The Leading Limb Tree Service

10/22/2026

Installed 3 dynamic support cables in this mature cedar elm to help support its major stems and reduce excessive movement.

With trees like this, weak unions and the weight of multiple large stems can put a lot of stress on the tree, especially during high winds. Dynamic cabling helps reduce that stress while still allowing the tree to move naturally.

Proper cabling can help lower the risk of stem failure and preserve a mature tree for years to come. Sometimes the best option isn’t removal, it’s giving the tree the support it needs.

Another tree protected by The Leading Limb Tree Service. Give us a call today for a free quote! 806-566-5979

10/19/2026

A little before and after of todays job! Thank you to everyone who continues to use the leading limb tree service. Give us a call today for a free estimate! 806-566-5979

08/03/2026

Dead trees don’t always come down the way you’d expect.

This massive dead pine had been growing backwards and was leaning over two homes, making it a serious hazard. The tree was far too dead and brittle to climb safely, so instead of putting a climber at risk, we used an advanced felling technique.

We installed a basal anchor and pulled the tree over under controlled tension. This method allowed us to keep a rope system in the tree the entire time, so even if the trunk or top broke out unexpectedly—as dead pines often do—we maintained control throughout the removal.

Every tree requires a different approach. Sometimes the safest option isn’t climbing—it’s knowing when to use the right equipment and the right techniques to protect people, homes, and our crew.

If you have a dead, leaning, or hazardous tree, don’t wait until it becomes an emergency. Give The Leading Limb Tree Service a call for a free estimate. We’re committed to doing the job safely and professionally every time.

07/22/2026

Storms don’t always bring trees down right away. Sometimes they leave behind hidden hazards that are just waiting for the next strong wind.

This mulberry tree had a massive breakout, most likely caused by a heavy storm. The broken limb was hanging directly over the customer’s roof and a power line. From the ground, it might have looked like it was still attached well enough—but in reality, it was one gust away from causing serious damage.

Situations like this are why it’s so important to have storm-damaged trees inspected by someone who understands how wood fails and how to remove hazardous limbs safely. Every cut has to be planned to keep the limb under control and protect the home, utilities, and everyone on the ground.

We were able to remove the damaged limb safely and leave the customer with peace of mind before it became an emergency.

If one of your trees has been through a recent storm, don’t assume it’s okay just because it’s still standing. A quick inspection today can prevent a much bigger problem tomorrow.

The Leading Limb Tree Service proudly serves West Texas and Eastern New Mexico with safe, professional tree care. Give us a call today for a free hazard assessment of your trees 806-566-5979

07/14/2026

There’s nothing more satisfying than bringing a customer’s vision to life.

This homeowner told us she’d been asking different companies for years to trim her trees and shrubs a certain way, but nobody ever quite understood what she was looking for. We took the time to listen, understand her goals, and make sure she got exactly what she had been envisioning. Seeing how happy she was with the final result made the job that much more rewarding.

For this project, we removed smaller shrubs from the flower beds to open everything up, carefully shaped the holly bushes to give them a clean, natural look, performed root crown excavations on two young red oak trees, and finished the landscape with fresh mulch.

Root crown excavations are one of the best investments you can make in a young tree. Trees aren’t meant to have their trunks buried under soil or mulch. The root flare should always be visible. When it’s covered, it can lead to decay, disease, and poor root development. We also removed girdling roots—roots that grow around the trunk instead of away from it. Left alone, they can slowly choke the tree as it grows, reducing its health and shortening its lifespan.

Taking care of these problems early gives young trees the best chance to grow strong, healthy, and beautiful for decades to come.

At The Leading Limb Tree Service, we believe great tree care starts with listening to our customers and doing the job the right way—not just the easy way. Thank you for trusting us with your property!

07/11/2026

Tree felling isn’t about making a tree fall—it’s about controlling how it falls.

In this video, you’ll see that after I made the back cut, the tree didn’t immediately commit to the fall. It stayed where it was until I intentionally cut more of the hinge wood. That wasn’t by chance, and it certainly isn’t something that’s guaranteed on every tree. It was the result of reading the tree, understanding its lean, and using proper felling technique to stay in control for as long as possible.

Every tree is different. Species, weight distribution, defects, wind, and lean all play a role, which is why experience matters. That’s why we never rush the process. Every cut has a purpose, and our goal is always to maintain control from the first saw cut to the moment the tree is safely on the ground.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support The Leading Limb Tree Service. We’re grateful for every customer who trusts us with their property. We take that responsibility seriously and work hard to provide safe, professional tree care while helping keep our community looking its best.

07/11/2026

There’s something satisfying about driving through town and seeing a tree you took the time to care for. That’s one of the reasons we love what we do.

At The Leading Limb Tree Service, we don’t believe every tree needs to come down. Sometimes all it takes is the right pruning to bring a tree back to life, improve its shape, and make a yard feel completely different. And when a tree has become unsafe or has reached the end of its life, we remove it carefully, always keeping your home, your property, and the surrounding landscape in mind.

Every yard is different, and we treat it that way. We want our work to leave your property looking cleaner, safer, and more beautiful than when we arrived. It’s not just about the tree we worked on—it’s about the whole landscape and taking pride in the community we all call home.

To everyone who has trusted us with your trees, thank you. Every phone call, recommendation, and opportunity to work on your property means more to us than you know. Your support allows us to keep doing what we’re passionate about, and we’re truly grateful to be a part of making our neighborhoods a little safer and a little more beautiful every day.

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07/08/2026

At The Leading Limb Tree Service, we believe everyone deserves honest, professional tree care—no matter where they live.

We’re proud to serve communities all across West Texas, from Lubbock to Amarillo, and everywhere in between. We also travel into eastern New Mexico, including Clovis and Portales. Whether you’re in a small town, out on a ranch, or in the middle of the city, we’re happy to make the drive.

To us, this isn’t just about cutting trees. It’s about protecting your home, preserving the health of your trees, and treating every property with the same care and respect we’d give our own. We take pride in doing the job the right way, using proper pruning techniques, safe removal practices, and the experience to handle even the most challenging situations.

We’re grateful for every customer who trusts us, and we’re honored to serve the people and communities that make West Texas and eastern New Mexico feel like home.

If you need tree work done by a crew that genuinely cares about quality, safety, and doing right by its customers, we’d be honored to earn your business.
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07/05/2026

07/04/2026

Not every tree over a house can simply be cut and dropped. That’s where cradle rigging comes in.

This limb was suspended directly over the roof, leaving no room for error. Using cradle rigging, we were able to fully support the weight of the limb, control its movement from start to finish, and safely lower it to the ground without causing damage to the home below.

Tree work isn’t just about owning a chainsaw—it’s about understanding weight distribution, rigging forces, proper cutting techniques, and having the experience to make the right decisions when every cut matters.

At The Leading Limb Tree Service, we take pride in protecting your property while getting the job done safely and efficiently. Whether it’s a hazardous removal, storm damage, or technical pruning over homes and structures, we treat every job with the care and precision it deserves.