Tree Service in Columbia, SC

DuVall Tree Service provides tree removal, trimming, pruning, stump grinding, land clearing and debris cleanup for homeowners and businesses across Columbia, SC. We work in Shandon, Rosewood, Forest Acres, St. Andrews, Harbison, Seven Oaks and neighborhoods throughout Richland and Lexington counties. Serving the Midlands since 1988, we're licensed and insured, and every estimate is free.

Tree care in Columbia's neighborhoods

Columbia's older streets are full of large willow oaks, pines and water oaks close to homes, power lines and tight backyards. A lot of jobs here are about clearance from roofs and driveways, storm-damaged limbs, and trees that have outgrown a small lot. On commercial sites, branches may block parking, signs or walkways. We talk through what actually needs to come down versus what pruning can fix.

Columbia tree rules and street trees

The City of Columbia's Landscape & Tree Ordinance mainly affects commercial, multifamily and development sites. For a typical single-family home lot, a city Tree Removal Permit generally does not apply when the tree is entirely on your property. Work within the drip line of a street tree or City-owned tree needs a Forestry Permit, including pruning. Construction, grading, paving or trenching near protected trees can require a tree protection plan. HOA covenants in some neighborhoods add their own rules. Check with the city and your HOA before scheduling, especially for land clearing or work near the right-of-way. We're glad to talk through what you're seeing when you call.

After a storm

Don't pull down a hanging limb or cut anything touching power lines. Keep your distance and call the utility about the lines. Then call us at (839) 205-1284 and tell us what happened, what's nearby, and how a crew can reach the tree. We take emergency calls anytime, and we can provide photos and a written invoice for your insurance adjuster.

Common tree problems in Columbia, and how we help

Large oaks and pines over older homes: selective pruning restores roof and siding clearance; removal is for trees that are dead, unstable or in the wrong spot.

Storm-damaged or leaning trees: sudden lean, trunk cracks or lifted roots should be looked at quickly. We handle hazardous removal and cleanup.

Tight backyard access: sectional removal and careful cleanup keep fences, sheds and neighboring yards intact.

Not sure what removal costs: price depends on size, condition, access and how close the tree is to buildings. A free estimate spells out the plan and cleanup before anything is scheduled.

Stumps in the way: grinding takes the stump below ground level so the area is easy to mow or landscape.

Tree services in Columbia

Tree removal and trimming: sectional removal of unwanted or badly damaged trees, and trimming of overgrown limbs near homes, fences and lines.

Tree pruning and maintenance: deadwood, crossing limbs and canopy thinning so healthy trees can stay.

Hazardous tree removal: cracked trunks, lifting root plates and broken limbs hanging over a driveway, yard or roof.

Stump grinding: stumps ground below grade so you can mow, plant or build. Roots generally remain, so tell us your plans first.

Land clearing: lots, fence lines and overgrown acreage cleared with our skid steer mulcher, which grinds brush and small trees on site.

Storm cleanup and debris removal: fallen trees, limbs and logs cleaned up and hauled away after Midlands storms. We help with storm insurance claims.

Why Columbia homeowners call DuVall

Frequently asked questions

Do you charge for estimates in Columbia? No. Estimates are free. Call (839) 205-1284.

What are your hours? Monday-Saturday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, closed Sunday. We take emergency calls anytime.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Columbia? For most single-family home lots, a city Tree Removal Permit does not apply when the tree is entirely on your property. Commercial and multifamily sites often need one, and street trees need a Forestry Permit. Check with the city and any HOA before you schedule.

Do you help with insurance claims? Yes. We help with storm insurance claims, including photos and a written invoice for your adjuster.

Can you grind the stump after removal? Yes, we can add stump grinding to any removal.

Why Columbia homeowners call DuVall

Owner-operated: you deal directly with Scott, from the estimate to the final cleanup.

Serving the Midlands since 1988.

Licensed and insured.

Based at 11 Wilton Hill Rd, Columbia, SC 29212.

4.9-star Google rating from 100+ reviews.

Homes and businesses across the Midlands.

Call (839) 205-1284 or email duvalltreeservice@gmail.com for a free estimate in Columbia.

DuVall Tree Service, LLC · 11 Wilton Hill Rd, Columbia, SC 29212 · (839) 205-1284