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Read the guideOwner-operated tree service in Richmond, VA
Tree Removal and Trimming in Richmond, done safely and cleaned up right.
Tall pines next to the house, storm-damaged oaks, stumps and overgrown lots. Marcos looks at the job himself and gives you a written price before any work starts.
Prefer to talk? Call or text (804) 253-5876
Serving homes across Richmond, VA
- Richmond, VA
- Mechanicsville, VA
- Glen Allen, VA
- Wyndham, VA
- Woodlake, VA
- Chesterfield, VA
- Chester, VA
- Hopewell, VA
- Petersburg, VA
- Fredericksburg, VA
Real jobs, real photos
Before and After, From Our Own Crew
No stock photos here. Drag each handle to see two jobs we finished: a crowded backyard cleared down to usable ground, and a tall tree taken down right next to the house.
What we do
Five Services, One Crew That Handles the Whole Yard
- 01Tree RemovalTall pines, leaning oaks and dead trees taken down piece by piece, lowered with rope and cleaned up before we leave.
- 02Tree Trimming & PruningDead wood out, low limbs raised, heavy branches cut back from the house. Done with clean cuts so the tree stays healthy.
- 03Stump GrindingOld stumps, new stumps and surface roots ground down below the grass line. The yard goes back to being a yard.
- 04Lot ClearingCrowded pines, volunteer trees, brush and storm debris cleared out, with the fence and the house left exactly as they were.
- 05Mulch InstallationBeds cleaned out, edges defined and fresh mulch laid at the right depth around trees and shrubs. Curb appeal in one visit.
Climbing and rigging
Tall pines over the roof are everyday work for us.
Central Virginia yards are full of loblolly pines and big oaks planted close to the house. When there is no room to drop a tree, it comes down in pieces, from the top, with rope controlling every heavy section.
How it works
How a Job With MG Tree Service Works
Simple, written and on schedule. Here is what to expect from the first text to the final cleanup.
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Send a photo
Call, text or fill out the form. A photo of the tree, stump or lot helps us understand the job right away.
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We look at it in person
Marcos comes out, checks what is around the tree and talks through what you want done.
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Written price
You get one clear price for the work and the cleanup before anything starts.
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Work and cleanup
The job gets done, brush is chipped and hauled and the yard is cleaned before we leave.
Who you will be talking to
A Local Owner, Not a Call Center
MG Tree Service is Marcos Gomes's company, based in Richmond. When you call or text, you reach him. He comes out to see the tree, tells you plainly what it needs and puts the price in writing.
The work is tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, lot clearing and mulch, with our own dump truck, wood chipper and stump grinder. Every photo and video on this site is from our jobs.
Our work
On the Job Around Richmond
Removals, climbing, stump grinding, clearing and mulch. Tap any photo to see it larger.
Service area
Tree Service in Richmond and 9 Nearby Towns
From Fredericksburg down to Petersburg. Pick your town for local details.
Questions
Common Questions Before You Book
Do not see yours? Text it to us. You will get a straight answer.
We are based in Richmond and work across Richmond, Mechanicsville, Glen Allen, Wyndham, Woodlake, Chesterfield, Chester, Hopewell, Petersburg, Fredericksburg. If you are close to one of these towns, call or text and ask.
Call or text a photo of the tree, stump or lot, or fill out the form. We set a time to look at it and give you a written price before any work starts.
Yes. Trees close to houses, decks and fences are taken down in sections, and heavy pieces are lowered with rope so they land where we plan. You can see a real example in the before and after on this page.
Yes. Branches go through the wood chipper and leave in our truck, and the lawn, driveway and beds are raked and blown before we go. Logs can be hauled or left for firewood.
Yes. Stump grinding can be added to a removal so the yard is finished in one trip, and we also grind old stumps from past removals.
From the blog
Tree Care Guides for Central Virginia
Costs, timing and what to look for, written for Richmond-area homeowners.
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Read the guideClearing a Backyard in Chesterfield County: A Step-by-Step Plan
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Read the guideGot a Tree That Worries You?
Text a photo and we will set up a free estimate.
Free estimate
Get a Free Estimate for Your Trees
Tell us about the tree, the stump or the lot. Send photos if you have them. Marcos gets back to you with a time to come out and look.