Tree Trimming & Tree Pruning Services in Central Indiana

Tree trimming generally starts near $400. Larger trees usually run $800 to $2,500 or more, depending on height, how much needs to come out, and how close the tree is to your home or power lines. At Pro Finish Tree Care, we provide free, no pressure estimates, so you know exactly what to expect before work begins.

Most mature shade trees do well with trimming every 3 to 5 years. Young trees benefit from lighter pruning more often so they grow a strong structure. Trees hanging over a roof, driveway or play area may need attention sooner.

Late fall through winter is ideal for most trees, because the tree is dormant and the branch structure is easy to see. Oaks should not be pruned from spring into early summer, when fresh cuts can attract the beetles that spread oak wilt. Dead, broken or hanging limbs should come down any time of year.

People use the words interchangeably. In practice, trimming usually means shaping and clearance, like lifting branches off a roof or away from a driveway. Pruning focuses on tree health: removing dead, diseased or weak branches so the tree grows stronger and holds up better in storms.

No. Topping cuts large branches back to stubs, which weakens the tree and causes fast, poorly attached regrowth that breaks easily in storms. If a tree is too tall for its spot, we use crown reduction cuts that lower the height without damaging the tree.

Yes, we trim branches away from roofs, gutters and service lines every week. If branches are touching the main utility lines along the street, the electric company handles those, and we can tell you who to call.

Yes. We chip and haul away the brush and branches unless you would like the wood left for firewood. You should not be able to tell we were there, other than a better looking tree.

Yes. We are fully insured, including general liability and workers’ compensation, and we are glad to send proof of insurance before the job.