Jonesboro · Craighead County · Northeast Arkansas
Tree Service in Jonesboro, AR
Tree removal, trimming, stump grinding and storm cleanup for Jonesboro homes and businesses. Call to reach a local tree service crew, or send a short request and get a quote for your yard.
- Local Jonesboro-area tree pros
- Real local price ranges
- Removal, trimming, stumps, storms
- No cost to call
Calls are answered by independent local tree service providers. Tree Service Jonesboro is a free referral service.
Most tree removals in Jonesboro cost between about $186 and $740, with an average near $474. Big trees over 60 feet, trees over a roof and storm emergencies cost more. Trimming, stump grinding and cleanup are usually priced separately, so ask for each item on a written quote. See the full Jonesboro cost guide.
Source: Today’s Homeowner, Jonesboro tree removal costs (updated Feb 2025).
Tree services
What do you need done?
Pick the job that matches your yard. Each page explains what the work involves, what it usually costs in Jonesboro and what to ask before you hire anyone.
Tree removal
Dead, leaning, cracked or too close to the house. Includes big trees in tight backyards and near power lines.
Tree removal in JonesboroTree trimming & pruning
Limbs over the roof, storm-prep thinning, dead wood and clearance for driveways and sidewalks.
Tree trimming in JonesboroStump grinding
Grind the stump below ground so you can mow, plant grass or replant nearby.
Stump grinding in JonesboroEmergency & storm damage
A tree on the house, a hanging limb or a driveway blocked after a Jonesboro storm.
Emergency tree serviceTree removal cost guide
Jonesboro price ranges by job, what changes the price and honest ways to pay less.
Jonesboro tree removal pricesTree service FAQ
Permits, insurance, cleanup, the city limb pickup and who pays when a tree falls.
Answers to common questionsBefore you hire
What Jonesboro homeowners worry about, and what to ask
Most bad tree jobs come down to the same few problems. Here is how to avoid each one, whoever you hire.
“Will the tree land on my house or fence?”
A big tree next to a house usually isn’t dropped in one piece. Good crews climb or use a bucket truck, cut it in sections and lower heavy pieces on ropes (called rigging). For very large trees in tight yards, some companies use a crane. Ask how they plan to bring your tree down and what they will do to protect the roof, fence, driveway and lawn.
“Is cleanup included?”
Not always. “Full cleanup” normally means limbs chipped or hauled, logs removed and the yard raked. “Cut and leave” costs less but leaves the wood with you. The City of Jonesboro picks up limbs at the curb for free, but only pieces up to 10 feet long and 8 inches across, and never stumps or trunks. That’s why most quotes include hauling. (City of Jonesboro Sanitation FAQ)
“Will they actually show up?”
Slow callbacks are a common complaint about tree work. Calling is often the fastest way to get an answer. When you talk to a crew, agree on a date for the estimate and ask how they’ll confirm the work day.
5-point hiring checklist
- Certificate of insurance showing general liability and workers’ compensation, sent straight from their insurance agent.
- Written quote listing each tree, the price and the work date.
- Cleanup terms in writing: full cleanup, chips left, or cut and leave.
- Stump grinding: included or a separate price?
- No large cash deposit up front. Pay when the work is done and checked.
Prices
Typical tree service prices in the Jonesboro area
These are ranges from published cost data, not quotes. Your price depends on the tree’s size and condition, what’s around it and how easy it is to reach.
| Job | Typical range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tree removal, Jonesboro (most jobs) | $186 – $740 | Today’s Homeowner, avg. $474 |
| Medium tree removal, Jonesboro area | $443 – $605 | Homeyou, Sep 2026 |
| Tree over 60 ft | around $1,000+ | Homeyou, Sep 2026 |
| Emergency tree removal, Jonesboro | avg. $707 | Today’s Homeowner |
| Stump grinding (one stump) | $131 – $438 | LawnStarter, national, Oct 2026 |
Estimates only. See the full cost guide for trimming prices, what raises or lowers the cost, and all sources.
How it works
From first call to a clean yard
- Call or send a requestTell the crew what the tree is, roughly how tall, and what it’s near. Photos help.
- On-site look and written quoteA local pro checks the tree, the access and any power lines, then gives you a price for each item.
- Work, cleanup and walkthroughThe tree comes down safely, the agreed cleanup is done and you check the yard before you pay.
Storm season
Jonesboro storms bring trees down. Plan before spring.
On March 28, 2020, an EF3 tornado cut a 12.5-mile path from south Jonesboro, past the Mall at Turtle Creek and the airport, to northeast of Brookland. Four years later, on May 22, 2024, a lunchtime storm with gusts near 70 mph and golf-ball-sized hail pushed trees into houses across town.
- EF3Jonesboro tornado, Mar 28, 2020
- 140 mphpeak estimated winds
- 12.55 mitornado path length
- 70 mphgust measured May 22, 2024
Dead limbs and trees with cracked trunks or lifting roots are the ones most likely to fail in the next storm. Having them trimmed or removed in winter is cheaper and calmer than an emergency call after the damage is done.
Sources: National Weather Service Memphis tornado survey; KAIT8, May 22, 2024.
Service area
Jonesboro and nearby towns
Requests are covered across Jonesboro, including Nettleton and the neighborhoods off Caraway Road, Red Wolf Boulevard, Highland Drive and Stadium Boulevard, plus the surrounding towns in Craighead and Greene counties.
- Jonesboro
- Nettleton
- Brookland
- Bono
- Bay
- Paragould
- Trumann
- Lake City
- Harrisburg
- Weiner
- Cash
Common yard trees here include post oak, southern red oak, eastern redcedar, sweetgum, maple and loblolly pine. Mature oaks on older lots often grow close to houses and out over roofs, which is what makes removal a job for a trained crew.
FAQ
Tree service questions from Jonesboro homeowners
How much does tree service cost in Jonesboro, AR?
Most tree removals in Jonesboro run about $186 to $740, with an average near $474 (Today’s Homeowner). A medium tree in the Jonesboro area is often $443 to $605, and trees over 60 feet start around $1,000 (Homeyou). Trimming and stump grinding are priced separately. See the Jonesboro cost guide for details.
How do I know a tree company is insured?
Ask for a certificate of insurance showing general liability and workers’ compensation, and have their insurance agent send it to you directly so you know it’s current. If an uninsured worker is hurt on your property, or a tree damages your home or a neighbor’s, you could end up paying. A written quote and clear cleanup terms are the other two must-haves.
Is cleanup included in tree removal?
It depends on the quote. Full cleanup usually means limbs chipped or hauled away, logs removed and the area raked. Cut and leave is cheaper but leaves the wood with you. The City of Jonesboro picks up limbs up to 10 feet long and 8 inches across at the curb, but not stumps or trunks, so get hauling in writing.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Jonesboro?
It depends on where the tree is. Before removing a tree in the public right-of-way near the street, on commercial property, or in a neighborhood with HOA rules, check with the City of Jonesboro and your HOA. A provider who works in Jonesboro regularly should know what applies. See our FAQ for more.
What should I do if a tree falls on my house?
Get everyone out of the damaged area, stay well away from any downed power lines and call 911 if anyone is hurt or a line is down. Take photos for your insurance company, then call a tree service to remove the tree and tarp the roof. Our emergency tree service page has a step-by-step list.
Get your Jonesboro tree job quoted
Call to reach a local tree service pro for removal, trimming, stump grinding or storm cleanup. Ask for a written quote before any work starts.
Calls are answered by independent local tree service providers. Tree Service Jonesboro is a free referral service.