McDonough mixes the historic square and established neighborhoods like Eagle's Landing and Lake Dow with fast-growing subdivisions along GA-20, US-23 and GA-81. Talk with Pro Tree, a family-owned Jonesboro business, about tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, storm damage or lot clearing.
Our yard at 279 S Main St in Jonesboro is about 15 miles from McDonough, roughly 27 minutes off-peak. Call with your property address to confirm service availability for your location.
McDonough's tree rules don't cover removing a tree from an existing residential lot; they apply to land-disturbing development. The exception is a specimen or historically significant tree, which needs the community development department director's permission. Share photos of the tree and what's near it when you request an estimate.
Tree Removal details →Large water oaks in older McDonough neighborhoods are weak-wooded and often carry hidden decay, so dead or overextended limbs over roofs and driveways are worth addressing before storm season. Tell us which trees you want to keep and what clearance you need.
Tree Trimming & Pruning details →Stumps left from lot clearing in newer subdivisions, or from older removals, can be ground out to make room for sod, beds or a fence line. Mention how many stumps there are and how equipment can reach them.
Stump Grinding & Removal details →Henry County has taken repeated storm damage: Helene's remnants set a rainfall record at the Pates Creek gauge near Flippen in 2024, and an EF-1 tornado touched down near McDonough in April 2025. If a tree comes down on your home or driveway, call to discuss the situation and current availability.
Emergency & Storm Damage details →Before land-disturbing work for new development, McDonough requires a tree protection plan, and specimen trees can't be removed without the director's permission. Tell us what you want cleared and kept, and confirm permit requirements with the city before clearing.
Land Clearing & Lot Prep details →Our Jonesboro yard sells mulch, topsoil, fill dirt and firewood. McDonough is about 15 miles away, so call with your address, product and quantity to check stock and pickup or delivery options.
Landscape Supplies details →McDonough's mix of established neighborhoods (Eagle's Landing, Lake Dow) and fast-growing new subdivisions means a lot of mature water oaks and loblolly pines alongside freshly cleared red-clay lots. Henry County takes a regular beating from severe weather — Helene's remnants set a rainfall record at the Pates Creek gauge near Flippen in 2024, and the county has seen repeat tornado touchdowns, including an EF-2 near Locust Grove in May 2025. Saturated clay plus shallow-rooted pines is the classic recipe for the uprooted trees we clear after these storms.
For a normal homeowner, McDonough does not require a permit — it only regulates trees when there is land-disturbing development or new construction, so routine removal on your existing lot is not covered. The one exception is a true specimen tree, which needs the Community Development Director's sign-off (McDonough defines specimens by size, age, and symmetry rather than a fixed diameter). In unincorporated Henry County, homeowners in platted subdivisions are generally exempt except near streams and reservoirs.
Bottom line: Ordinary tree removal on an existing residential lot is not regulated in McDonough — its tree rules are triggered by land-disturbing development. The exception: specimen trees can't be removed without the Community Development Director's permission. Confirm current requirements with your local planning office and discuss any permit responsibilities when arranging your estimate.
Based on the local code — check with the local planning office for current requirements.
Eagle's Landing (gated golf) · The Preserve at Eagle's Landing · Lake Dow North · The Registry at Olde Towne · new-construction along GA-20 / US-23 / GA-81
ZIP codes: 30252, 30253
Family-owned in Jonesboro since 1986, with 45,000 customers served. Call with your property address and project details to discuss availability and arrange an estimate. Discuss debris removal, stump grinding and cleanup when requesting your estimate so the agreed work is included in your quote.
Usually not for a tree on an existing residential lot. McDonough's tree rules apply to land-disturbing development, and specimen or historically significant trees need the community development department director's permission. Confirm current requirements with the city before arranging removal.
Unincorporated Henry County has its own development code. Check with Henry County Planning & Zoning before arranging removal, especially near a stream, creek or reservoir buffer.
Tell us which trees or brush you want cleared or preserved. Discuss site access, equipment, debris handling and the required finish when requesting an estimate, and confirm the city's tree protection plan requirements before clearing.
Stay clear of any downed power lines and call your utility first. Take photos of the damage for your insurer, then call us to discuss the situation and current availability.
Our yard in Jonesboro is about 15 miles away. Call with your property address and the work you need to confirm availability and arrange an estimate.
Tell us about your project. We’ll discuss the work and arrange a free estimate.
Family-owned since 1986 · Based in Jonesboro
