About Eric Russell Tree Service in Etoile, TX

A Deep East Texas Tree Service Built on Four Decades of Experience

Eric Russell Tree Service is a locally owned tree service company serving Etoile, Nacogdoches, Lufkin, Diboll, Huntington, and Mount Enterprise throughout Deep East Texas. Founded in 1983, the business recently transitioned to Shawn, who worked alongside the previous owner for eight straight years before taking over at the start of this year. With 27 years of personal industry experience and deep roots in the Pineywoods community, Shawn brings both technical expertise and a straightforward approach to every job.

What sets this business apart in the local tree service market is a commitment to doing things the right way—legally and technically. Eric Russell Tree Service is fully insured, carries workers comp, runs payroll with taxes withheld, and collects sales tax as required by Texas. In an industry where cash-only competitors often skip these steps, you're working with a company that operates with full legal compliance and protects both its crew and your property.

The approach here is tree-conscientious. Shawn won't recommend cutting a tree that doesn't need to come down, even when it means less revenue. You'll get honest advice based on what's actually best for your property and your trees, not what generates the biggest invoice. If a tree can stay, you'll hear that. If it needs to come down, you'll understand exactly why.



Reach out to discuss your tree service needs and get a clear assessment of what's required.

With four decades of business history and Shawn's 27 years in the industry, Eric Russell Tree Service understands the specific challenges of working with trees in Deep East Texas. The Pineywoods region's dense forests, severe weather patterns, and variety of native species require knowledge that only comes from years of hands-on work in the area.

The business handles both routine tree care and emergency situations. When storms hit and trees come down on structures or block roads, Eric Russell Tree Service is available for 24/7 emergency work. Whether it's scheduled maintenance or an urgent response, you're working with someone who knows the local tree species, understands how they fail, and has the equipment and crew to handle the job safely.



Technical standards matter here. The crew doesn't spur live trees—a practice that damages healthy trees and marks inexperienced climbers. You'll see proper climbing techniques, appropriate equipment for each job, and what Shawn calls "the best cleanup in town." The work site doesn't just look acceptable when the crew leaves—it looks like professionals were there.

Plain-Spoken Service from Someone Who Does the Whole Legal Thing

When you contact Eric Russell Tree Service, you're talking directly with someone who's spent nearly three decades learning this trade and building relationships throughout Etoile and surrounding communities. Shawn's approach is plain-spoken and grounded in real expertise—no corporate language, no sales pressure, just clear explanations of what needs to happen and what it will cost.

Founded in 1983, recently transitioned to owner with 27 years personal industry experience

Locally owned and operated in Etoile, serving Nacogdoches, Lufkin, Diboll, Huntington, and Mount Enterprise

Fully insured with workers comp coverage, payroll tax compliance, and Texas sales tax collection

Available 24/7 for emergency tree service throughout Deep East Texas

Tree-conscientious philosophy—won't recommend cutting trees that don't need to come down

You get what you pay for in tree service, and with Eric Russell Tree Service, you're paying for legal compliance, technical expertise, and honest advice from someone who's been doing this work in Deep East Texas for 27 years. Contact us to schedule an assessment or get emergency assistance.