Common Questions
Answers to what we're asked most.
Cost depends mainly on the tree's size, condition, and how close it is to a structure or power line. Small trees often run $150–$450, medium trees $450–$1,200, and large or very large trees $800–$2,000 or more. If the tree qualifies as a specimen removal under the city's ordinance, there's also a separate Tree Fund fee, charged per caliper inch. Every job gets a free, written estimate before any work starts — call for specifics on your tree.
It depends on your policy and the circumstances. Insurance is more likely to cover removal when a tree has fallen and damaged a covered structure, but less likely to cover removing a tree that's simply dead or leaning without having caused damage yet. Check with your insurance provider directly — we're happy to provide documentation of the tree's condition if that helps your claim.
Often, yes. Peachtree City requires a permit for understory trees 8 inches or greater in diameter (measured at breast height) and canopy trees 18 inches or greater — Bradford Pear included in the canopy category regardless of size. Pruning, limbing, or raising that won't kill the tree doesn't require a permit. We check every removal against the current rule during your free estimate.
Not always. Trees inside Environmental Protection Areas and the City Greenbelt can't be removed at all under any circumstances. Specimen trees can generally only be removed if they're dead, dying, or diseased; in an approved construction area; an immediate safety hazard; or required for utility work — and removal typically carries a fee into the city's Tree Fund. We'll walk you through what applies to your specific property before recommending anything.
Yes — Peachtree City requires every residential lot to have at least two trees. If a lot is legally cleared of all its trees, the city requires the owner to replant at least two. It's worth keeping in mind if you're considering a larger clearing project, not just a single removal.
Most single-tree removals are completed in a few hours to a full day, depending on the tree's size, its location relative to structures, and how much rigging and careful lowering the job requires. We'll give you a realistic time estimate during your on-site visit.
First, stay away from the tree and any power lines it may be touching or near — downed trees can shift unexpectedly, and a tree in contact with a line is a serious hazard. Take photos for insurance if it's safe to do so, then call us. We prioritize storm and hazard calls ahead of routine scheduling.
Very close, in most cases — it's exactly the kind of job our crew is set up for. Removals near a house, fence, or power line require more careful rigging and lowering rather than simply cutting and letting the tree fall, which is why experience and proper insurance matter more on these jobs than on an open-yard removal.
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