Tree removal in Harvest, AL
Harvest mixes older wooded lots with new subdivisions off Old Railroad Bed Road, Wall Triana Highway and Nick Davis Road. That means a lot of tall pines and oaks standing close to houses.
Harvest has a long storm history
Few places in Madison County have been hit as often. Two F5 tornadoes crossed the area on April 3, 1974. An F4 tore through the Anderson Hills subdivision on May 18, 1995. On April 27, 2011, the Hackleburg–Phil Campbell tornado did EF4 damage in Harvest, and less than a year later, on March 2, 2012, an EF3 hit some of the same ground. The National Weather Service called Yarbrough Road and Old Railroad Bed Road one of the worst-hit areas.
Trees that made it through those storms can still carry damage you cannot see from the ground: cracks in the main trunk, broken limbs hung up in the canopy, or roots that were partly torn loose. If a big tree near your house came through a past storm, it is worth having a crew look at it before the next one.
New subdivisions, exposed trees
Harvest's population roughly doubled between 2000 and 2020. When woods are cleared for a new street, the trees left standing along the edge suddenly take wind they never had to before, and they are more likely to blow over in the first few years. If your lot backs up to freshly cleared land, keep an eye on any tall trees along that line.
Permits and HOAs
Harvest is unincorporated, so there is no city tree permit. Madison County does not require one for a tree on your own lot. Many newer Harvest subdivisions do have HOA covenants that require approval before a large tree comes down, so check yours first.
Power lines and debris
- Power lines. Much of Harvest is served by Huntsville Utilities. If a tree is on or against a line, call the utility before anyone else. Your bill shows who your provider is.
- Debris. County residents get yard debris pickup through their county commission district for a monthly fee. Large removals produce more wood than one pickup takes, so ask the crew to haul it away or leave it cut to firewood length.
What it costs
Harvest prices track Huntsville's: roughly $280 to $1,230 for a typical removal, and more for storm damage or very large trees. See the cost guide.
Common questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Harvest, AL?
No. Harvest is unincorporated and Madison County does not require a permit for a tree on your own lot. Check your HOA covenants if you live in a subdivision.
Should I worry about trees that survived past tornadoes?
Trees that came through storms can have hidden cracks, hung-up broken limbs or loosened roots. If a large one stands near your house, it is worth having a crew inspect it.
How much does tree removal cost in Harvest?
About $280 to $1,230 for a typical removal, and more for storm damage or very large trees.