Dead Oak Removal on a Slope
A large dead live oak leaning toward a house on a limestone hillside. We rig the tree in sections, lowering each piece with ropes to avoid damage to the foundation.
Service area
David Espinoza Tree Service in Lago Vista
We're based right here in Lago Vista, so we can be at your property quickly. Local homeowners call us most often for tree trimming, canopy reduction, and cedar removal on the rocky hillsides.
Local service
Proudly serving Lago Vista
Lago Vista sits on the north shore of Lake Travis, with homes tucked into rocky limestone hillsides and narrow lots that slope toward the water. The housing stock mixes older lake cabins, mid-century ranch houses, and newer custom builds, many set back along winding private drives. The limestone bedrock and thin soil make tree roots shallow and exposed, while the hot summers and occasional high winds from the lake stress oaks, cedars, and live oaks. Properties here are spread out, with mature trees close to structures, demanding careful, piece-by-piece work.
Our crew drives in from our shop on Sierra Vista Drive, so we are usually on site within twenty minutes of a call. We bring a full set of rigging gear, rope blocks, and a stump grinder suited for tight access on steep driveways. We work with a ground crew and a climber, keeping tarps down to catch debris and a chipper on site to clear brush as we go. Because we know the neighborhood layouts and the gate codes, we can schedule jobs without extra site visits, and we clean up every chip and branch before we leave.
David Espinoza Tree Service works across Lago Vista, TX & the surrounding Hill Country, so a crew is never far from Lago Vista. Call (512) 412-1890 or request a free estimate and we’ll come out and take a look.
Local demand
What Lago Vista homeowners call us for
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Lago Vista's live oaks and cedars need regular thinning to reduce wind load and keep limbs away from roofs and decks on the sloped lots.
Canopy Reduction
Homes on the lake side often have overgrown canopies that block views and shade solar panels; we lower the crown without harming the tree's structure.
Cedar & Brush Removal
The rocky hillsides grow thick with Ashe juniper and underbrush. We clear these out to reduce fire risk and open up views for homeowners.
Tree Removal
Dead or storm-damaged oaks on the steep slopes require directional felling and rigging to avoid hitting the house or the neighbor's fence.
Typical projects
The kind of work we take on in Lago Vista
Lake View Canopy Reduction
An overgrown live oak blocking the view of Lake Travis from a deck. We selectively thin the crown and reduce the height by 20 percent, preserving the tree's shape.
Cedar Clearing for Fire Safety
A property with dense Ashe juniper within 30 feet of the house. We cut and chip the brush, grind the stumps, and remove the slash to reduce wildfire fuel load.
What we do here
Every service, available in Lago Vista
Where we work
Across Lago Vista
Lago Vista Hills
The older neighborhoods along Lohman Ford Road have large oaks overhanging driveways and carports. We do a lot of limbing and deadwood removal here to keep cars and roofs safe.
The Point
The lakefront subdivision with narrow lots and steep drop-offs. We use cranes and rigging to remove trees that lean toward the water, working around docks and boat slips.
Outlying Acreage
The larger properties west of Bar K Ranch Road have dense cedar brakes and scattered live oaks. We do brush clearing and selective thinning to create defensible space around homes.
Before work starts
Permits & local rules in Lago Vista
Tree Removal Permits
Lago Vista requires a permit for removing certain native trees, including live oaks over a certain size. Check with the city's planning department before cutting; they can tell you what applies to your lot.
Work Near the Lake
Properties within the Lake Travis watershed may have additional restrictions on debris disposal and erosion control. Your homeowners' association or the Lower Colorado River Authority can advise on what is needed.
Questions
Lago Vista questions, answered
Reviews
What Lago Vista homeowners say
5.0 average from 92 Google reviews
“Phenomenal service! David and his crew arrived on time , expertly trimmed my overgrown oaks ,cedars and cleaned up everything. Their precision with canopy reduction was what my property needed. I have already taken him to do my parent’s property because of his service and prices. I highly recommend David.”
mike parsons
Google Review
“David is fantastic. His rates are reasonable. He is punctual and does exactly what we discussed. We have used his service for several years and is always the first person we call when we need our trees trimmed, removed and for grinding the stumps and roots.”
Mike and Renee
Google Review
“Our trees were a mess not being trimmed for a couple years. David & his crew did a great job cutting, trimming and shaping up our canopy, as well as cleaning up all the limbs, sticks & tree debris when done. Highly recommend David & his crew!”
Philip Wyatt
Google Review
“David and his Team did an outstanding job in removing two large cedar trees. David and his Team arrived on time and made sure that I was pleased with the work. The trees were very large and the Team cleaned up the areas where they worked.”
Gary Lawrence
Google Review
“I recently hired David and his team and couldn't be more impressed. They made precise cuts to protect the trees while improving shape and balance. They cleared problem branches without over-thinning, which was one of my biggest concerns.”
KM L
Google Review
“Phenomenal service! David and his crew arrived on time , expertly trimmed my overgrown oaks ,cedars and cleaned up everything. Their precision with canopy reduction was what my property needed. I have already taken him to do my parent’s property because of his service and prices. I highly recommend David.”
mike parsons
Google Review
“David is fantastic. His rates are reasonable. He is punctual and does exactly what we discussed. We have used his service for several years and is always the first person we call when we need our trees trimmed, removed and for grinding the stumps and roots.”
Mike and Renee
Google Review
“Our trees were a mess not being trimmed for a couple years. David & his crew did a great job cutting, trimming and shaping up our canopy, as well as cleaning up all the limbs, sticks & tree debris when done. Highly recommend David & his crew!”
Philip Wyatt
Google Review
“David and his Team did an outstanding job in removing two large cedar trees. David and his Team arrived on time and made sure that I was pleased with the work. The trees were very large and the Team cleaned up the areas where they worked.”
Gary Lawrence
Google Review
“I recently hired David and his team and couldn't be more impressed. They made precise cuts to protect the trees while improving shape and balance. They cleared problem branches without over-thinning, which was one of my biggest concerns.”
KM L
Google Review
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