Morris County & Nearby New Jersey Counties
Tree Removal
Dead, leaning, split by a storm or too close to the house. When a tree has to come down, we take it down safely and clear the way. We use a bucket truck for jobs that need one and offer 24 hour emergency service.
Taking down trees safely
Every tree is different. We look at the trunk, the branches, what is under the tree and how we can reach it. Then we decide how it comes down, in one piece where there is room or in sections where there is not. Our bucket truck helps on tall trees and tight spots.
Dead and dying trees
A dead tree does not get better. Bare branches in summer, peeling bark, cracks in the trunk and mushrooms at the base are all signs a tree is on its way out. Once the wood dries out and weakens, limbs or the whole tree can come down without warning.
Emergency and storm damage
Wind takes trees down. When Tropical Storm Isaias hit on August 4, 2020, downed trees and wires left about 1.4 million New Jersey households without power at the peak, according to Governor Murphy. If a tree comes down on your house, driveway or fence, call (862) 432-5792. If it is on power lines, stay away from it and call your power company and 911 first.
What's included
- A look at the tree and the space around it
- A clear price before work starts
- Removal in one piece or in sections
- Bucket truck when the job needs it
- Brush removal
- Stump grinding on request
- 24 hour emergency response
Ask us to list exactly what is included, including cleanup, when you get your estimate.
Why Tico's
What you get with us
Bucket truck available
For tall trees and tight spots.
24 hour emergency service
Fallen trees do not wait for business hours.
Free estimates
You know the price before we start.
Family-owned since 2003
A local company you can call back.
In New Jersey
Ash trees and the emerald ash borer
New Jersey's Department of Agriculture first found the emerald ash borer, a beetle that kills ash trees, in Somerset County in May 2014. The Morris County Park Commission reports it is now throughout Morris County and New Jersey. Infested ash trees die within a few years, and dead ash wood becomes weak and brittle. If you have a dead or dying ash near your house, driveway or power lines, do not wait for it to fall.
Town rules
New Jersey towns set their own tree rules. Some ask for a permit before a tree comes down and some ask for a replacement tree. Springfield, for example, has a permit process and replacement rules for larger trees. Check with your town first, and ask us at your estimate.
How it works
A simple process
Request an estimate
Call us or use the short form.
We look at the tree
We check its size, lean, condition and how to reach it.
You get a clear price
You know the price before we start.
We take it down
We remove the tree and the brush.
More help
Related services
Service areas
Counties we serve
Towns
Towns we serve
Serving Morris, Essex, Passaic, Sussex, Warren, Somerset and Middlesex counties, plus Springfield in Union County, New Jersey.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
- How much does tree removal cost?
- Every tree is different. The price depends on the size of the tree, how close it is to buildings, and how hard it is to reach. Call or use the form for a free estimate so you know the price before we start. Taking away the wood and brush is part of the job, and if you want the stump ground too, tell us so it goes into the same price.
- Do you take down storm-damaged trees?
- Yes. Call (862) 432-5792 any time. We offer 24 hour emergency service. If a tree is down on your house, car or driveway, stay clear of it and of any wires, and call the power company first if lines are involved. Once it is safe, we take the tree off, cut it up and haul it away.
- Can you remove a tree near my house?
- Yes. We look at the tree and the space around it during your estimate and plan the job around your house, fence and yard. We have a bucket truck for jobs that need one. Close to a house, the tree usually comes down in sections from the top instead of all at once, so each piece is lowered where it will not hit anything.
- How do I know if a tree is dead?
- Look for bare branches while other trees have leaves, bark that is peeling off, cracks in the trunk and mushrooms at the base. A dead tree gets more brittle every year and can drop large limbs without warning, especially in wind or snow. If you are not sure, call us and we will take a look.
- Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
- It depends on your town and on the size and location of the tree. Many New Jersey towns have rules. Some towns set a trunk size above which a permit is needed, some ask for replacement trees, and some have their own exceptions for trees that are an immediate danger. Check with your town before the work, and ask us about it when you get your estimate. Our town pages list what we know about each town we serve.
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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