Tree Removal in Longmont, CO: Safe, Professional Tree Removal
Dead, damaged and unwanted trees taken down without damage to what's around them
Why Choose Longmont Tree Company
- Free written estimates
- Emergency calls answered day and night
- Cleanup included in every price
- Homes, HOAs and commercial sites
- Careful work near houses and fences
- Local to Longmont and nearby towns
Longmont Tree Company removes trees for homeowners, HOAs and businesses across Longmont, from the alleys of Old Town and the Historic Eastside to newer yards in Clover Basin and Spring Valley at Ute Creek. A lot of what comes down here is ash, dead or dying from emerald ash borer, which has been in Longmont since 2016. Others are split by spring snow, leaning toward the house or in the way of a new garage. Whatever the reason, the tree comes down in controlled pieces, and your roof, fence and lawn stay as they were.
Before anyone starts a saw, we look at the tree, what's under it and how we'll get the wood out. You get the plan and the price in writing.
Removal is the last option, not the first. If a tree can be saved with pruning, cabling or treatment for a fair price, we'll say so, and you can decide. When it does need to go, we can grind the stump, leave the chips for your beds and cut logs to firewood length on the same visit.
Tree Removal Services for Longmont Properties
Most removals fall into one of four groups. Each one needs a slightly different plan, crew and set of equipment. The right approach depends on the tree's condition, what's underneath it and how much room we have to work.
Hazardous Tree Removal
Trees with deep cracks, rot at the base, dead tops or a new lean can fail without warning. We take these down from the top in small pieces, roping each one to the ground instead of letting it drop. See our hazardous tree removal page for the warning signs to look for. If the tree is close to failing, we'll come out sooner and set up so no one is under it while we work.
Storm-Damaged Tree Removal
After high wind or a heavy wet snow, trees can be split, uprooted or hung up in other trees. Damaged wood is under tension and can spring when it's cut, so we release it slowly and in the right order. Urgent jobs go to the front of the schedule. We also look over the trees that are still standing, since storms often leave cracks and hanging limbs that aren't obvious from the ground.
Dead and Diseased Tree Removal
A dead tree gets more brittle every month it stands. Removing it before it starts dropping limbs is cheaper and safer than waiting. If disease is the cause, we'll tell you whether nearby trees of the same species are at risk. Dead ash is the tree we expect to take down most often in Longmont. Because Boulder County is under an emerald ash borer quarantine, ash and other hardwood firewood has to stay in the county, and we handle the wood that way.
Clearing for Building and Landscaping
Planning a garage, addition, fence line or new driveway? We remove only the trees that have to go, protect the ones you're keeping and can grind the stumps so the site is ready for the contractor. Root zones of the trees you keep get fenced off so trucks and diggers don't crush them.
Our Tree Removal Process, Step by Step
Removing a tree safely is mostly planning. Here's what happens from the first call to the final walk-around.
On-Site Assessment and Consultation
We visit, look at the tree's size, lean, condition and what it could hit. We also check access: gates, slopes, overhead lines and how close a truck can get. You tell us what you want gone and what you want left alone. If the tree can be saved, this is when we'll tell you.
Written Quote and Work Plan
You get a written price that spells out the removal, cleanup and anything optional, like stump grinding or leaving firewood. The plan notes where the wood will be lowered and how we'll protect the lawn, fences and plants. Nothing gets added on the day without your OK.
Permits and Utility Checks
Trees in the strip between the sidewalk and the street usually belong to the city. Longmont needs a Forestry permit before one comes down, the work has to be done by a city-licensed contractor, and the stump must be ground. Trees near the main lines are coordinated with Longmont Power & Communications. For HOA properties, we can send the board the written plan and proof of insurance so approval goes quickly.
Careful Removal in Sections
The climber or bucket operator removes limbs first, then the trunk in pieces small enough to control. Heavy sections are lowered on ropes through a friction device so they land softly where we planned. Where there's open space, larger pieces can be dropped in a planned spot to save you time and money.
Cleanup and Stump Grinding
Branches go through the chipper, logs are hauled off or stacked if you want them, and the area is raked and blown clean. If stump grinding is part of the job, the stump goes below grade the same day. Ruts and marks from equipment are smoothed out, and plywood is laid over soft lawns before trucks cross them.
Final Walk-Around
Before we leave, we walk the property with you to make sure everything is cleaned up and nothing was damaged. Any questions about replanting or the trees that remain get answered then. You'll get an invoice that matches the written quote.
Why Choose Longmont Tree Company for Tree Removal Services
Taking a tree down is easy. Taking it down next to a house without a scratch is the part that takes skill. Here's what you can expect from us on every job.
Tree Removal FAQs
Questions Longmont homeowners ask us most about getting a tree taken down. If yours isn't here, call (303) 578-5969 and ask.
How much does tree removal cost in Longmont?
Most residential removals in Longmont land between about $300 and $2,500. One published Longmont cost guide puts a medium tree at roughly $530 to $720. A small ornamental tree in an open yard is at the low end; a big ash leaning over the house, or a tree we have to carry out piece by piece through an alley gate, costs more. You get a firm written price after we see it.
How can I tell if a tree needs to come down or can be saved?
Look for a dead top, cracks through the trunk or main fork, mushrooms at the base, and a lean that's new or getting worse. One or two of these can sometimes be fixed with pruning or cabling. Several together usually mean removal. A tree health assessment gives you a clear answer.
Can a dead branch wait until later?
Usually not as long as you'd think. A lesson from our own yard: "I had a maple with a dead limb I kept putting off. Figured I'd get to it the next weekend. Wind brought it down right across my fence, and I spent my Saturday fixing fence boards instead of fishing." Now we try to handle the little problems before the weather handles them for us.
Do you offer emergency tree removal?
Yes. If a tree is on your house, car or driveway, call (303) 578-5969 any time. We'll make it safe first and come back for full cleanup if needed. Our emergency tree removal page explains what to do while you wait.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree on my Longmont property?
For a city-owned street tree, yes: Longmont Forestry Services has to approve a permit first, usually within five business days, and the removal must include stump grinding. Every tree contractor working in Longmont also needs a city tree license. For a tree fully on your own lot, we'll check the rules for your address and any HOA approval before we schedule.
How long does it take to remove a large tree?
Most large trees take a few hours to a full day, including cleanup. Height, how much rigging is needed, and how far we have to carry the wood all affect the time. Trees over a house or near power lines take longer because every piece is lowered by rope. We'll give you an estimate of how long it takes when we quote the job.
What should I check before hiring a tree company in Longmont?
Make sure they're on Longmont's licensed tree contractor list. Then get the work and price in writing, including who's hauling off the brush. It saves everybody an awkward conversation when the truck's ready to leave.