That lean you've been watching. The big limb over the driveway. The oak that dropped a branch the size of a fence post last month. Living under a tree you don't trust is a specific kind of stress — and the fix starts with an honest answer about how much risk you're actually carrying.
DFW Tree Guys offers free tree hazard assessments across our Fort Worth and Southlake service areas. A trained professional walks your property, examines the trees that worry you — structure, lean, decay, root condition, deadwood, proximity to targets — and tells you plainly where you stand. No cost, no obligation, and no invented problems to pad a quote.
Sometimes the answer is 'that tree is fine, and here's why.' Sometimes it's 'prune these two limbs and you're good.' And sometimes it's 'this one needs to come down before the next storm decides for you.' Whatever the truth is, you'll know it before you spend a dollar — and you'll have it in time to act.
What's Included
- Visual inspection of structure, lean, and canopy condition
- Decay, cavity, and fungal indicator checks at the trunk and root flare
- Deadwood and hanging-limb identification
- Target evaluation: what the tree could hit if it failed
- Plain-English explanation of the risk and your options
- Written estimate only if work is actually warranted — no pressure, ever
How It Works
- Schedule your free visit. Call (817) 502-8203 or email us — we'll set a time that works.
- Walk-through. We inspect the trees that concern you and anything else that catches a trained eye.
- Straight answer. You get an honest read on the risk: fine, fixable, or needs to go.
- Your call. If work makes sense, you get a firm quote. If not, you get peace of mind — free either way.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the hazard assessment really free?
Yes — genuinely free, with no obligation. We inspect the tree, give you a straight answer on the risk, and provide a quote only if work is actually warranted. If the tree is fine, we'll tell you it's fine.
What are the warning signs of a dangerous tree?
Big ones: a new or worsening lean, mushrooms or fungal shelves at the base, deep cracks in the trunk, large dead limbs, peeling bark over dead wood, lifted soil or roots on one side, and previous limb failures. Any of these is worth a free look.
Can a tree that looks healthy still be dangerous?
Yes — internal decay, root damage, and weak branch unions can hide in a green, full canopy. That's why the inspection covers structure and root flare, not just leaves. It's also why storm-checks after big weather events are smart.
What happens after the assessment?
You get a plain-English explanation and, if work is warranted, a firm written quote. Whether you use us, get other bids, or do nothing is entirely up to you — the assessment costs nothing either way.
How fast can you come out?
Usually within a few days, and same-day for trees that sound actively dangerous. If you think the risk is immediate, call us now at (817) 502-8203 and we'll treat it as an emergency.
Serving both locations: White Settlement & West Fort Worth and Southlake & Northeast Tarrant County.