Leaning pines over the house
Tall loblolly and shortleaf pines that have started to lean toward a home, taken down in controlled sections.

Expanded service area · East Texas
Yes—APPEX Tree Service serves Tyler, Longview, Lindale, Whitehouse, Bullard, Kilgore and surrounding East Texas communities. We provide tree trimming and pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, storm cleanup, land clearing and debris removal across Smith and Gregg counties as part of our expanded service territory.
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ZIP code coverage
Every dot is a ZIP code on our Tyler & Longview list. Search yours, tap a dot, or pick a ZIP below to find it on the map.
Near Tyler4 ZIPs
Near Whitehouse3 ZIPs
Near Lindale3 ZIPs
Near Bullard1 ZIP
Near Longview4 ZIPs
Cities & counties
Local tree conditions
Tyler and Longview sit in the Piney Woods of East Texas, where tall loblolly and shortleaf pines grow alongside red oaks, water oaks and sweetgums. Many homes are built right under these mature trees, so a single pine over a roofline can carry real risk when it leans, dies back or is struck by lightning.
East Texas gets more rain than DFW, and saturated sandy soils plus strong spring storms can uproot shallow-rooted trees. Tyler—known as the Rose Capital of America—also has many established yards and gardens where careful pruning protects what is planted below.
Common trees
Loblolly and shortleaf pine, red oak, water oak and sweetgum.
Main risks
Tall pines over homes, lightning strikes, saturated soils and spring storms.
Coverage
Smith and Gregg counties: Tyler, Longview, Lindale, Whitehouse, Bullard, Kilgore.
Typical projects
Tall loblolly and shortleaf pines that have started to lean toward a home, taken down in controlled sections.
Pines with stripped bark, browning needles or beetle damage removed before they become brittle hazards.
Clearing dead limbs from red oaks, water oaks and sweetgums that hang over roofs, driveways and gardens.
Services
Every APPEX service is available here. The highlighted three are what Tyler & Longview property owners ask for most.
Deadwood removal and clearance pruning for hardwoods over roofs and driveways.
Learn about tree trimming & pruningControlled removal of tall, dead or leaning pines close to homes and outbuildings.
Learn about tree removalClearing downed pines and limbs after East Texas spring storms.
Learn about storm cleanupGround 8–12 inches below grade, ready to backfill.
Learn about stump grindingBrush, lot, fence-line and acreage clearing.
Learn about land clearingLimbs, logs and brush piles hauled away.
Learn about debris removalSeasonal guide
Saturated sandy soils and strong storms uproot shallow-rooted pines—have leaning or top-heavy trees near the house checked early.
Drought-stressed pines attract bark beetles. Browning needles or sap tubes on the trunk are signs a pine should be assessed quickly.
Cooler months are a good time for planned pine removals and hardwood pruning, with less heat stress on trees and crews.
Serving your area
Our crews reach Tyler, Longview and the rest of Smith and Gregg counties from our Fort Worth base along the I-20 corridor. Once we have reviewed your photos, we confirm a work date for your area and arrive with the climbing and rigging gear that tall East Texas pines require.
Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Sun: Closed
FAQ
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Call or message our team, Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
Yes. Tyler, Longview, Lindale, Whitehouse, Bullard and Kilgore are part of APPEX Tree Service's expanded East Texas service area, served from our Fort Worth base. Send photos to get a quote and a scheduled work date.
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From Tyler, Longview and Lindale to the surrounding communities—send photos for a free, no-obligation estimate.