Tree Removal in Southfield, MI
Safe removal of dead, hazardous, and storm-damaged trees in Southfield. Climbers, bucket trucks, and crane-assisted removals, with full cleanup and a written price up front.
- ISA Certified Arborist on Staff
- Free, No-Obligation Estimates
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- Crane-Assisted Removals
Get Your Free Estimate
Tell us about your trees and we will follow up fast to schedule your free on-site estimate.
Tree Removal for Southfield Homes and Businesses
We serve both homeowners and commercial property managers in Southfield. Typical projects include removing dead ash and declining oaks near homes and clearing hazardous trees along parking lots and property lines.
Every removal starts with a free on-site assessment. An arborist looks at the tree, what surrounds it, and how our equipment can reach it, then gives you a written price. If the tree can be saved with pruning or treatment instead, we will tell you.
How We Remove Trees Safely
We match the method to the tree and the site, so the job is done with control from the first cut to the final cleanup.
Climbing and Rigging
Where trucks cannot reach, our climbers take the tree apart from the top down and lower every section on ropes.
Bucket Truck Removal
When there is street or driveway access, an aerial lift lets us work quickly and safely from outside the tree.
Crane-Assisted Removal
For very large trees or trees over a house, a crane lifts each piece up and away with no impact below.
Cleanup and Stump Grinding
Brush is chipped, logs are hauled out, and the stump can be ground below grade so the spot is ready to use.
Signs a Tree in Southfield Should Come Down
- Large dead limbs or a crown that no longer leafs out
- Cracks, cavities, or soft, decayed wood in the trunk
- Mushrooms or conks growing at the base or on the trunk
- A new lean, or soil lifting on one side of the root plate
- Split leaders or major limbs torn out by a storm
- An ash tree killed by emerald ash borer, which turns brittle quickly
- Roots or trunk crowding a foundation, driveway, or utility line
Storm Damage? We Answer 24/7.
Fallen trees, hanging limbs, and roof damage cannot wait. Our crews respond after hours and on weekends, tarp exposed areas, and help with your insurance claim.
What Affects the Cost of Tree Removal in Southfield
- Height, trunk diameter, and overall size of the tree
- Condition of the tree. Dead and brittle trees take more care to remove
- Access for trucks and equipment, including fences, gates, and slopes
- What is underneath: roofs, garages, decks, pools, and landscaping
- Nearby overhead wires and service lines
- Whether a crane is needed
- Stump grinding and wood haul-away options
The Trees We Remove Most in Southfield
Oaks, maples, cottonwoods, and ash are the most common. Dead ash trees left by the emerald ash borer are still a hazard on wooded lots and along property lines in Southfield.
Not sure whether your tree needs to come down? See all of our tree services in Southfield, including pruning and plant health care, or read more about our tree removal service.
- Southfield City Centre
- Northwestern Highway
- Telegraph Road
- Evergreen Road
- Lahser Road
- 12 Mile Road
- Carpenter Lake Nature Preserve
- Lathrup Village
Three Simple Steps to a Safer Yard
Getting started takes a phone call or a short form. We handle the rest.
Request a Free Estimate
Call (248) 826-2375 or fill out the form. Tell us what you are seeing and we will schedule a visit that works for you.
Get a Clear Plan and Price
An arborist walks your property, explains what your trees need, and gives you a written estimate before anything happens.
We Do the Work and Clean Up
Our crew shows up with the right equipment, completes the job safely, and leaves your property looking better than we found it.
Trusted by Homeowners Across Oakland County
From the first phone call to the final cleanup, our goal is a job you would recommend to a neighbor.
"It was a pleasant experience from the call to Carol at the office to working with the guys in the field. Mike, the job foreman, was very professional. The cleanup was great. I have a whole new respect for this profession."
Southfield Tree Removal FAQs
What Southfield property owners ask before removing a tree.
How much does tree removal cost in Southfield?
Every tree is different, so we price each job after seeing it. Size, condition, access, and what is underneath the tree all affect the cost. Estimates in Southfield are free and provided in writing before any work starts.
Do you remove trees throughout Southfield?
Yes. We serve all of Southfield, including zip codes 48034 and 48076, and work regularly around Southfield City Centre, Northwestern Highway, Telegraph Road.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Southfield?
Rules vary by community, and some cities and townships regulate removal of certain trees or trees in the public right of way. We will help you find out what applies to your property in Southfield before any work begins.
How long does it take to remove a tree?
Most single-tree removals are finished in a few hours to one day, including cleanup. Very large trees, crane jobs, and multi-tree projects can take longer. We tell you what to expect when we provide the estimate.
Can you remove a tree that is right next to my house?
Yes. Trees close to homes are removed in sections. Each piece is tied off and lowered under control, or lifted away by crane, so nothing drops onto the roof.
What happens to the wood?
By default we chip the brush and haul the logs away. If you would like to keep firewood-length logs or wood chips, tell us when we write the estimate.
Is the stump removed too?
Stump grinding is quoted as a separate line so you can choose. Most customers add it, since a ground stump lets you replant, reseed, or simply mow over the spot.
Can you remove a tree after hours if it is an emergency?
Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency tree removal. Call (248) 826-2375 any time.
Tree Removal Near Southfield
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- (248) 826-2375
24/7 for emergencies - 925 Brown Rd
Lake Orion, MI 48359 - Office hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
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