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Tree service in Roanoke, VA: how to choose, local facts and permits

By Umair Nawaz, founder of Lirevon Updated How we check facts

Local facts

Roanoke tree companies by the numbers

From our own October 2026 check of Google Maps listings for "tree service" and "tree removal". Totals only: we do not name or rank these companies.

  • 22

    tree service companies we found in the Roanoke area

  • 5%

    of those listings had no website

  • 49

    Google reviews on the median listing

  • 188–663

    reviews on the three most-reviewed listings

What this means when you hire

  • A company with no website is common here. Judge it by insurance, a clear written quote and recent reviews.
  • About half the listings had fewer than 49 reviews. A low count can just mean a newer company; read what customers say.
  • A big review count is a good sign, not a promise. Still get two or three written quotes.

Source: our October 2026 check of 22 tree companies in Roanoke. See the Virginia data report and open data.

Storm season

Storms in Virginia

Tropical storms and nor'easters can hit the coast from June to November. Summer thunderstorms bring strong wind statewide, and ice and snow damage trees inland from December to March.

After a storm: stay clear of leaning or split trees, call the utility for downed lines and 911 if anyone is in danger. Read what to do after a storm or see live storm warnings.

Permits

Tree permits in Roanoke

We could not confirm a city tree permit rule for Roanoke. Call the city planning or forestry office before removing a large tree, and check your HOA rules.

Short explanation, not legal advice. See tree permits by city and what to ask about permits.

Hiring checklist

Before you hire in Roanoke

  1. 1Get two or three written quotes that list cleanup, wood and stump work, and the start date.
  2. 2Ask for a certificate of liability insurance and workers’ compensation, sent by the insurer, and check the dates.
  3. 3Ask who gets any Roanoke tree permit and who pays the fee. Put it in the written quote.
  4. 4Ask whether a certified arborist will look at the tree, especially for pruning, disease or a tree near the house.
  5. 5Read recent Google reviews and look at how the owner replies, not just the star rating.
  6. 6Do not pay the whole job up front. A fair deposit is normal for big jobs; full payment comes when the work is done.
  7. 7Be careful with anyone who knocks after a storm and pushes you to sign today.
  8. 8Never climb, cut near power lines or touch a downed line. Call the utility for lines and 911 if anyone is in danger.
  9. 9Check the state rules page for Virginia tree work: we found no state license made just for tree removal, but contractor licensing may apply to some jobs, and spraying trees for hire needs state pesticide certification.

Compare quotes side by side with our free quote comparison checklist, or read how to hire a tree service and questions to ask.

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Claimed local profiles

These Roanoke companies claimed a free profile and asked to be shown. Everything on a profile was supplied by the owner. Listed in alphabetical order: no ranking, no pay-to-rank, and not an endorsement.

No Roanoke company has claimed a profile yet. To see local companies, search Google Maps for "tree service near me", read their reviews and get two or three written quotes.

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Tree service in Roanoke: questions

How do I choose a tree service in Roanoke, VA?

Get two or three written quotes from insured local companies, ask for proof of insurance sent by the insurer, read recent Google reviews and ask who handles any city permit. In our October 2026 check we found 22 tree companies listed on Google Maps in the Roanoke area, so you have choices.

How many tree service companies are there in Roanoke?

Our October 2026 check of Google Maps found 22 tree service companies in the Roanoke, VA area after removing duplicates, franchises and unrelated businesses. The real number may be higher, because some crews are not on Google Maps.

Is it a red flag if a Roanoke tree company has no website?

Not on its own. 5% of the Roanoke listings we checked had no website. Look instead at insurance, a written quote, recent reviews and how clearly they answer your questions.

How many Google reviews should a good tree company have?

There is no magic number. The median Roanoke listing we checked had 49 reviews and the three most-reviewed had between 188 and 663 reviews. A newer company can be good with few reviews; read what customers say and how the owner replies.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Roanoke?

We could not confirm a city rule for Roanoke. Call the city planning or forestry office before removing a large tree, and check your HOA. Short explanation, not legal advice.

When is storm season in Roanoke?

Tropical storms and nor'easters can hit the coast from June to November. Summer thunderstorms bring strong wind statewide, and ice and snow damage trees inland from December to March. Have large trees near the house checked before the season starts.

When is the best time to prune trees in Roanoke?

Late fall through late winter is a good window for most trees, while they are dormant and the ground is firm. Dead or broken limbs can come out at any time of year, and spring-flowering trees like dogwood and redbud are usually pruned right after they bloom. Ask a certified arborist about your tree.

How much does tree removal cost?

It depends on the tree size, how close it is to the house or lines, access for equipment, cleanup and stump work. We do not publish prices for tree work. Get two or three written quotes so you can compare.

Why are only some Roanoke companies named on this page?

We only name a company when its owner claims a free profile and agrees to show it. We do not rank companies, there is no pay-to-rank, and claimed profiles are shown in alphabetical order. To see every local company, search Google Maps and read their reviews.

I own a tree service in Roanoke. How do I get listed?

Claim your free profile on our claim page. We confirm you run the business by phone or email before anything goes live, and you can ask us to change or remove it at any time.

Lirevon does not do tree work. Short explanation, not legal or insurance advice. Spotted a mistake? See our corrections page.

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