An arborist roped into a tree, cutting through the trunk with a chainsaw

Tree Removal in Escondido & North San Diego County

Dead, damaged or unwanted trees taken down carefully, in sections where space is tight. Troy looks at every tree in person and gives you a free tree removal estimate.

When removal makes sense

Sometimes a tree has to come down

Removal is usually the last option, not the first. But a dead tree, a badly damaged one, or a tree that has simply outgrown its spot can become a risk to the house, the driveway or the people who use the yard.

Troy looks at each tree in person before recommending removal. If trimming will solve the problem, he’ll tell you.

  • Dead or dying treesNo new leaves in season, brittle limbs, bark coming away from the trunk.
  • Storm or structural damageSplit trunks, large broken limbs or a tree that has shifted at the roots.
  • Too close to the houseLimbs over the roof, roots near the foundation or a tree that has outgrown a narrow side yard.
  • Making roomClearing space for a project, a view, or new planting.
Sections of a felled tree lying in a sunlit yard after a removal

What’s included

Agreed before the first cut

Every removal starts with Troy walking the job with you: how the tree comes down, where the wood goes, whether the stump is ground and how the area is left. You know the plan and the price before anything starts.

Removal · Escondido & North County

Why call ASAP

You deal with the owner from start to finish

29+ years in tree work

Troy has been doing this for nearly three decades, first part-time and then as his full-time trade.

He sees every job

No estimates from photos or a sales rep. Troy comes out, looks at the tree and what’s around it, and prices the job in person.

A phone that gets answered

Calls go straight to Troy. If he’s mid-job, leave a voicemail and he calls back.

FAQ

Tree removal questions

Straight answers to what people ask before they call. Anything specific to your trees, Troy will cover on site.

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Do you give free on-site estimates?

Yes. Troy comes to the property, looks at the tree and its surroundings, and gives you an estimate in person at no charge.

How much does tree removal cost?

It depends on the tree and the property, which is why Troy gives every price in person after seeing the job. The main factors are the size and height of the tree, how close it is to the house, fences, power lines or other structures, how easy it is to get equipment in and wood and debris out, the condition of the tree, and whether you also want the stump ground out. The estimate visit is free, so you know the price before deciding.

Do I need a city permit to remove a tree?

It depends on the city, the tree and where it stands. Trees on private property usually don’t need a permit, but trees in the public right-of-way, protected trees and HOA-managed landscaping can have their own rules. If you’re unsure, check with your city or HOA before the work is scheduled. Troy can talk through what he sees on site.

Do you haul away the wood and debris?

Cleanup is part of the estimate conversation. Troy goes over what happens to the wood, brush and chips before any work starts, so you know exactly what’s included.

Do you also grind the stump?

Yes. Stump grinding is a separate service and can be added to a removal. Mention it when Troy comes out so it’s included in the estimate.

Can a large tree near my house be removed safely?

Trees close to buildings are usually taken down in sections rather than felled in one piece. Troy looks at the space around the tree during the estimate and explains how the job would be done.

Is a leaning tree always a problem?

Not always. Some trees grow with a lean and stay stable for years. A lean that’s new or getting worse, cracked soil or lifting roots at the base, or a lean toward the house are worth having looked at.

Chaparral hills and a mountain ridge above Lake Hodges in North San Diego County

Free on-site estimates

Got a tree that’s worrying you?

Call Troy. He’ll come out, look at the tree with you and give you a free estimate on the spot.

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