Tree Service FAQ — Lehi, Utah

Tree removal in Lehi and Utah County typically costs between $300 and $1,800 for most residential trees. The price depends on tree size (height and trunk diameter), location relative to structures, accessibility for our equipment, and the complexity of the removal.

A small dead tree in an open yard costs less than a large cottonwood overhanging a fence next to a structure. We always provide a free, written estimate with no obligation before any work begins. Request your free estimate here.

Yes — fully. Lehi Utah Tree Service holds an active Utah contractor's license and carries $2 million in general liability insurance plus workers' compensation coverage on every crew member who sets foot on your property.

We provide a Certificate of Insurance before any job starts, on request. This protects you from liability if anything goes wrong — and we think every tree service company in Utah should carry it. If a company can't show you proof of insurance, walk away.

Yes. We maintain on-call emergency crews 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — including all holidays. Our average response time in the Lehi and Utah County area is 60–90 minutes.

Call (801) 555-8733 any time. A real person answers — not a voicemail. For more information, see our emergency tree service page.

For most trees in the Lehi area, the ideal time to prune is late winter to early spring (February–April), before new growth begins. Pruning during dormancy minimizes stress, reduces the chance of disease entry, and allows the tree to heal faster.

However: dead or hazardous branches should always be removed immediately, regardless of season. Flowering trees like crabapples and lilacs are typically pruned right after they bloom in spring. We'll advise you on the best timing for your specific trees during your free estimate. See our tree trimming page for more.

Most homeowner's policies in Utah cover emergency tree removal costs when the tree has damaged a covered structure (your home, garage, fence, etc.) or is blocking vehicle access. However, coverage and limits vary significantly by policy — some cover the removal cost, some only cover the damage to the structure.

We provide detailed written documentation of all damage and completed work to support your claim. We can also speak directly with your insurance adjuster. Contact us for advice on documenting your specific situation.

Stump grinding in the Lehi area typically costs $75–$300 per stump, depending on stump diameter, root spread, and how accessible the location is for our grinder. We offer bulk discounts when grinding multiple stumps at once.

We always provide a free written quote before any work starts. Learn more about our stump grinding service.

Yes — complete cleanup is always included. We chip or haul away all branches and debris, rake the work area, and blow off hard surfaces. We leave your yard as clean or cleaner than we found it.

If you'd like wood chips left as mulch, just let us know. Otherwise, everything comes with us. No mess, no extra charges for cleanup.

Tree topping — cutting the main trunk or large branches back to stubs — is condemned by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and every major tree care organization. Here's why we never do it:

Topping removes large portions of the tree's food-producing leaves, starving it. The large wounds created are entry points for decay and disease. The tree responds with rapid, weak regrowth ("water sprouts") that break easily and create more long-term hazard than before. Topped trees almost always die sooner than they would have otherwise.

If you need to reduce a tree's size, we use crown reduction pruning — a technique that reduces height while maintaining structural integrity and natural form. Learn more about our pruning approach.

We are based in Lehi and serve all of Utah County including: Lehi, American Fork, Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, Orem, Provo, Vineyard, Cedar Hills, Highland, and Alpine.

Not sure if we cover your area? Call us at (801) 555-8733 — we almost certainly do.

For most private residential property in Lehi, you do not need a permit to remove your own trees. However, rules can vary depending on tree species, size, location near public right-of-way, or HOA restrictions.

If your tree is in or near a street right-of-way, utility easement, or you're in an HOA community, we recommend checking with the City of Lehi or your HOA first. We're happy to advise you during your free estimate based on what we see.

Warning signs that a tree may be hazardous include: dead or hanging branches in the upper canopy, a visible lean that wasn't there before, cracks or splits in the trunk or major limbs, fungal growth (mushrooms) at the base or on the trunk, bark that is peeling or falling off in large chunks, hollows or cavities in the trunk, and roots that are exposed, cracked, or lifting out of the ground.

If you notice any of these signs, especially near your home, don't wait. Call us for a free tree risk assessment. Our ISA-certified arborists will give you an honest evaluation — not a sales pitch.