Big trees. Bad storms. We handle it.
Removals, trimming, stump grinding, lot clearing and 24/7 storm work across the Metro East and St. Louis. BBB A+, ISA Member, insured with workers' comp.
From one hazardous oak over the house to clearing a whole lot, our crews bring the cranes, grapple trucks and track loaders to do it safely and leave it clean.
Starting at $290
Big, dead, leaning or dangerous. Crane and grapple work for tight spots near homes and lines.
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Starting at $90
Healthier trees, clear roofs and lines, better looking yards.
Learn more → 03Trees on houses, cars and driveways. Crews available right away.
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Starting at $70
Gone below grade so you can mow, plant or build.
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Starting at $190
Track loaders and grapple trucks to clear brush and trees fast.
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Our arborists treat any tree disease or pest, from borers to blight.
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Big trees over houses and pools come out piece by piece, lifted over the roof.
Learn more → 08Dead, cracked, leaning or hollow trees taken down before they fall.
Learn more → 09We work with your insurance company and help document the damage.
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Starting at $190
Garden beds, mulch, rock beds and the cleanup after a tree comes out.
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Siding, driveways, patios and decks cleaned with soft washing where high pressure would do harm.
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Commercial parking lots and businesses only — we don’t plow residential driveways. Salt, walks and entrances included.
Learn more →Also: debris cleanup · lawn care
When a storm drops a tree on your house, car or driveway, you need a crew today, not next week. MadCow runs 24/7 emergency service across the Metro East and St. Louis.
Named at a stop signLance was sitting at a stop sign with his grandson, right next to a Madison County sheriff's deputy. His grandson looked over and said it plain as day:
"Look Pawpaw, there's a mad cow."
The name stuck. The cow got a chainsaw. And the crew has been taking down the biggest, gnarliest trees in the Metro East ever since.
“They did such a great job! It was rainy when they came to my house and they took extra precautions and laid down boards to help lessen the tire tracks. It was really nice that all the wood was in one nice pile and out of the way! They were quick and efficient and just overall did a job well done!”
“Couldn't be happier!! The boys did a fantastic job. Cleaned up the mess. Was very polite. The price was reasonable. Was good entertainment watching the one up in the tree doing the cutting.”
“These guys were very Professional, fast Responding and Reasonably priced and that’s no lie. I would recommend them over many companies that I got estimates from. They came out, gave an estimate and did the work in less than 2 weeks. They were amazing especially since the tree was between 2 sets of power lines and they dropped it, hauled it off and cleaned up all in less than 8 hours and without disturbing traffic on a very busy road.”
Based at 152 Fosterburg Road in Alton. We cover the Riverbend, the Metro East and the St. Louis metro.
Jobs start at $290. The final price depends on the size of the tree, what it is near and how we can get equipment to it. A small tree in an open yard costs far less than a big oak leaning over a house. Send a photo with the form or call 618-288-9663 and we will give you a free estimate.
Yes. If a tree is on your house, car, driveway or blocking the road, call 618-CUT-WOOD any time, day or night. Crews are available right away.
Yes. We work with insurance companies every week. We photograph the damage, write up the work and can talk to your adjuster. We also submit our bill to your insurance company on your behalf. See our storm damage and insurance page for how it usually goes.
Yes. MadCow Tree Service is insured, including workers’ comp for the crew. We are BBB A+ rated and an ISA Member.
Yes. We grind stumps below grade and clean up the wood, brush and chips unless you want to keep the firewood or mulch.
We are based at 152 Fosterburg Road in Alton and serve 66 towns in Illinois and Missouri — the Riverbend, the Metro East, St. Charles County, St. Louis County and the City of St. Louis, plus towns along I-55 and I-70. See our service areas list or call and ask.
Free estimates. 24/7 emergency service. Alton, the Metro East and St. Louis.
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