Morris County
Tree Service in Denville, NJ
Denville homeowners, around Indian Lake and the town's other lake communities, rely on us for tree removal, pruning, stump grinding and lot clearing, with free estimates and 24 hour emergency service.
Why Denville
What we see on the ground
Officially, the town is the Township of Denville.
Denville requires a permit to remove any tree 5 inches or more in diameter at breast height, with extra protection for "specimen/landmark trees" 16 inches or larger.
Residential lots of 1.5 acres or less with an existing one- or two-family home are exempt from the permit, fee and inspection — along with commercial nurseries/farms, government right-of-way work, homeowner removal of dead/dying/diseased/hazardous trees, utility line clearance, and forestry operations.
Replacement scales with the size of the tree removed: 50% replacement for trees 5–8 inches, one-to-one (2.5 inch caliper minimum) for 8–16 inches, and 2 to 5 replacement trees for anything larger — or a $500 contribution per tree to the Denville Tree Fund instead.
Depending on the property, applications are filed with the enforcement officer, the Planning Board, or alongside a building or site plan application.
Local rules change. Confirm the current details with the township before work starts.
Services
Our services in Denville
Tree Removal
Safe removal of dead, damaged, leaning or unwanted trees, including storm damage and emergency calls. Bucket truck available.
Learn more →Tree Trimming and Pruning
Trimming, pruning, deadwooding, thinning and shaping to keep your trees healthy, safe and looking good, with attention to each tree's natural shape and long-term growth.
Learn more →Stump Grinding
Stump grinding and removal so the ground is clear and level, whether you're reclaiming the space for a lawn, a garden bed, or new construction.
Learn more →Lot Clearing
Clearing trees, brush and overgrowth so your land is open, level and ready for whatever comes next, from new construction to simply reclaiming overgrown space.
Learn more →Why Tico's
What you get with us
Family-owned
A local family business since 2003.
Free estimates
You know the price before any work starts.
24 hour emergency
Storm damage and fallen trees, day or night.
Bucket truck
Available for tall trees and tight spots.
Nearby
Nearby towns we serve
Also serving Union County and Essex County and Warren County and Sussex County.
Questions
Tree questions in Denville
- Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Denville?
- For most properties, yes, for trees 5 inches or more in diameter — though a residential lot of 1.5 acres or less with an existing home is typically exempt from the permit and fee. Rules like these can change, so confirm the current details with the township before any work starts.
- Does Denville require a replacement tree?
- Often, yes, when a permit is required. Replacement scales with the size of the tree removed, or you can contribute $500 per tree to the Denville Tree Fund instead of replanting.
- Do you work around Indian Lake in Denville?
- Yes. Indian Lake was first called Lenape Lake and was developed in the 1920s by Joseph B. Righter, and the Indian Lake Community Club dates to 1923. Our crew knows the lake community's wooded, waterfront properties, along with homes near Cedar Lake and Estling Lake.
What customers say
Real reviews from local homeowners
5.0 — 35 reviews
“Howard and his guys did a fantastic job for a very fair price. Once I agreed to the job it was scheduled and completed in a couple days. I can’t be happier with the job they did and would recommend them to everyone.”
“These guys were outstanding. All work done at quoted price, on-time and the area was left spotless. Would recommend to anyone who needs tree service.”
“I have used this company many times over the past years. The owner is professional, responsive and timely. I would highly recommend them. They are also always competitive in pricing for the service they provide.”
“Howard and his crew did a great job taking down some very big and difficult trees. Extremely professional and respectful with their work. Would definitely use again!! Highly recommend to call Tico’s first!!”
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