Mike and RJ's Tree Service is located at 289 Private Rd 6002, Palestine, TX 75803.

Mike and RJ's Tree Service serves Anderson, Houston, Freestone, Henderson, and Smith counties, including Palestine, Athens, Buffalo, Centerville, Crockett, Elkhart, Fairfield, Frankston, Grapeland, Henderson, Jacksonville, Longview, Malakoff, Montalba, Neches, Oakwood, Rusk, Streetman, Teague, Trinidad, and Tyler.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service is veteran-owned and operated.

Mike and RJ's Tree Service officially launched in January 2018 after years of doing tree work on and off.

Call (903) 497-4014, email hoggwild2204@gmail.com, or use the contact form on the website.

Mike and RJ's Tree Service offers tree removal, hazardous and crane-assisted removal, 24/7 emergency storm cleanup, tree trimming, stump removal, mulching, land clearing, firewood and log removal, and small residential demolition.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides tree and property services designed for residential properties across East Texas.

Customers frequently mention fast response, competitive quotes, clear communication, and thorough cleanup in their Google reviews.

Yes. The Gallery page shows completed tree removals, trimming, and storm cleanup projects.

You call with your name, address, and job details, an on-site estimate is scheduled, pricing options are explained, and once approved the work is completed and the area is cleaned.

Crane-assisted tree removal uses a crane to lift and lower sections of a tree, allowing large or dangerous trees to be removed without dropping pieces onto structures below.

A crane is often needed when a tree is very large, leaning over a house, dead or structurally unsound, or located where there is no safe space to lower limbs.

Yes. Cranes reduce the need for climbing compromised trees and give crews precise control over where each section goes.

Crane setup requires access and a stable surface. Crews plan placement to minimize ground impact, and mats may be used on soft soil.

Crane removal typically costs more because of equipment and operator time, but it can be faster and reduce the risk of property damage on complex jobs.

Yes. Cranes are often used to lift fallen trees off roofs carefully to avoid causing more damage.

Many crane removals can be completed in a day, depending on tree size, setup, and access.

A crane needs a clear path and a solid setup area within reach of the tree. Driveways, streets, and firm yards are common setup spots.

Yes. Dead trees are often too brittle to climb safely, making crane removal a safer option.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides crane-assisted tree removal for large and difficult trees.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for storm damage and urgent tree situations. Call (903) 497-4014.

Tree emergencies include trees on homes, vehicles, or driveways, limbs hanging over roofs, trees blocking access, and trees tangled in power lines.

Mike and RJ's Tree Service advertises on-site response within 60 minutes or less for emergencies.

Get everyone out of damaged areas, avoid downed power lines, call 911 if anyone is hurt or lines are down, take photos, contact your insurer, and call an emergency tree service.

Homeowners insurance often covers removal when a tree falls on a covered structure due to a storm. Coverage for trees that fall only in the yard is usually limited. Check your policy.

In many cases, your own homeowners insurance handles damage to your home. If the tree was clearly dead or neglected, the neighbor may be liable. Talk with your insurer.

Storm-damaged limbs can be under tension and shift unexpectedly. Hanging limbs and trees near structures or lines should be handled by professionals.

Saturated soil, high winds, root rot, decay, and heavy canopies commonly cause trees to fail during East Texas thunderstorms.

Yes. Emergency storm cleanup includes removing fallen trees, broken limbs, and scattered debris to restore safe access.

Regular trimming of dead, weak, and overextended limbs reduces the chance of breakage during high winds.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service offers firewood and log removal after tree work.

Yes. Customers can choose whether debris and wood are removed or left on-site.

Oak and hickory are popular firewood choices because they burn hot and long. Pine burns quickly and produces more creosote.

Most firewood should season for about 6 to 12 months, and dense hardwoods like oak often benefit from longer.

Stack firewood off the ground, cover the top, allow airflow on the sides, and keep it away from the house to discourage pests.

Firewood against the house can attract termites, ants, rodents, and snakes.

Moving firewood long distances can spread invasive insects and diseases. Using local wood is recommended.

Seasoned firewood has dried enough to burn efficiently, with lower moisture content, less smoke, and less creosote.

Ask about having logs cut into manageable lengths during your estimate if you plan to keep the wood for firewood.

The crew can haul away logs and debris so the property is left clean.

A tree is hazardous when it has a significant lean, cracks or splits in the trunk, dead or hanging limbs, root damage, decay, fungal growth at the base, or when it is close enough to fall on a home, vehicle, or power line.

Warning signs include a new or worsening lean, soil heaving at the base, cracks in the trunk, dead branches in the crown, mushrooms at the base, and hollow areas.

Not always. Trees that grew with a gradual lean may be stable, but a sudden lean after a storm or one with lifting roots is a serious warning sign.

Signs include no leaves during the growing season, brittle branches, peeling or missing bark, fungus on the trunk, and no green layer under the bark when scratched.

Do not touch the tree or try to trim near the line. Call your electric utility, since only qualified line-clearance workers should work near energized lines.

Sometimes trimming, cabling, or removing damaged limbs can reduce risk. When a situation requires specialized evaluation, Mike and RJ's Tree Service works with a licensed arborist.

Yes. Dead trees become brittle and can drop limbs or fall unpredictably, especially during East Texas storms.

Yes. Beetle-killed pines dry out and weaken quickly, becoming dangerous to people and structures nearby.

Insurance usually does not pay for preventive removal of a healthy but risky tree. Coverage generally applies after a covered event causes a tree to damage a structure.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides hazardous tree removal for dead, damaged, leaning, and high-risk trees.

Land clearing is the removal of trees, brush, stumps, and debris to reclaim overgrown areas, improve access, or prepare property for new projects.

Homeowners clear land to build, expand yards, create pasture or trails, reduce fire risk, improve views, and make property usable.

Timing depends on acreage, vegetation density, terrain, and whether stumps and debris must be removed.

Selective clearing removes unwanted brush and trees while keeping healthy, desirable trees for shade and property value.

Material can be mulched on-site, cut into logs or firewood, or hauled away depending on the customer's preference.

Rural land clearing often does not require a permit, but city rules, wetlands, and HOAs can have requirements. Check before clearing.

Removing dense brush and dead material around homes can reduce wildfire fuel.

Yes. Clearing prepares building pads, driveways, and yards before construction.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides residential demolition services for small structures and cleanup projects.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service offers land clearing to reclaim overgrown areas and prepare property for future projects.

Tree mulching recycles removed branches and tree material into wood chips that can be used as ground cover on your property.

Mulch conserves soil moisture, moderates soil temperature, suppresses weeds, and breaks down to improve soil over time.

Most landscapes do well with about 2 to 4 inches of mulch.

No. Keep mulch a few inches away from the trunk. Piling mulch against trunks, known as volcano mulching, can cause rot and pests.

Yes. Fresh chips work well as surface mulch around trees and beds, though they should not be mixed into planting soil.

Mulch does not create termites, but it holds moisture. Keep mulch pulled back from the home's foundation.

Yes. Customers can choose to keep material on-site as mulch.

Mulching reduces waste by recycling tree material instead of hauling it to a landfill.

Wood chip mulch typically lasts one to three years before it breaks down and needs refreshing.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides on-site mulching that recycles removed tree material into beneficial ground cover.

Stump grinding uses a machine to grind the stump below ground level, while full stump removal pulls out the stump and major roots. Grinding is faster and less disruptive.

Stump grinding typically goes several inches below ground level, often around 6 to 12 inches, which is enough for grass or mulch.

Stumps create tripping and mowing hazards, attract termites and fungi, and take up usable space.

Some species can sprout from stumps and roots. Grinding reduces the chance of regrowth.

A stump can take many years to decay naturally, depending on size and species.

The grindings can be used to fill the hole or spread as mulch, or they can be hauled away.

It is best to remove grindings and add fresh soil, and many experts suggest planting a short distance away from the old root system.

Decaying stumps can attract termites and other wood-boring insects, especially close to homes.

Yes. Grinding is often used near hardscapes because it causes less disturbance than digging out the stump.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides stump removal to eliminate tripping hazards and open up usable space.

Common East Texas trees include loblolly and shortleaf pine, post oak, red oak, water oak, sweetgum, hickory, pecan, and elm.

Southern pine beetles and Ips engraver beetles attack stressed pines, especially during drought. Signs include pitch tubes, reddish sawdust, and needles turning yellow or red.

Water oaks are relatively short-lived and prone to decay and branch failure as they age, especially after drought or storm stress.

Yes. Prolonged drought stresses trees, making them vulnerable to pests and disease and sometimes causing death months later.

Water slowly and deeply around the drip line every week or two during dry spells rather than frequent shallow watering.

A certified arborist has passed an exam and meets professional standards through the International Society of Arboriculture for tree care knowledge.

Yes. When a situation requires additional evaluation or specialized expertise, Mike and RJ's Tree Service works with a licensed arborist.

Signs include mushrooms at the base, thinning canopy, dieback, soft or decayed roots, and a tree that leans or rocks.

Yes. Trenching, grading, and heavy equipment can damage roots and compact soil, causing decline years later.

Mulch properly, water during drought, avoid root damage, prune correctly, and address pests or disease early.

A tree should be considered for removal when it is dead, dying, storm-damaged, leaning dangerously, rotting at the base or trunk, crowding structures, or threatening a home, driveway, fence, or utility line.

Large trees are typically removed in sections, with limbs and trunk pieces cut and lowered in a controlled way. Mike and RJ's Tree Service evaluates the tree, nearby structures, access, and hazards before work begins.

Yes. Trees near homes, garages, and fences are removed in controlled sections so pieces are lowered rather than dropped. Crane-assisted removal is available for difficult situations.

Yes. Customers can choose whether debris is fully removed or left on-site, and the work area is cleaned before the crew leaves.

Most single-tree removals are completed in a day, depending on size, location, and access. Once approved, most jobs are completed within two to three business days.

Stump removal is usually a separate service from cutting the tree down. Ask for stump removal to be included in your estimate if you want the stump gone.

Small trees in open areas may be manageable, but large trees, trees near structures, and damaged trees are dangerous. Professional removal protects people and property.

Most rural and many small-town properties in East Texas do not require a tree removal permit, but some cities and HOAs have rules. Check with your city or HOA if you are unsure.

Trees on a shared property line are generally the joint responsibility of both owners. Talk with your neighbor before removing a shared tree.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service serves homeowners in town, outside city limits, and on rural land throughout East Texas.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides free estimates, and on-site estimates can often be scheduled the same day.

Call (903) 497-4014 or submit the quote form with your name, address, and a brief description of the work.

Cost depends on tree size, location, access, hazards, and whether stump removal and debris hauling are included. Pricing options are explained during the on-site estimate.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service offers a 10% discount to military veterans, senior citizens, law enforcement officers, and first responders.

Tree height, canopy size, access, proximity to structures or lines, and debris handling all affect trimming cost.

Yes. Leaving debris or wood on-site can lower cost, since customers can choose whether debris is removed or left.

Once approved, most jobs are completed within two to three business days.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service is fully insured.

Tree work is dangerous. Hiring an insured company protects you if property damage or injuries occur during the job.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service focuses on straightforward, competitive pricing and clear pricing options.

Trimming reduces storm risk, maintains clearance around roofs, driveways, and structures, improves tree health, and enhances curb appeal.

Many trees are best pruned during the dormant season in late fall and winter. Oaks in Texas should generally not be pruned from about February through June to reduce oak wilt risk.

Oak wilt is a serious fungal disease that affects oaks in Texas. Beetles spread it to fresh wounds, which is why pruning timing and wound painting on oaks matter.

A common guideline is to remove no more than about 25 percent of a tree's canopy at one time to avoid stressing the tree.

Topping cuts large branches back to stubs. It weakens trees, causes weak regrowth, and invites decay, so proper pruning cuts are preferred.

Many trees benefit from trimming every three to five years, while fast-growing trees or those near structures may need more frequent attention.

Many experts recommend keeping branches at least several feet away from the roof to prevent damage, reduce debris in gutters, and limit pest access.

Yes. Removing dead, diseased, and crossing branches improves airflow and structure and reduces disease risk.

Trees in contact with or very close to energized power lines should be handled by the utility or qualified line-clearance professionals.

Yes. Mike and RJ's Tree Service provides tree trimming to manage overgrowth, reduce storm risk, and maintain clearance around roofs, power lines, driveways, and structures.