Tree Removal
The pine leaning over the carport, the water oak dropping limbs on the driveway, the dead tree near the power drop — removed cleanly, near homes and structures.
All of St. Tammany Parish | Southshore | Baton Rouge
Tree Removal + Pruning Specialists
You want the danger gone, the mess gone, and your yard back — without wondering whether the crew you hired knows what it’s doing.
For 25 years we’ve handled the everyday tree work — removal, pruning, stump grinding — for Louisiana properties, and we’re the truck that pulls up after a storm too. Whatever you’re looking at, we send a trained, fully insured crew with the right equipment, and we leave the site clean.
- 25+ years local
- Damage-controlled rigging
- Crane + bucket equipment
- Storm & disaster response
You’re not just worried about the tree.
You’re worried about who shows up. After every big storm, Louisiana fills with out-of-state crews, cash-only quotes, and “insurance” that turns out to be a photocopy. You’re standing in your yard trying to figure out which one of these people is going to do this right — while your roof is still open.
We’ve been doing this from the same Louisiana yard since 2001. State-licensed. Fully insured, with certificates we’ll hand you before we start. You can check every bit of it.
A family with a tree on their house deserves a neighbor — not a stranger with a chainsaw.
Zeigler has been a Louisiana company since 2001, working out of Madisonville and Covington. When a storm comes through, we’re not driving in from three states away — we’re already here, and we’ll still be here next season when you need us again.
State licenseLA Dept. of Agriculture & Forestry #2168
BBBA+ Rated
Louisiana companyIncorporated 2001 — 25+ years
InsuranceFully insured — COI before work begins
FootprintTwo yards: Madisonville & Covington
Volume100k clients served & satisfied
What we do
Storm and disaster response when you need it fast — plus scope-first tree work for everyday Louisiana properties. Clear game plan, capable crew, cleanup done before we roll out.
Pruning & Trimming
Targeted pruning for clearance and healthy structure — no topping, no lion-tailing. Clearance off your roof, driveway, and power drop.
Stump Grinding
The stump the last crew left behind, ground below grade so you can sod over it, plant something new, or reclaim the space.
Risk Assessment
A written, prioritized list — remove now, monitor, or leave alone — so you spend money where it actually reduces risk. Sometimes the answer is "that tree is fine."
Storm & Disaster Relief
Post-storm and emergency response: downed trees, blocked access, structure clearance, and fast stabilization — documented for your insurance claim.
How it works
Three steps, no mystery. You’ll know the scope and the price before anyone starts a saw.
1
Call or text a photo
Tell us what you’re looking at — a text photo is usually enough for us to know what we’re dealing with. Storm emergencies get triaged first.
2
We come look and quote it in writing
Free, no obligation, with a clear scope: what comes down, what stays, where the debris goes, and whether the stump is included.
3
We do the work and clean up
Trained, insured crew. Property protection on the way in. Site raked and clear on the way out — cleanup is included, not an add-on.
Storm emergency
Tree on your house? Here’s what to do.
- 1. Get everyone away from the tree and out of the affected rooms. If wires are involved, call the utility first — not us, not yet.
- 2. Photograph everything before anything moves. Your insurer will want it. If you can’t, we will when we arrive.
- 3. Call 985-893-0991. We triage by danger: structures and blocked access first.
- 4. We stabilize, remove, and document. You get photos and an itemized invoice formatted for your claim.
Storm calls, triaged first.
Call 985-893-0991Text us a photoHurricane season is open. The trees you’re worried about are easier — and cheaper — to deal with now than after a storm, when every crew in three parishes is booked.
What we promise
- A written quote before any work begins — no surprise line items
- Certificate of insurance in your hand on request, every time
- Property protection: we mat, pad, and plan the drop before we cut
- Complete cleanup included in every quote
- We tell you when a tree doesn’t need to come down
- Storm calls triaged by danger, not by who called first
What waiting costs
A planned removal of a large oak generally runs a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. The same oak coming through your roof in a September storm is a five-figure claim, weeks of repairs, and a deductible — assuming the claim is paid in full. Carriers sometimes reduce claims involving trees the owner knew were failing.
If a tree on your property concerns you, the cheapest day to deal with it is today.
Five questions to ask any tree company before you sign
- What’s your Louisiana license number?
- Ours is #2168, LDAF, current through January 2027.
- Can I see a certificate of insurance today?
- Yes — we bring it.
- How long have you operated in Louisiana?
- Since 2001, from Madisonville and Covington.
- Is cleanup included or extra?
- Included. Always.
- Will you be here next year?
- We’ve been here for 25.
If a company can’t answer all five, that’s your answer.
What it looks like when it’s done
The hazard is gone. The yard is raked, the ruts are gone, and you’d have to look hard to see we were there. The stump is ground below grade so you can sod over it or plant something new.
And the next time the wind picks up at two in the morning, you roll over and go back to sleep — because you already dealt with it.
Field results
Tight access, storm recovery, precision removals, and full cleanup. This is the standard on every job.
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to what Louisiana property owners ask before they call.
Does homeowners insurance cover tree removal in Louisiana?
Coverage varies by policy, but carriers commonly pay to remove a tree once it has damaged an insured structure such as a roof, fence, or vehicle. Removing a healthy tree that simply fell in the yard is often not covered. We photograph and document every storm removal before the first cut and itemize invoices the way adjusters expect, so your claim has what it needs.
How much does tree removal cost?
Price depends on the tree’s size, health, and how close it is to structures or power lines. A planned removal of a large oak generally runs from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars; emergency and storm work is quoted per job. We come look and give you a free written quote before any work begins — no surprise line items.
Do you handle emergency storm damage?
Yes — storm and disaster response is our flagship service. We triage incoming calls by danger, taking structures and blocked access first, then stabilize, remove, and document the work for your insurance claim. Call 985-893-0991 and tell us what you’re looking at, or text a photo.
How do I know if a tree on my property is dangerous?
Warning signs include a new lean, large dead or hanging limbs, deep cracks in the trunk, soil heaving at the base, and fungus or hollow spots at ground level — especially on a tree near your house, driveway, or power drop. Our risk assessment gives you a written, prioritized list: what to remove now, what to monitor, and what to leave alone.
Is cleanup included in the price?
Yes, always. Complete cleanup is included in every quote, not billed as an add-on. We protect the property on the way in and leave the site raked and clear on the way out.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Zeigler holds Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry License #2168 and is fully insured — we’ll put a certificate of insurance in your hand on request before work begins. We’ve operated as a Louisiana company since 2001.
What areas do you serve?
We work across all of St. Tammany Parish, plus the greater Northshore, Southshore, and Baton Rouge, operating from two yards in Madisonville and Covington. That local footprint is why we can mobilize quickly after a storm instead of driving in from out of state.
Do you do land clearing?
Yes — from a single homesite to full-tract work.
Get a clear scope, fast
Send your project details and we’ll respond with clear next steps. You’ll know what needs immediate attention, what can wait, and what the work plan looks like.
Zeigler Tree & Timber
253 Highway 1085
Madisonville, LA 70447 · also serving from Covington
Prefer to text? Send a photo to 985-893-0991 and we’ll take it from there.