaks.
“A+ for Thompson Tree Care! Jodie and his crew came out after a bad storm had wreaked havoc in my yard. They did an extraordinary job chopping up, removing, and mulching up multiple large trees. Jodie provided the winning estimate and was prompt and professional.”
Affton Tree Service FAQ
Affton is an unincorporated community in south St. Louis County, so there is no Affton city hall. St. Louis County rules apply, and some subdivisions add their own indentures or trustee requirements. Check with the county about trees near the road, and Thompson Tree Care can point you to the right office.
Often, yes. Bradford pears are known for narrow branch angles that tear apart in wind, and once a main stem has split, the tree rarely recovers its strength. We look at how much of the structure is still sound before recommending removal. Our post on Bradford pear problems explains why.
Most stumps run $100–$500 to grind, with small stumps under 12 inches at the low end and stumps over 24 inches near the top. Several stumps in one visit usually lowers the per-stump price. The stump grinding cost guide shows the numbers by diameter.
Usually. Crews climb and lower sections by rope, and smaller tracked machines fit through many side gates. On older Affton lots with a detached garage and a fence close to the tree, that is the standard approach. If a job truly cannot be done safely, we say so in the free estimate.
Yes. Thompson Tree Care answers emergency calls 24/7 for trees on houses, cars, or utility lines. If a line is down, stay clear and call the utility first. Emergency tree service is available across Affton and the rest of south St. Louis County.