Residential Tree Services
Tree Removal in Las Vegas
When a tree is dead, diseased, storm-damaged, or simply in the wrong place, we take it down completely, with stump grinding available if you want it.
“Had my tree removed at a very fair price. Excellent job cleaning up afterwards, thank you!”
Tree Removal Services
- ✓Full-tree removal, any size
- ✓Controlled, rigged removal near structures, fences, and power lines
- ✓Debris hauling and site cleanup
- ✓Optional stump grinding add-on
- ✓Coordination on permitting where required
Why this matters
A tree can look fine from the driveway and still be a liability underground — girdling roots, a buried root flare, root rot from a caliche layer trapping water at the base, all working against it in a spot you'll never see until it fails. We look at the whole tree, root zone included, before recommending removal over trimming or cabling. Sometimes that means telling you the tree can be saved. When it can't, we plan the removal around your fence line, pool, and power lines before the first cut.
Trees we remove most in Las Vegas
Mesquites that have fallen over
Mesquites go down more than people expect. Overwatered on a shallow schedule, they never push roots deep, so a heavy canopy and one good gust is all it takes to lay the whole tree over. If yours is already down, or leaning with the soil lifting on one side, don't wait for it to finish the job. We cut it up in sections, haul it off, and deal with the root ball, and we'll tell you honestly if a leaning tree is still worth keeping.
Palo verdes that haven't been trimmed
A palo verde that goes years without pruning grows a thick, top-heavy canopy on brittle wood. Then a windy day hits and a big limb splits off, or the whole tree gives way. Plenty of the ones we take down could have been saved with regular trimming. Once the structure is compromised, though, removal is the safer call, especially over a roof, fence, or driveway.
California pepper trees
Pepper trees look great for the first ten years. After that, the roots take over: lifting sidewalks and driveways, cracking block walls, and working into sewer and irrigation lines. Pruning doesn't fix a root problem, so most of these end up coming out. We remove the tree and can grind the stump below grade so you can repair the hardscape and plant something with a better-behaved root system.
Our process
- 01
On-site assessment
We walk the property with you, take a look at your needs or the project you have in mind, and talk you through what the job will involve.
- 02
Written estimate
You get a clear, itemized estimate before any work starts. No surprise charges once the crew is on-site.
- 03
Scheduled work
Our certified-arborist-led crew brings the right equipment and the expertise to use it. Every cut has a purpose, and we only take what the tree or the job calls for.
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Full cleanup & haul-away
Debris, branches, and chips are cleared from your property before we leave. No mess left behind.
What makes RedGator different
- Licensed contractor (C-10), with tree work led by a certified arborist.
- With over eight years of experience in tree care and landscape construction, we've got you covered.
- Written estimates before work starts. No verbal quotes that change once the truck shows up.
- Locally owned and operated in the Las Vegas Valley. We are familiar with the desert soil, our climate, and the HOA standards of many neighborhoods within the valley.
- Full cleanup and haul-away included. We leave your property the way we found it, minus the problem.
What customers say about our tree removal
“I've used Red Gator twice. They removed a tree in my front yard that was making me sick with allergies.”
“Three crew members arrived to replace an ailing tree and I have to say that on a scale of 1 to 10, I would place them at a 12. They were cordial and respectful and most of all knowledgeable and efficient. It was a pleasure working with Isaiah and his team. I will call RedGator again for tree service.”
“I would definitely recommend Red Gator. I received several quotes to replace an overgrown tree in my front yard and refresh the rock bed, and while they weren't the cheapest, I chose them because they have an arborist on staff and were consistently responsive. Ezra worked with me to recommend the right replacement tree, and once we finalized everything, they scheduled a date and time that fit my availability. The crew arrived on time, was extremely friendly and accommodating, and worked incredibly hard. The job was completed exactly as expected, and the new tree and refreshed rock bed look fantastic.”
Tree Removal FAQs
Related services
Tree Trimming
Expert tree trimming that keeps your trees healthy and well-shaped, done by an experienced crew and led by a certified arborist.
Stump Grinding
We grind stumps down below grade so you can landscape, sod, or pave over the spot instead of working around a tripping hazard.
Palm Tree Trimming
Palms need different tools, techniques, and timing than other types of trees. We trim for the palm's health, never to scalp or over-prune it into a "pineapple" cut.
Ready to get started with tree removal?
Tell us what you need, and we'll give you a clear, written estimate before any work starts.