Tree Service Clayton MO
Thompson Tree Care and Landscaping handles tree removal, trimming and stump grinding for Clayton homes, condos and commercial properties, including tight lots with power lines overhead.
Who Does Tree Service in Clayton, MO?
Thompson Tree Care and Landscaping, a locally owned, licensed and insured company based in south St. Louis County, removes, trims and stump-grinds trees for homeowners, condo associations and property managers in Clayton, MO. Call (314) 712-3035 or request a free estimate online, and ask about 24/7 emergency response.
Clayton is the St. Louis County seat, and tree work here splits into two worlds: the office and condo blocks around the downtown business district, and the older residential streets that run out from it. If you are searching for tree service near me in Clayton, ZIP 63105, we handle both, from one dead limb to a full tree removal.
What Makes Tree Work in Clayton Different?
Three things set Clayton jobs apart from tree work in the larger-lot suburbs further west.
- Older homes on smaller lots. Many houses in neighborhoods such as DeMun and the Moorlands date from the early-to-mid 1900s, so a mature oak can stand a few feet from the roofline, the garage and the neighbor's fence. Thompson Tree Care climbs these trees and lowers each section on ropes instead of dropping anything near the house.
- Public land next door. Streets around Shaw Park and Oak Knoll Park are lined with street trees, and the strip between sidewalk and curb is often city property. Check with the City of Clayton before removing a street or right-of-way tree; we will tell you at the free estimate which trees look like yours and which look like the city's.
- Condos, offices and teardowns. Property managers and condo boards need a clear scope and schedule, and a tree left standing after a neighboring house is torn down can suddenly be exposed to wind it never felt before. We look at those trees before the new build goes up.
Which Trees Cause the Most Calls in Clayton?
Pin oaks and silver maples are the big, fast-growing shade trees on many older St. Louis County streets, and both drop heavy limbs over roofs and parked cars. Bradford pears, a popular street and yard tree decades ago, split in wind and ice because of their narrow branch angles. Our guide to Bradford pear problems in Missouri explains when removal beats pruning.
Ash trees across the St. Louis region are dying from emerald ash borer, so a dead ash beside a Clayton house is a safety job, not a wait-and-see.
Which Tree Services Do Clayton Customers Ask For Most?
Most calls start with tree trimming and pruning to lift branches off roofs and clear lines. Next come dangerous tree removal for cracked or leaning trees and stump grinding to reclaim a small yard. After a storm, residents want emergency tree service and storm damage cleanup. Owners of heirloom trees ask about cabling and bracing and a certified arborist opinion, and the biggest trees go through large tree removal. See the full list below or request an estimate.
Last Updated: October 2026
Tree Services Available in Clayton
Homeowners, condo associations and property managers in Clayton, MO 63105 can book any of these services.
Tree Trimming & Pruning
- Branches off roofs, lines and neighbors' fences.
Tree Removal
- Sectional removal for trees close to houses and garages.
Stump Grinding
- Clear the stump from a small Clayton yard.
Dangerous Tree Removal
- Cracked, leaning or dead trees near people and property.
Tree Cabling & Bracing
- Support for older trees worth keeping.
Emergency Tree Service
- 24/7 response when a tree comes down.
“We had Thompson Tree Care remove two large trees, both in kind of tight places between electric lines, fences, and a deck. I was amazed by how precisely they were able to climb and take the tree down branch by branch.”
“Jodi and his crew took down 3 large trees at our home. They treated our property with respect and left our yard looking like they were never there. This company has all the equipment necessary to safely remove large trees that are close to houses.”
Clayton Tree Service FAQ
Yes. Thompson Tree Care is licensed and insured, and we work with condo boards, property managers and business owners as well as homeowners. Tell us about parking, access and any building or association rules when you call (314) 712-3035, and we will plan the visit around them.
In the St. Louis area, trimming runs about $150-$450 for small trees under 30 feet, $300-$900 for medium trees, and $800-$2,000 or more for large trees over 60 feet. Access and condition move the price. See the tree trimming cost guide, then call for a free estimate.
Usually, yes. Most Clayton jobs are climbed and lowered in sections so nothing lands on the roof, fence or cars. If a branch is touching or very near a power line, stay clear and call the utility, Ameren Missouri; we will plan around lines on everything else.
Possibly. Trees between the sidewalk and the curb are often city property, so check with the City of Clayton before anyone cuts one. Removals tied to a building permit or a teardown, and properties under condo or HOA rules, can need approval too. Thompson Tree Care can tell you what looks like a city tree at the estimate.
Often, yes. Bradford pears have narrow branch angles that split in wind and ice, and the damage tends to get worse as the tree ages. A younger tree can sometimes be pruned for structure. A certified arborist visit will tell you which case you have.