A poorly pruned tree is worse than an unpruned one. Lion-tailing, topping, and flush cuts invite decay and failure. Our crews are trained to read the tree first: species, structure, defects, and what you actually need — more light on the lawn, clearance off the house, or a healthier crown after storm damage. Different species take different cuts. We write a short- and long-term pruning plan so the tree improves year over year.
What’s included
- Deadwood removal
- Crown cleaning, thinning, and reduction
- Crown raising for lawns, drives, and sidewalks
- Roof, chimney, and building clearance
- Weight reduction on overextended limbs
- Vista pruning and tree restoration
- Shrub pruning and shaping
How it goes
- Walk the propertyWe look at each tree’s structure, targets underneath it, and how it sits relative to the house and neighbors. You get a clear proposal — not a vague ‘trim everything.’
- Make the right cutsClimbers and bucket work follow ANSI-style pruning practice: collar cuts, no topping, and no stripping the interior of the crown.
- Clean up and leave chips if you want themBrush is chipped, logs are hauled, and the lawn is raked. Wood chips are free if you can use them.
Call us when
- Branches are on the roof, gutters, or power service drop
- The lawn or house is too shaded
- Storm-damaged limbs need restoration, not removal
- A young tree needs structural pruning now, while it is cheap
Questions
Is the 15% pruning promotion still available?
Yes. Mention the pruning promotion when you request an estimate. It applies to tree and shrub pruning on scheduled (non-emergency) work.
Will pruning hurt the tree?
Done correctly, no. We never top trees. We remove deadwood, reduce end-weight, and keep enough foliage that the tree can still feed itself.
How often should trees be pruned?
Most mature shade trees in Northern New Jersey benefit from a look every 3–5 years. Young trees and trees over structures may need more frequent clearance work.