Tree Service University City MO
Thompson Tree Care and Landscaping removes, trims and stump-grinds trees across University City, including narrow lots behind older brick homes and storm-damaged trees on short notice.
Tree Service in University City, 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 across University City, MO. Call (314) 712-3035 or request a free estimate online. For a tree that is down or about to fall, we offer 24/7 emergency response.
If you want a tree service near me in University City, ZIP 63130, we know the setting: older brick homes, narrow side yards and big trees planted a century ago, close to the houses they shade.
Where in University City Does Thompson Tree Care Work?
We serve the whole city, from the blocks near the Delmar Loop and the Parkview Gardens neighborhood to the streets around Heman Park and Ruth Park. University City was incorporated in 1906, and many of its houses were built in the early decades of the 1900s, so the trees around them have had a long time to grow. Brick bungalows and two-story homes on modest lots mean there is often only one way into the backyard: through the house or down a narrow side path.
What Do University City Homeowners Call About Most?
1. Are tree roots damaging my sewer line or sidewalk?
Silver maples and other fast-growing trees can send roots toward older sewer lines and lift sidewalks. If your plumber finds roots in the line, taking out the tree may be the lasting fix, followed by stump grinding so the stump is not left in a small yard. Our guide on tree roots and sewer lines covers the decision.
2. Is that big tree safe over my roof?
Century-old oaks and maples beside older roofs are the biggest worry. We look for dead limbs, cracks, mushrooms at the base and a lean toward the house. Depending on what we find, the answer is trimming, dangerous tree removal, or a second opinion from a certified arborist.
3. Can you get a tree out of a backyard with no driveway?
Usually. Where a truck can't reach, the crew climbs, lowers each piece by rope and carries the wood out by hand. A tree removal that would be simple on an open lot takes more planning here, and the free estimate covers how we will get in and out.
4. What happens after a storm?
The July 2006 derecho left much of the St. Louis area without power, and mature trees in older neighborhoods did much of the damage. Whenever a limb is on a roof or a tree is on a fence or car, call for emergency tree service, or book storm damage tree removal once things are safe. Stay away from any tree touching a power line.
Do I Need City Approval to Remove a Tree in University City?
Check with the City of University City before removing a tree in the street right-of-way or in a city park, and ask about any approval that applies to construction projects. Trees on your own lot are usually your decision, but we will confirm what the city wants before the crew arrives.
For very tall trees, large tree removal is also available.
Last Updated: October 2026
Tree Services Offered in University City
Every service is available across University City, MO 63130.
Stump Grinding
- Grind stumps out of tight yards after a removal.
Tree Removal
- Hand-carried, rope-lowered removal where trucks cannot reach.
Emergency Tree Service
- Round-the-clock help when a tree or limb comes down.
Storm Damage
- Cleanup after wind and storm damage.
Dangerous Tree Removal
- Take out dead or leaning trees near roofs.
Tree Trimming & Pruning
- Pruning to clear roofs, wires and walkways.
“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.”
“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.”
University City Tree Service FAQ
Yes, especially in older homes with older sewer lines. Roots look for moisture and can enter at joints. Have a plumber confirm the cause with a camera inspection, and call Thompson Tree Care if a tree is the source and you want to talk through removal and stump grinding.
In the St. Louis area, grinding typically runs $100-$500 per stump, depending on diameter, or about $2-$5 per inch with a $75-$150 minimum. Several stumps in one visit cost less each. See the stump grinding cost guide, then call for a free estimate.
Yes. Thompson Tree Care offers 24/7 emergency tree service across the St. Louis area, including University City. If a tree is on a house, call (314) 712-3035, get everyone clear, and stay away from any limb touching a power line.
Usually. We climb the tree, lower each piece by rope and carry the wood out by hand if a truck cannot reach. Stump grinding depends on how a machine can get in, and we check that during the free estimate.
Often it belongs to the city, not you. Check with the City of University City before anyone prunes or removes it. We can look at it during an estimate, but the city makes the final call.