Remove Trees Without Damaging Your Property

Sectional rigging and yard protection methods ensure safe removal in tight spaces across Deep East Texas.

Safeguard Your Property With Proven Methods

Blue-collar expertise backed by 27 years in the trade

Eric Russell Tree Service handles tree removal, trimming, pruning, stump grinding, hazard assessment, and storm cleanup throughout Deep East Texas. Based in Etoile, we operate in Nacogdoches, Lufkin and the surrounding areas.  We bring straight talk and hands-on skill to every job, treating your property with the same care we'd expect for our own. When a tree poses a real threat or has reached the end of its useful life, we're ready to handle it the right way.

You'll know upfront what the work involves and why it's necessary. We walk the site, explain what we see, and give you options grounded in what the tree actually needs—not what makes the easiest sale. If a tree can stay, we'll tell you. If it needs to come down, we'll show you how we plan to do it safely and cleanly.

Eric Russell Tree Service operates fully insured with workers comp, collects sales tax, and runs payroll by the book. We've been doing this since 1983 because we do the whole legal thing and stand behind the work from start to finish. You get what you pay for, and we make sure it's done right the first time.

Reach out for a free quote and let's talk through what your property needs.

How We Handle Each Job

Every tree situation is different, and the way we approach removal or trimming depends on access, proximity to structures, and what's growing nearby. We take the time to rig each cut properly, section heavy limbs in controlled drops, and use methods that keep your landscaping intact. Emergency services are available around the clock when storms create urgent hazards.

From the moment we assess the site to the final load hauled away, you'll see the same attention to detail and careful planning. We don't rush through a job just to move on to the next one, and we don't leave a mess behind.



Our methods are built around protecting what matters and delivering the best cleanup in town:

Sectional rigging removes trees in tight quarters without damaging fences, structures, or neighboring plants

Railroad jacks lift fallen trees off roofs and buildings to prevent further harm during extraction

Tire cushioning absorbs the impact of heavy log drops and preserves turf and hardscaping underneath

Storm response crews mobilize quickly across Nacogdoches, Lufkin, and surrounding communities when weather strikes

Get in touch to schedule an assessment and see how we'll approach your specific situation.

Count on Honest Assessments Every Time

We recommend removal only when truly necessary and never spur live trees during the process.

Tree Removal

We use trailer loads of tires to absorb log drops and protect your yard from impact damage.

Tree Trimming and Pruning

Our approach keeps healthy trees intact and shaped correctly without unnecessary cutting.

Stump Removal and Grinding

Complete stump elimination clears the site and prepares your property for the next step.

Storm Cleanup

Emergency response available around the clock when severe weather creates hazardous conditions.

Eric Russell Tree Service operates in Nacogdoches and Lufkin with a reputation earned over decades of dependable work across the region. We've spent years refining techniques that protect both trees and property, and we show up ready to deliver results you can see and trust.

Our team takes pride in the trade itself—doing the physical work with precision, following through on every commitment, and treating each property like it belongs to someone who cares about it. We've built this business on integrity, not shortcuts, and that means showing up insured, operating legally, and standing behind what we do long after the equipment is packed up.

Let's set up a time to walk your property and give you a straightforward assessment.