Tree removal in Monrovia, AL
Monrovia is unincorporated northwestern Madison County, with Madison to the south, Huntsville to the southeast, Harvest to the north and the Limestone County line to the west. It was cotton country for generations, and the Jeff Gin still stands where Jeff Road meets Nick Davis Road, but much of the farmland is now subdivisions.
What Monrovia jobs usually look like
- Old fence-row and field-edge trees. The tree lines that once split cotton fields now run along the back of new lots. Many are tall, leaning or half dead, and they sit right where a fence or a shed goes.
- Big trees on older homeplaces. Oaks and pecans next to older farmhouses are often bigger than they look and close to the roof. They usually come down in sections.
- Trees stressed by construction. Trees kept when a lot was graded often lose roots to the work and start dying back a few years later. Thinning leaves and dead limbs at the top are the warning signs.
- Storm damage. Straight-line winds and small tornadoes hit this part of the county regularly. In July 2023 an EF-0 tornado with winds around 80 mph touched down near Jeff Road and Kelly Spring Road.
Permits
Monrovia is unincorporated, so there is no city tree permit, and Madison County does not require one for a tree on your own land. Some newer subdivisions in the area have been annexed into Madison or Huntsville, so check your tax bill if you are not sure which rules apply. If you have an HOA, read the covenants before removing a large tree.
Power lines and debris
- Power lines. For any tree touching a line, call the provider shown on your power bill first. Crews will not work on it until the line is cleared.
- Debris. County yard debris pickup runs through your county commission district for a monthly fee. A full removal makes more wood than one pickup takes, so ask the crew to haul it or leave it cut as firewood.
What it costs
Most removals fall in the usual $280 to $1,230 range for the Huntsville area. Tall field-edge trees near fences, big oaks near the house and storm-damaged trees cost more. See the cost guide.
Common questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Monrovia, AL?
No, if your home is in unincorporated Monrovia. Madison County does not require a permit for a tree on your own land. Some newer subdivisions have been annexed into Madison or Huntsville, so check your tax bill, and read your HOA covenants if you have one.
How much does tree removal cost in Monrovia?
Most removals run about $280 to $1,230. Tall field-edge trees near fences, big oaks near the house and storm-damaged trees cost more.