Tree Service in Dothan, AL

Permit requirements for tree removal vary by municipality and can change. In most cases, removing a tree on private residential property in Dothan does not require a permit — but the rules are different for trees in public rights-of-way, protected or heritage trees, and properties in historic or overlay districts. Before any significant removal, confirm the current requirements with the City of Dothan or Houston County planning or permitting department.

Southeast Alabama's primary damage season is hurricane season, June through November. Dothan's location close to the Florida border puts it in the path of storms tracking inland from the Gulf — Hurricane Michael (2018) made landfall as a Category 4 storm on the Florida Panhandle and drove damaging winds through the Wiregrass. After any storm, inspect trees for hidden damage before resuming outdoor activity.

Houston County's Wiregrass landscape is defined by longleaf pine — the native forest of the region before modern agriculture transformed the flatlands. Loblolly and slash pine are common in residential areas. Water oaks and southern red oaks shade established neighborhoods. Pecan trees are regionally significant, cultivated throughout the Wiregrass for generations. Southern magnolia is common throughout the zone.

Tree removal in Dothan typically costs $300–$2,500 depending on size, location, and access. Small trees run $300–$700; medium trees $700–$1,500; large longleaf pines and hardwoods over 60 feet run $1,500 and up. Hurricane-damaged trees with structural compromise can add to removal cost. Get a free estimate for your specific tree and property.