(210) 608-9437 www.1stprioritytreeservice.com
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder, Aerial Lift
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, 24 Hour Emergency Response, Hurricane Cleanup, Quick Response
Specialty Expertise: Palm Specialist
Tree Services: Works Near Structures, Large Trees, Stump Removal
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Insured
Customer Experience: Affordable
1st Priority Tree Service is a residential and commercial tree company. Family-owned and operated, 1st Priority specializes in all phases of tree services, from trimming to removal as well as your other landscaping and property needs. Our vision is to provide quality customer service while building long-term relationships with our customers. In order to maintain quality, we have established a value system to ensure complete customer satisfaction when a job is completed. We value honesty, trustworthiness, timeliness, and fairness within the trade. When you call your local landscape & tree company, we will be on the job in no time. When we arrive at your home or business we will listen to your needs.
4.9 from 50 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
The crane-equipped crew allows them to handle heavy-lift tree removals and work safely around structures, even for large trees near homes. A client specifically described using their crane and other equipment, praising the team’s professionalism and clear upfront pricing. Reviews also show a pattern of fast response and thorough cleanup after crane-assisted work, including emergency or storm-related removals. Overall, in Saint Hedwig, TX, 1st Priority Tree Service is viewed as capable, insured, and family-owned, able to coordinate rapid crane-enabled services with good communication.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is a core capability of 1st Priority Tree Service in Saint Hedwig, Texas, often bundled with tree removal. Patterns of client feedback show they grind and remove stumps after removals and leave the site clean. In multiple jobs, they removed all stumps and completed stump grinding as part of a full removal package. Clients also emphasize professional, prompt service and fair pricing. This aligns with their focus on complete property restoration and thorough cleanup.
Uses a towable or tracked aerial lift for high-reach work without the need for a full crane. More versatile in tight spaces while still reaching significant heights.
Elevated access with an aerial lift is a key capability for tackling tall trees and high limbs in the Saint Hedwig area. The lift has been used for high-branch work, including a notable rescue where a baby owl was returned to a 40-foot nest, demonstrating careful, wildlife-aware operation at height. Customers repeatedly highlight fast, professional results when tall-tree trimming or removal is needed, with the lift enabling thorough work and cleanups from upper levels. This capability is complemented by other heavy equipment, like cranes, to handle storm cleanup and large-tree projects efficiently. Overall, aerial lift access is a visible and relied-on part of their service, enabling safe, effective work on tall trees near structures.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup is a core capability in Saint Hedwig, Texas, with 24/7 emergency responsiveness and rapid on-site deployment. Crews bring cranes, aerial lifts, and heavy equipment to reach tall trees near structures, sometimes climbing up to about 20 feet to access difficult limbs. Property safety and thorough cleanup are emphasized, with evidence of quick assessments, clear pricing up front, stump grinding, and debris removal after storms or hurricane events. They can respond to emergencies at odd hours, including 3am callouts, and can work through the night or complete same-day service when conditions permit. With a family-owned team that prioritizes professionalism and reliability, residents and businesses in the area can count on prompt storm cleanup and safe removal of hazard trees.
Available around the clock for dangerous situations - a tree on your roof, a limb blocking your driveway, or a trunk threatening to fall. Day or night.
Emergency response is a core capability of 1st Priority Tree Service in Saint Hedwig, TX, with customers reporting rapid, around-the-clock availability for urgent tree issues. There are accounts of crews answering 3 am emergencies and working through the night to remove large trees threatening roofs and other structures. The team uses heavy equipment, including cranes and stump grinders, to handle tall trees and those near structures, while delivering thorough cleanup and debris removal the same day. Storm and hurricane cleanup are repeatedly highlighted, with quick response, professional service, and a commitment to staying until the job is completed.
Equipped and experienced for large-scale post-hurricane debris removal. Fast mobilization and the capacity to handle widespread, severe damage across a property.
Storm and hurricane cleanup is a core capability, backed by 24/7 emergency availability and heavy equipment such as cranes and aerial lifts to safely remove downed trees near homes and businesses in Saint Hedwig, Texas. Feedback patterns show rapid mobilization during storms, with crews arriving in the middle of the night and working long hours to clear hazards and protect property. After the job, they leave the site clean, grinding stumps and hauling away debris to ready the area for recovery. Their experience with near-structure removals and palm-tree work makes them a dependable choice for hurricane cleanup in the local area.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Quick-response is a defining strength, with crews on site within hours of contact and often at odd hours. They have demonstrated around-the-clock emergency capability, including a 3am call where they worked through the night to remove a large tree from a roof, and on Mother's Day a crew arriving within the hour to complete the job the same day. Customers report upfront, crystal-clear pricing and clear communication about what will be done, helping set expectations before crews arrive. Work is completed rapidly with thorough cleanup, leaving yards neat and often cleaner than before. In the Saint Hedwig area, this family-owned team earns trust through fast, reliable response for storm, emergency, or routine trimming and removal.
Knows the unique needs of palm trees - trimming, skinning, removal, and health care specific to the species common in your area.
Palm trimming and shaping is a core capability, with many clients noting careful, aesthetic pruning of queen palms and other tall specimens. Work often involves precise shaping of tall palms, including clean, balanced cuts that enhance sun exposure and landscape appeal (examples describe trimming palms at positions like 10 and 2). They can remove palms when needed and then grind the stumps, delivering a neat, tidy site after service. The team’s use of cranes or aerial lifts enables safe access to high crowns and rapid, efficient work, even on large or hard-to-reach palms. Clients also appreciate the knowledgeable, customer-focused approach, including guidance on palm health and care during the service.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Near structures, they safely handle trimming and removal of large trees that are close to homes, roofs, fences, or other built features, often using a crane or aerial lift to reach tall limbs without compromising safety. In urgent scenarios, customers report rapid response and crews working through the night to remove dangerous trees and relieve risk to roofs and interiors, such as a 3am emergency where a huge tree was removed from a roof. They regularly tackle trees positioned right next to houses, including a 50-foot specimen that needed to come down before it could threaten the home, and they trim tall oaks and overhanging palms near yard structures and fence lines to restore daylight and safety. Cleanup is thorough and professional, with stump grinding and debris removal completing the job so the property looks neat and safe after the work.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Large-tree work is a core strength, with customers in Saint Hedwig, Texas noting successful trimming and shaping of very tall oaks and other mature trees even when they sit near homes, fences, or other structures. They frequently take down towering specimens and grind stumps, often using cranes, heavy equipment, and aerial lifts to reach high limbs. Emergency and storm responses are a hallmark, with reports of crews arriving at odd hours—such as 3am—and working through the day to remove dangerous trees. Clients praise professional, courteous crews, meticulous cleanup, and a family-owned, insured operation that delivers reliable, fairly priced service.
Full stump extraction, root and all - not just grinding. Ideal when you need the area completely cleared for construction, landscaping, or replanting.
Stump removal is routinely bundled with their tree removal services, with customers noting that stumps are ground down after large removals. They’re praised for thorough, clean finishes and for removing debris along with the stumps. Several clients emphasize competitive pricing and prompt, reliable service when scheduling stump grinding with other work. However, there are a few reports of scheduling hiccups and incomplete stump grinding, which at times required follow-up or a separate contractor to finish.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
Family ownership is a defining feature of 1st Priority Tree Service, with Patrick at the helm and his son Robert often on site, delivering hands-on leadership and a personable approach. Customers repeatedly praise honest pricing, clear explanations, and crews that educate them about tree health and options while staying respectful of their property. They handle a wide range of work—from trimming and removal to stump grinding and crane-assisted jobs—and they’re known for rapid responses, including emergency calls and storm cleanup that can come in around the clock. On every job the team emphasizes thorough cleanup and professional finishing, leaving yards neat and well cared for. In Saint Hedwig, Texas, this family-owned operation earns trust through dependable, customer-focused service that meets urgent needs as well as routine tree care.
Carries proper liability and workers' compensation insurance. If something goes wrong on your property, you're protected.
Insurance coverage is evident in feedback that highlights broad protection for heavy equipment and crane work on challenging, near-structure jobs. The consistent mention of using a crane and other large equipment confirms the ability to handle tall trees, stumps, and palms with precision. Emergency readiness is shown by accounts of 3am responses and overnight work to remove hazardous trees threatening roofs or power lines. Cleanups are thorough, including stump grinding and debris removal, even after storm or hurricane scenarios. This combination of insured protection, heavy equipment capability, and rapid, reliable response reflects a professional, family-owned service operating in Saint Hedwig, Texas.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Affordable, value-driven service stands out in Saint Hedwig, Texas, across trimming, removal, and stump grinding. Customers consistently note competitive pricing and fair, transparent quotes for both small hedge work and large-tree projects. Large jobs—like removing tall oaks or multiple trees and grinding stumps—are completed efficiently, with thorough cleanup that many describe as cost-effective. Emergency and storm work is handled quickly, helping property owners restore safety at a reasonable price. As a family-owned business, they emphasize honesty, timeliness, and value alongside quality workmanship in the local area.