Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hattiesburg Tree Service Pros is fully Mississippi licensed and carries general liability ($2M) and full workers' compensation insurance. We'll provide a Certificate of Insurance on request before any work begins.

Always. Every estimate is free, written, and binding. We walk the property with you, explain our recommendation, and provide a quote on the spot when possible.

Our 24/7 emergency line is staffed year-round. In Hattiesburg, we typically have a crew on-site within 1–3 hours, even overnight. After major hurricanes, response times can extend, but life-safety hazards are always prioritized first.

Hattiesburg, Petal, Laurel, Purvis, Columbia, Poplarville, Lumberton, Waynesboro, Ellisville, Sumrall, Seminary, Brooklyn, and most of Forrest, Lamar, Jones, Pearl River, Marion, Covington, and Wayne counties.

Most residential removals range from $350 for small ornamentals up to $2,800+ for large pines or oaks near structures. Pricing depends on size, access, hazards, and whether stump grinding is included. Every quote is free and in writing.

Yes. Stump grinding is offered as a standalone service or as an add-on to any removal. We grind 6–12 inches below grade as standard. Pricing runs $95–$450 per stump.

Absolutely. We work directly with all major homeowners insurance carriers, provide photos, itemized invoices, and any documentation adjusters require. Many storm jobs are billed through insurance with minimal hassle.

Late winter (December–February) is ideal for most South Mississippi hardwoods. Avoid oak pruning April–July (oak wilt risk). Crepe myrtles can be lightly shaped in late winter. Storm cleanup can be done year-round.

Stump grinding is an add-on, not automatic. Most customers include it for a clean, plantable surface. We'll always quote both options.

Yes. We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. For larger commercial jobs we can structure phased billing.

Pruning is selective, science-based cutting at proper branch collars to improve a tree's structure and health. Topping is the practice of cutting branches back to large stubs and is universally condemned by arborists. We never top trees.

Yes, following safe-distance rules. If branches are touching or within the strike zone of live electrical lines, we coordinate with Mississippi Power for utility-side trimming. Do not attempt this yourself.

Yes. Land clearing scales from small residential lots (1/4 acre) to multi-acre development sites. Forestry mulching, traditional clearing, and selective preservation of valuable trees are all available.

Warning signs include trunk decay or mushrooms at the base, major dead wood in the upper canopy, sudden lean with cracked soil, deep trunk cracks, and significant root damage from construction. Call us for a free hazard assessment if you're unsure.

Small material is chipped on-site and hauled away. Large logs are typically removed unless you want them left for firewood. Cleanup is included in every quote — we leave your property tidy.

Yes. We serve apartment complexes, HOAs, shopping centers, churches, schools, municipal facilities, and industrial sites. COI with required limits, after-hours scheduling, and comprehensive reporting are standard.

Yes. Steel cable and brace systems installed by an ISA Certified Arborist can extend the safe life of trees with co-dominant stems or heavy lateral limbs. Installations follow ANSI A300 Part 3 standards.

Yes. Our health-assessment service includes diagnosis and targeted treatment for southern pine beetle, oak wilt, hypoxylon canker, and many other regional issues. Treatment plans are developed by ISA Certified Arborists.

Yes for emergencies, 24/7. Scheduled jobs are normally Monday–Saturday 7am–6pm but we can accommodate weekend work for commercial clients or large residential projects.

Most residential removals or pruning jobs complete same-day. Larger removals with crane work may extend to 1–2 days. Commercial accounts and multi-tree residential projects are scheduled accordingly.

Yes. We extend a 10% discount to veterans, active military, and seniors 65+. Mention it when scheduling your estimate.

We monitor weather closely. If conditions make work unsafe, we reschedule at no penalty to you. Light rain doesn't usually stop work; thunderstorms or high winds will.