Tree Trimming & Removal on Long Island | Nassau & Suffolk County

Name: Nassau Landscaping
Address: NY, US
Telephone: (917) 939-7072
Price range: $$

Professional Tree Trimming & Removal on Long Island

Tree work is among the most dangerous services a homeowner can hire — and also one of the most consequential for long-term property health and safety. Our ISA-certified arborists assess each tree's structure, health, and risk profile before any work begins. We distinguish between proper pruning (which improves tree health and structure) and harmful topping or flush-cutting (which creates long-term decay and liability). Every removal is planned for safe, controlled drop zones with full cleanup of debris.

Tree Trimming & Removal on Long Island — What You Need to Know

Long Island's tree canopy faces specific regional threats: Oak Wilt, Spotted Lanternfly, Spongy Moth (formerly Gypsy Moth), and the long-term effects of compacted suburban soils on root systems. Nor'easters and tropical storm remnants regularly bring down major limbs and whole trees — emergency storm cleanup is a core part of our service. The North Shore's mature oak and beech canopy requires particularly skilled care.

Best time for this service: Year-round; dormant season pruning (winter) is often best for deciduous trees

What's Included in Our Tree Trimming & Removal Service

ISA-certified arborists assessing every job
Full liability insurance protecting your property
Emergency storm response available
Stump grinding available after removal
Proper pruning that improves tree structure — not harmful topping

Get a Free Tree Trimming & Removal Estimate

Call (917) 939-7072 or submit online — we'll respond with a written estimate within one business day.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Tree Trimming & Removal

When is the best time to trim trees on Long Island?

Dormant pruning in late winter (February–March) is ideal for most deciduous trees — the tree's structure is visible without leaves, wound closure begins immediately as growth starts in spring, and disease transmission risk is lower. Oak trees specifically should never be pruned between April and July on Long Island due to Oak Wilt risk.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Nassau or Suffolk County?

Nassau and Suffolk County have varying regulations, and many incorporated villages have their own tree ordinances. In Nassau County, removing trees over a certain diameter often requires a permit, and landmark trees are protected. We handle the permit research and applications as part of every job.

What's the difference between tree topping and proper pruning?

Topping — cutting the main trunk back to arbitrary stub cuts — is widely condemned by arborists because it creates massive entry wounds for decay, produces weak watersprout regrowth, and ultimately shortens the tree's life. Proper crown reduction reduces tree size using strategic cuts to lateral branches while maintaining natural form and structure.

How do I know if my tree needs to come down?

Signs a tree may need removal include: significant trunk cracks or cavity (more than 30% of circumference), major scaffold limbs compromised by disease or mechanical damage, roots lifting hardscaping or damaging foundation, more than 50% crown dieback, or trees leaning over structures. Our arborists can assess any tree of concern.

Tree Trimming & Removal in Nassau County — All Towns

We provide professional tree trimming & removal throughout Nassau County. Click your town for local information and details.

Tree Trimming & Removal in Western Suffolk County

Our tree trimming & removal service extends into the western-most Suffolk County communities. Click your town for local details.

Tree Trimming & Removal — Nassau County & Western Suffolk