5 Best Tree Removal Services in New York (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

A leaning tree over a Brooklyn brownstone or a storm-dropped limb across two backyards is not a job to hand to whoever answers the phone first. Tree removal in New York is dominated by certified arborists and family-run crews here, and every company on this page holds a rating of 4.7 stars or better, with a combined total near 390 Google reviews. The differences come down to specialty: full removal and stump grinding versus pruning-first, tree-preservation work.

Short answer: Power Tree Removal LLC leads on both rating and volume, a perfect 5.0 across 133 reviews, offering 24-hour emergency removal, stump grinding and crane service across Brooklyn and Queens. Lively Oak is also rated 5.0 across 79 reviews, focused on ISA-certified pruning and tree preservation rather than removal. Costs vary widely by tree size and access, so get an on-site quote before committing.

Jump to a business

1. Power Tree Removal LLC
2. Lively Oak
3. Arborpolitan Tree & Ga…
4. NYC Tree Pit Services
5. NYC Tree Trimming & Re…
Get listed

Tree Services Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Power Tree Removal LLC	5.0 ★	133	Full removal & emergency service	View ›
2	Lively Oak	5.0 ★	79	Certified arborist pruning	View ›
3	Arborpolitan Tree & Garden Care	4.8 ★	33	Risk assessment & selective removal	View ›
4	NYC Tree Pit Services	4.7 ★	22	Tree pit & street tree work	View ›
5	NYC Tree Trimming & Removal	4.7 ★	19	Multi-borough removal	View ›

5 Best Tree Removal Services in New York (2026)

Our top picks for tree removal

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Power Tree Removal LLC

5.0133 Google reviews

Power Tree Removal LLC is a Brooklyn-based tree service offering tree removal, pruning, trimming, stump grinding, land clearing and crane service for large or hazardous trees, with 24-hour emergency availability. The company, led by Alex, is licensed and insured and emphasizes recycling and repurposing wood and debris collected during jobs.

What people praise

Genuine 24/7 emergency response, including same-day storm cleanup
Handles large, multi-tree jobs alongside single removals
Reviewers repeatedly praise thorough property cleanup after the work
Every review on file currently rates the company five stars

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume133 · 96th

Confidencemoderate

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed tree service on this page and the safest default for emergency removal or a large job involving multiple trees, backed by a perfect rating.

Website +1917-201-8614 Directions

1229 71st St, Brooklyn, NY 11228

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Lively Oak

5.079 Google reviews

Lively Oak is a Brooklyn-based tree care and consulting practice run by a team with more than 25 years of experience as Certified Arborists, focused on tree preservation, fine pruning, tree health and risk assessments rather than routine removal. The company works with residential, commercial and institutional clients across the New York City metro.

What people praise

ISA-certified arborists with a strong focus on keeping trees healthy, not just cutting them
Reviewers describe careful, judgment-based pruning that balances light, health and neighbor impact
Praised for quick response after storm damage, cleaning and assessing safely
Every review on file currently rates the company five stars

Worth knowing

Prioritizes preservation over removal, so a full tree take-down job may be better suited elsewhere

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating5 / 5

Review volume79 · 89th

Confidenceearly

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown100% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest choice when the goal is saving or improving a tree rather than removing it, with certified-arborist expertise that shows up throughout the reviews.

Website +1917-500-0448 Directions

340 Clinton St, Brooklyn, NY 11231

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Arborpolitan Tree & Garden Care

4.833 Google reviews

Arborpolitan Tree & Garden Care is a Red Hook, Brooklyn-based arboriculture firm staffed by ISA-certified arborists, offering pruning, tree health assessments, planting, removal and stump grinding, plant health care, and storm and hazard work. The company also handles the city permit process for street tree work.

What people praise

ISA-certified arborists who explain the reasoning behind a pruning or removal decision
Handles the NYC street-tree permit process directly
Praised for meticulous cleanup and noticing related issues, like facade cracks, during a job
Strong repeat-client base for ongoing tree care

Worth knowing

One reviewer felt pricing ran high, though noted it reflected the value of a licensed arborist versus a general tree crew

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume33 · 82th

Confidenceearly

Recencyabout a year ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown94% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A strong option when a tree needs an expert assessment before deciding whether to remove or save it, particularly for street trees requiring city permits.

Website +1833-692-8733 Directions

28 Commerce St, Brooklyn, NY 11231

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

NYC Tree Pit Services

4.722 Google reviews

NYC Tree Pit Services, based in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, focuses specifically on tree pit expansion, street tree planting, tree guards, zoning compliance and rat solutions for property owners, co-ops, condos and real estate developers. It handles permitting through NYC Parks alongside the physical construction work.

What people praise

Specialist knowledge of NYC tree pit and street tree zoning requirements
Handles city permitting and plan review directly
Praised for identifying cost-saving options, like a partial city refund, that other quotes missed
Long-running maintenance contracts with buildings, some spanning years

Worth knowing

Focused on tree pits and street trees rather than large-scale backyard tree removal

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume22 · 75th

Confidenceearly

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The specialist pick for sidewalk and street tree issues, especially in landmark districts where permitting adds complexity most general tree crews will not navigate.

Website +1877-702-0909 Directions

112 S 1st St, Brooklyn, NY 11249

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

NYC Tree Trimming & Removal

4.719 Google reviews

NYC Tree Trimming & Removal, based in Lower Manhattan, offers tree trimming, pruning, removal, stump grinding, storm damage response, cabling and bracing, hazard tree inspection, and aerial truck services across Manhattan, the Bronx and the wider city. The company markets 24/7 availability for urgent tree issues.

What people praise

Wide service coverage across multiple boroughs
Reviewers describe careful work near buildings and property lines without incident
Competitive pricing on large or multi-tree removal jobs
Worked through difficult weather conditions to complete jobs on schedule

Worth knowing

Fewer recent reviews than the top names on this page, so ask for current references

Reputation scorecardrank in New York

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume19 · 68th

Confidenceearly

Recency9 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown89% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid option if you need coverage in Manhattan or the Bronx specifically, with reviewers praising careful work in tight, built-up spaces.

Website +1212-882-1379 Directions

40 Wall St 52nd Floor, New York, NY 10005

Your business here

Get listed on this page, in front of local customers already searching for you.

Claim this spot ›

Watch: 5 Best Tree Removal Services in New York (2026)

How we rank these

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is each company’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many customers have rated them, measured against the other tree services on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 from over a hundred reviews counts for more than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does tree removal cost in New York? (2026)

Tree removal pricing depends on the tree’s size, condition, and how difficult it is to access, since a tree tangled with power lines or wedged between buildings costs more to remove safely than one standing alone in an open yard.

Serving all of New York

These tree services cover Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx and Queens, from Red Hook arborists to Williamsburg tree pit specialists. Searching for tree removal near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions to the closest option.

What to ask before you hire a tree removal company

Are you a licensed and insured tree service, and can you provide proof?
Is the technician an ISA-certified arborist, and does that matter for my job?
Does the quote include stump grinding and full debris removal?
Do you handle any required city permits for street trees or landmark districts?
What is your plan if the tree is near power lines or a neighbor’s property?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these tree removal companies?

We started from tree service businesses in New York with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we rank these above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in New York City?

Street trees and trees in landmark districts often require a permit or city sign-off, while trees on private property generally do not, though rules vary by borough and building type. Ask your tree service whether your specific tree needs a permit.

What is the difference between a tree service and an arborist?

An ISA-certified arborist, like the teams at Lively Oak and Arborpolitan, has formal training in tree health and can advise whether a tree should be saved, pruned or removed. A general tree service focuses primarily on removal and cleanup.

The bottom line

Power Tree Removal is the safe default for full removal or an emergency situation, with the deepest, highest-rated review history on this page. If the goal is saving a tree rather than cutting it down, call Lively Oak or Arborpolitan first for a certified assessment.

Best Garden And Outdoor in other cities

More categories in New York

Own one of these businesses, or want to be here?

Claim your spot on this page: Basic listing $50 or Premium $100 for the top spot, held a full year. Both include a permanent link to your site.

Get listed See pricing