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Laurel sits in the Yellowstone River bottoms with some of the biggest, oldest shade trees in Yellowstone County, and we know them all by name. The cottonwoods, elms and green ash that line your streets along the river and the older neighborhoods are beautiful and worth saving, but they're also brittle, disease-prone and dropping limbs onto roofs, cars and power lines every spring and after every storm.

Billings Tree Service has been serving Laurel (59044) and the surrounding area for years, and we understand the specific challenges that come with the mix of early-1900s frame homes and newer subdivisions on the edges of town. When your cottonwood starts shedding dead wood or a storm brings down a limb that's threatening your house or a neighbor's fence, we show up fast, do the work right, and leave your property clean.

Tree Service in Laurel (59044)

Laurel's older streets, especially those near the Yellowstone, are shaded by massive plains cottonwoods, American and Siberian elms, and green ash trees that have been there since the early 1900s. Those trees are part of what makes Laurel feel like home, but they come with real challenges. Siberian elms and silver maples have brittle wood that snaps in high wind and heavy snow. Cottonwoods shed dead limbs constantly, sometimes without warning. Green ash trees are under pressure from ash decline and borers. The alkaline clay-loam soil and dry summers add stress that makes trees more prone to failure. Deadwooding, hazard removal and storm cleanup are steady work here, and we do it well.

Our team has handled hundreds of jobs in Laurel and the Billings area. We know which species fail first in our climate, how to work safely on older properties with tight lot access and power lines nearby, and how to coordinate with HOAs when visible removals are involved. We also know the permitting rules and can guide you through any local requirements. When you call us, you're calling people who understand your neighborhood and your trees.

Our services in Laurel

Tree Removal in Laurel · Safe removal of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees of any size.
Tree Trimming & Pruning in Laurel · Professional pruning to improve tree health, structure…
Stump Grinding in Laurel · Complete stump and surface-root grinding to reclaim your yard…
Emergency Tree Service in Laurel · 24/7 emergency response for storm-damaged, fallen…
Hedge Trimming & Shrub Care in Laurel · Clean, healthy hedges and shrubs shaped to your property line and style.
Land Clearing in Laurel · Lot clearing, brush removal, and defensible-space work for construction…
Arborist Consultation in Laurel · Expert arborist assessment of tree health, hazard risk, disease…

How a Job Works in Laurel

Step 1: You call us at (406) 500-6212 or request a free estimate online. We schedule a time to visit your property, assess the tree or trees in question, identify any hazards or disease, and talk through your goals. We'll also flag any permitting requirements or HOA approvals you might need. There's no charge for this conversation.

Step 2: Once you approve the estimate, we show up with the right crew and equipment for the job. If it's a removal, we fell the tree safely, cut it into manageable sections, and haul away the debris. If it's trimming or deadwooding, we prune to proper standards and remove all the brush. We're careful around power lines, driveways, fences and neighboring properties. On tight Laurel lots, we plan access routes and use equipment that fits.

Step 3: We clean up completely, haul away all debris, chip brush if you want, and leave your property looking better than when we arrived. We'll also discuss stump grinding if the tree was removed, or talk about follow-up care if we've pruned to improve health or structure.

Tree removal in Laurel typically runs from a few hundred dollars for a small tree to several thousand for a large cottonwood or elm, depending on height, diameter, proximity to structures, access, and what needs to happen with the stump. Trimming and deadwooding start around $250 and scale up with tree size and complexity. Stump grinding starts at $150 and depends on stump size and root depth. Storm cleanup and emergency removal are priced on a case-by-case basis. The biggest cost factors are tree size, species, how close it is to your house or power lines, whether we need a bucket truck or crane, and how much debris there is. We always give you a free, detailed estimate before we start. Call us at (406) 500-6212 to schedule yours.

What's wrong with all the cottonwoods and elms along Laurel's older streets?

Cottonwoods and Siberian elms are beautiful but weak-wooded. They shed dead limbs year-round, especially in spring and after heavy snow or wind. Elms are also susceptible to Dutch elm disease and various insect pests. Green ash trees, common throughout Laurel, are declining due to ash borers and stress from our alkaline, dry soil. All three species benefit from regular deadwooding and hazard pruning to reduce failure risk and extend their lives.

What do I do if a tree limb falls on my roof or a neighbor's fence after a storm?

Call us immediately at (406) 500-6212. We offer emergency tree service and can often respond the same day or next morning, depending on the severity and weather. Document the damage with photos if it's safe to do so, and contact your homeowner's insurance. We'll remove the limb safely, assess any damage to the tree, and help you understand next steps.

How much does tree removal cost in Laurel, and what factors affect the price?

A small tree removal might cost a few hundred dollars, while a large cottonwood or elm can run $2,000 to $5,000 or more. The main cost drivers are tree height and diameter, proximity to your house or power lines, how easy it is for our crew to access the site, whether we need specialized equipment like a bucket truck, and how much debris needs to be hauled away. Stump grinding is usually separate and starts at $150. Call us for a free estimate at (406) 500-6212.

Do I need a city permit to remove a tree in Laurel?

Laurel and the surrounding Billings area do have tree removal permit requirements for trees above a certain diameter or in protected status. Some neighborhoods also have heritage tree ordinances that protect oak, elm and other species. If your property is in an HOA, there may be additional approval needed for visible removals. We handle this for you. When you call for a free estimate, we'll identify any permitting requirements and guide you through the process.

My neighbor's elm branch is hanging over my fence and dropping leaves and dead wood. What can I do?

Under Montana property law, you have the right to trim branches that cross your property line, but only up to the property line itself. You cannot cut into the tree from your side. The safest and most neighborly approach is to talk to your neighbor first and offer to split the cost of professional pruning or removal. If that doesn't work, you can hire us to do the work on the neighbor's property with their permission, or to trim only the portions that overhang your lot. We can help you navigate this. Call (406) 500-6212.

Are you fully insured and do you carry workers' compensation coverage?

Yes. All our crew members are covered, and your property is protected during the work. You can work with confidence knowing that any damage or injury is covered by our insurance.

When's the best time to have trees trimmed or deadwooded in Laurel?

Late winter and early spring, after the worst cold is over but before trees leaf out, is ideal for deadwooding and structural pruning. This gives trees time to heal over the growing season. However, we can prune and remove trees year-round. Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or fall, when trees are stressed by heat and drought and less able to compartmentalize wounds. If you have a hazardous limb threatening your house or power line, don't wait for the ideal season, call us right away at (406) 500-6212.