Service area · Lake City, AR · Craighead County
Tree Service in Lake City, Arkansas
Lake City sits on the west bank of the St. Francis River, about 16 miles east of Jonesboro, and has been hit by two major tornadoes since 2021. Send a short request with photos and a local pro can follow up.
Requests go to independent local tree service providers. Tree Service Jonesboro is a free referral service.
Tree removal, trimming, stump grinding and storm cleanup requests are covered in Lake City, one of Craighead County’s two county seats, about 16 miles east of downtown Jonesboro. Jonesboro-area prices are a fair guide: most removals cost about $186 to $740, and emergency removals average about $707.
Lake City at a glance: what shapes tree work here
Lake City is one of the two county seats of Craighead County, alongside Jonesboro, with 2,326 residents at the 2020 census. It sits on the west bank of the St. Francis River, about 16 miles east of downtown Jonesboro. Schools are part of the Riverside School District, formed in 1985 when Lake City’s district joined with nearby Caraway.
Low ground near a river can stay soft after rain, so ask crews about lawn mats and lighter equipment, and point out any tree leaning over a ditch, a road or the house when you ask for a quote.
Source: Lake City, Arkansas (Wikipedia).
Services
Tree services available in Lake City
Every request starts with a few photos and an on-site look, then a written quote before any work. These are the jobs Lake City homeowners ask about most:
Tree removal
Dead, leaning or storm-damaged trees, including big trees near houses that have to come down in sections.
Tree removal in Lake City
Tree trimming
Limbs over the roof, dead wood and storm-prep thinning, best done in late winter.
Tree trimming in Lake City
Stump grinding
Stumps ground below the grass so you can mow, seed or replant.
Stump grinding in Lake CityStorms and trees in Lake City
Lake City has had two serious tornadoes in a few years. On December 10, 2021, an EF4 tornado passed just northwest of the city. On April 2, 2025, a large EF3 tornado hit the western part of Lake City, destroying or badly damaging several homes. After storms like these, broken tops, hanging limbs and trees leaning on houses are the urgent jobs.
Safety first: stay clear of downed lines, photograph the damage for your insurer, then get a written quote. See storm damage cleanup.
Source: Lake City, Arkansas (Wikipedia).
What tree work costs near Lake City
We have not found published price data for Lake City alone, so these are Jonesboro-area figures. They are estimates, not quotes; a crew traveling from farther away may add to the price.
| Job | Typical range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Tree removal, most jobs | $186 – $740 | Today’s Homeowner, Jonesboro |
| Trimming one medium tree | $361 – $537 | Homeyou, Jonesboro, Sep 2026 |
| Grinding one medium stump | $78 – $135 | Homeyou, Jonesboro, Oct 2026 |
More detail: tree removal cost, tree trimming cost and stump grinding cost.
Before you hire in Lake City
- Yard waste: Jonesboro’s curbside rules don’t apply in Lake City. Ask city hall about limb pickup, or have the crew haul.
- Storm chasers: after a tornado, be wary of door-to-door crews asking for cash up front. See storm scam red flags.
- Power lines: trees on lines go to your electric utility first.
- Insurance: ask for a certificate of insurance sent directly from the company’s agent, and a written, itemized quote. Use the quote comparison checklist.
Request a tree service quote in Lake City
Tell us the address and what the tree is near. A couple of photos help the pro quote faster.
Tree service in Lake City: FAQ
Is tree service available in Lake City, AR?
Yes. Requests for tree removal, trimming, stump grinding and storm cleanup are covered in Lake City and nearby.
What tornadoes have hit Lake City, Arkansas?
An EF4 tornado passed just northwest of the city on December 10, 2021, and a large EF3 tornado hit the western part of the city on April 2, 2025.
How much does emergency tree removal cost near Lake City?
Jonesboro emergency removals average about $707, compared with about $474 for a typical removal (Today’s Homeowner). A tree on a house with crane work can cost more.
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Tree work in Lake City?
Send a request to reach a local tree pro who covers Lake City. Send photos of the tree and ask for a written quote before any work starts.