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- Since 1995
Swansea’s tree-lined streets and wooded lots are a big part of what makes the village feel established. Many of those trees are now 60, 70 or 80 feet tall. Big trees add shade and value, but they also need regular care to stay safe through Metro East storms.
BCS Tree Service is a family-owned company based in Troy, serving Swansea and the rest of St. Clair County since 1995. Our ISA Certified Arborists help homeowners decide what to keep, what to prune and what needs to come down, with honest advice and no sales pressure.
A large oak can take a lifetime to replace, so removal shouldn’t be the first answer. Our arborists inspect for decay, weak branch unions, root problems and disease such as Oak Wilt. Then we recommend the least invasive fix that makes the tree safe. Often that’s crown cleaning and deadwood removal rather than taking the whole tree.
For oaks, we schedule pruning outside the spring Oak Wilt window to avoid attracting the beetles that spread it. Read more about our arborist services.
Our Swansea trimming work includes:
See our tree pruning and trimming page for seasonal timing.
When a tree is dead, badly decayed, or leaning toward the house, removal is the safe choice. Large tree removal is where experience matters most. We use rigging, lifts, and, when needed, a crane to take big trees down in controlled sections without damaging your home or landscaping.
We also handle dead tree removal for ash trees killed by Emerald Ash Borer, which become brittle and unpredictable quickly. Learn about our tree removal process.
Tall trees catch the most wind. After severe thunderstorms or ice storms, Swansea homeowners often face split trunks, hanging limbs, and trees down across driveways. Our 24/7 emergency tree service responds day or night and can document the damage for your insurance claim.
It depends on its structure and health. If the trunk and roots are sound, pruning and deadwood removal can often keep it safe for years. Our arborist will tell you honestly which makes sense.
Winter dormancy is best. We avoid pruning oaks from spring into early summer, when Oak Wilt spreads most easily.
Price depends on height, trunk size, access and how close the tree is to structures. Every estimate is free and in writing.
Yes. We serve Swansea along with Belleville, Fairview Heights, O’Fallon, Shiloh and the rest of the Metro East.
