tree removal in Long island and nassau

If a tree falls on your home, vehicle, or driveway, do not attempt to move it yourself, especially if it has caused structural damage or fallen near power lines. The first step is to everyone’s safety and, if necessary, call emergency services or your utility provider to report any downed power lines.

Once it’s safe, call GreenLeaf Tree Care for emergency tree removal. We offer 24/7 service to quickly remove fallen trees, clear debris, and prevent further property damage and we are fully EHAP trained.

Most tree removals take a few hours to a full day, depending on the tree’s size, location, and complexity. Small, accessible trees can often be removed in just a few hours, while larger trees or those in hard-to-reach areas require more time and planning.

If a permit is required, the timeline may extend depending on how quickly approval is granted. However, we work efficiently and safely to minimize disruptions. For urgent cases, we offer same-day and emergency tree removal services to handle hazardous or fallen trees as quickly as possible.

Late fall through early spring. Ground’s firmer, trees are dormant, and you avoid nesting season, which matters because disturbing active bird nests can delay removal. Plus, after nor’easters roll through, the ground’s often too soft in April and May. We time it right so your lawn doesn’t get torn up.

Sometimes, yes, but it’s not random. Certain trees are protected because they’re considered heritage trees, meaning they’re old, rare, or historically significant to the neighborhood. This can include white oaks in Roslyn, towering beeches in Sea Cliff, or specimen trees planted decades ago in planned communities like Garden City or parts of Great Neck.

Towns like Glen Cove, Oyster Bay, and North Hempstead all have slightly different rules, but they generally protect trees over a certain trunk diameter, often 12 inches or more, especially if they’re near the street, in a historic district, or part of an approved landscape plan. 

Not unless you want to be. We’ve done hundreds of removals where the homeowner was at work, on vacation, or just didn’t want to watch a 70-foot oak come down. All we need is access to the property, an unlocked gate, a clear driveway, no loose dogs in the yard, and a quick phone call when we’re wrapping up to confirm cleanup. We photograph the site before and after, so you’ve got peace of mind even if you’re not there. Just lock up and leave us to it. We’ll treat your property like our own.