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Tree Removal in Essex & Morris County, NJ
Safe, meticulous removal of hazardous, dying and unwanted trees — including tight-access and crane-assisted takedowns, lot clearing and land clearing — with zero debris left behind.
T&D Tree Service is a family-owned, fully insured tree removal company based in Livingston, New Jersey, serving Essex County and Morris County since 1984. When a tree is dead, dying, storm-damaged, leaning toward a home, or simply in the wrong place, our ISA Certified Arborists take it down safely and cleanly — whether it’s a single backyard maple in Livingston or a stand of towering oaks on a Short Hills estate. T&D Tree is licensed and carries full liability and workers’ compensation insurance, so your property and our crew are always protected.
Tree removal is the most dangerous work in arboriculture. A large tree can weigh many tons, and dropping it near a house, a fence, power lines or a neighbor’s yard demands the right rigging, the right equipment and a crew that has done it thousands of times. For 40 years, homeowners across Essex & Morris County have trusted T&D to remove their most difficult trees without a scratch on the property — a track record our reviews reflect.
From a single hazard tree to a full lot
The equipment, insurance and experience to take down any tree, anywhere on your property.
Hazardous & Dead Tree Removal
Removing dead, diseased or storm-weakened trees before they fall on your home, car or family.
Tight-Access Removals
Maneuvering trucks and equipment into tight backyards and between homes to remove trees other companies won’t touch.
Crane-Assisted Takedowns
For large or high-risk trees, we bring in a crane to lift sections out cleanly — protecting structures, siding and landscaping below.
Lot & Land Clearing
Selective clearing and full lot preparation for builders and homeowners, preserving the trees worth keeping.
Near-Structure Removals
Trees close to houses, pools, decks and power lines removed piece by piece with careful rigging.
Removal + Stump Grinding
Finish the job completely by pairing removal with our stump grinding service — the stump ground below grade so nothing is left behind.
The safest way to take a tree down
Cheap tree removal is expensive when it goes wrong. An uninsured crew that drops a limb through your roof — or gets hurt in your yard — becomes your liability. T&D Tree Service removes that risk entirely.
- Full liability & workers’ comp insurance — ask any ‘guy with a truck’ for proof; most can’t
- ISA Certified Arborists on every removal
- We own our cranes, bucket trucks and chippers — no rental delays, no cut corners
- Property protection first: siding covered, turf matted, paths cut to size to avoid shaking the house
- Permits pulled quickly when your town requires them
- Every log, limb and chip hauled away — or split into firewood if you’d like
Signs a tree needs removal
Not every struggling tree has to come down — but some clearly do. Call for a tree removal assessment when you see:
- More than half the canopy dead, or large bare limbs with no new growth in spring
- Mushroom conks or soft, crumbling wood at the base — a sign of root or trunk rot
- A sudden new lean, or soil heaving and cracking on one side of the root plate
- An ash tree with D-shaped exit holes and thinning crown — classic emerald ash borer
- A tree crowding your foundation, septic field, pool or power service
When we can save a tree with corrective pruning or cabling, we’ll tell you. When safe tree removal is the right call, no one in Essex & Morris County does it more carefully.
Controlled, insured, and spotless
The process behind 40 years of removals with no damage and no drama.
Free On-Site Estimate
Dave personally assesses the tree, the access, the hazards and what your town requires, then gives you a clear written quote on the spot.
Permits & Scheduling
If your municipality requires a permit, we pull it for you, then schedule the removal around your calendar.
Protected, Rigged Removal
We cover and pad everything below, then take the tree down in controlled sections — by climb, bucket or crane — keeping the load off your property.
Complete Cleanup
We grind the stump if requested, chip the brush, haul the wood and rake the site until there’s no trace we were there.
Not sure a tree has to go? Sometimes strategic pruning can save it. And if a tree has already come down in a storm, our 24/7 emergency tree service can respond today across Essex & Morris County.
Tree removal in Essex & Morris County: local factors
New Jersey’s tree canopy is aging, and two pressures are driving more removals than ever. Emerald ash borer has killed a large share of the region’s ash trees, and standing dead ash turns brittle fast — these are among the most common tree removal calls we take. Spotted lanternfly, meanwhile, stresses maples and its favorite host, the invasive tree of heaven, which many homeowners choose to remove outright.
Winter is often the ideal season for tree removal here: the ground is firm, the canopy is bare and dormant trees drop less debris. Just as important, many Essex & Morris County towns now require a permit before a large tree comes down. As an established local company, T&D knows each town’s ordinance and pulls the permit for you — something an out-of-town storm crew rarely does.
What affects tree removal cost in NJ
Because no two trees are alike, we quote every job on-site. The factors that most affect tree removal cost are:
- Height and trunk diameter — a 20-foot ornamental versus a 90-foot oak are worlds apart
- Proximity to structures and wires — a tree over a roof needs sectioned, rigged takedown
- Access — whether a crane, bucket or backyard climb is required to reach it
- Cleanup — stump grinding, log hauling or splitting the wood into firewood
T&D owns its cranes, bucket trucks and chippers, so there are no rental markups. Add stump grinding to finish the job, read our reviews, then book a free estimate or meet the T&D team.
Tree Removal in every town in Essex & Morris County
Pick your town for a page built around tree removal right where you live — or call (973) 434-5557 for a free estimate.
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Caring for the trees of Essex & Morris County
From the estates of Short Hills and Mendham to every street in between, T&D Tree Service is the local, licensed arborist New Jersey homeowners call first.
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What Essex & Morris County says about T&D Tree
This service is THE BEST! A huge tree came down on my shed and they came out same-day. The crew worked hard to save the shed and removed the heavy limbs very carefully. Cleaned up nicely — excellent service.
I have been using T&D for years. There is no reason to use anyone else. They are reliable, competent and fairly priced. Thank you Dave.
Best tree services in Essex and Morris counties. Dave came for a prompt estimate, pulled the permit quickly, and his crew did a great job above our expectations — covered the siding and pathway to avoid damage.
I’ve used T&D multiple times and they never disappoint. Professional, friendly, efficient. They leave the area spotless — it’s clear they take pride in their work. Highly recommend!
T&D was wonderful — always on time, always when promised. David showed a vast knowledge of local trees, his team used a crane and wore safety equipment, and they cleaned up completely.
They do exceptional work at extremely reasonable prices. Dave was an absolute pleasure to work with. The tree was a monster and came down seamlessly — they truly go above and beyond.
Dave arrived on time with a reasonable quote, and the crew showed up the very morning he promised. Courteous, efficient and professional — they protected our property and cleaned up well.
Massive 50-ft tree removed at the last minute, leaving no trace on my neighbor’s yard. Amazing work for just 3 guys. Fair pricing and easy to work with.
Responsive, dependable, and his team is neat and very careful. I’ve used T&D in the past and would not do business with any other tree company in Livingston.
Very reasonable pricing. Great service. Crew arrived at the time promised. Yard was left spotless.
Tree removal questions, answered
Tree removal cost depends on the tree’s height, trunk diameter, condition, and how difficult it is to access — a small open-yard tree is far cheaper than a large oak leaning over a house. Because T&D Tree Service owns its cranes and chippers and has removed NJ trees for 40 years, our pricing is honest and competitive. Get an exact figure with a free on-site estimate or call (973) 434-5557.
Many Essex and Morris County towns now require a permit to remove certain trees. T&D Tree Service knows the local ordinances and will pull the permit for you as part of the job — one of the advantages of hiring an established local arborist rather than an out-of-town crew.
Yes. Near-structure removals are our specialty. T&D Tree Service takes the tree down in small, controlled sections — often with a crane — while covering siding and pathways, so there is no impact to your home. Many of our reviews describe trees removed inches from a house with zero damage.
Yes. In addition to single-tree removals, T&D Tree Service handles lot clearing and land clearing for builders and homeowners — selectively clearing what needs to go while preserving the trees worth keeping.
T&D Tree Service removes trees throughout Essex County and Morris County, NJ — including Livingston, Millburn, Short Hills, West Orange, Montclair, Morristown, Chatham, Madison and Mendham. See all service areas.
T&D Tree Service is the fully insured, ISA Certified arborist Essex & Morris County has trusted since 1984 — combining owned equipment, real expertise, careful property protection and fair pricing. Meet the team on our about page or request a free estimate.
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