TREE REMOVAL

Tree Removal Service in New Orleans

From hazardous trees to storm-damaged limbs, we remove any tree safely, cleanly, and with full cleanup.

At TurnKey Tree Cutting, we safely remove dead, damaged, and hazardous trees across New Orleans. Tree removal takes the right equipment and skilled hands, and doing it without them is dangerous and ineffective.

Our certified crew handles every removal with care, protecting your home, landscaping, and power lines, and hauling away every limb. Contact us today for a free estimate.

When Should a Tree Be Removed?

Some situations are obvious. A tree that has already fallen, split, or lost a major limb over a roof needs to come out. Others are easier to miss, and those are the ones that turn into emergencies later.

Deadwood in the upper crown: Bare branches at the top while the lower canopy still leafs out usually means the tree is failing from the top down.
A lean that has changed: A tree that has always leaned is different from one that started leaning after a storm. Fresh soil heaving on one side of the base is the signal that matters.
Cracks, cavities, or fungal growth at the trunk base: These point to decay inside the wood, which you cannot judge from the outside.
Roots lifting near a foundation, driveway, or walkway: Sometimes the fix is root management rather than removal, and an assessment tells you which.
Branches touching the roofline or power drop: Contact damages both, and it worsens every season.

If you are unsure, that is the right time to ask. We would rather assess a tree you keep than remove one you did not have to.

Why Professional Tree Removal Matters

Removing a tree is not a do-it-yourself job. A tree can fall the wrong way and damage your home, injure someone, or hit a power line when it is not handled by people who know what they are doing.

Our team uses specialized tools, proper cutting techniques, and strict safety practices to control the tree’s descent and avoid hazards. That expertise keeps your property and your family safe from start to finish.

New Orleans makes this harder than it is in most places. Older neighborhoods put large mature trees on narrow lots, close to houses, with overhead power drops running through the canopy. There is often no clear direction to drop a tree, which means it has to come down in sections, rigged and lowered rather than felled.

Saturated ground after heavy rain adds another problem. Wet soil holds a root plate loosely, so a tree that looks stable can shift once weight starts moving. Reading that before the first cut is the difference between a controlled removal and an accident.

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OUR PROCESS

How We Remove a Tree

Assessment

We evaluate the tree’s health, size, location near structures, and risks like dead branches or disease to choose the safest method.

Permits

We check local regulations and handle any permits needed, so the removal is fully compliant.

Safe Setup

Our crew uses helmets, gloves, eye protection, and the right rigging to protect everyone on site.

Controlled Removal

We use proven cutting techniques to guide the tree down and away from your home, power lines, and landscaping.

Cleanup

We haul away all limbs and debris and leave your property clean and safe.

Emergency and Storm-Damaged Tree Removal

After a storm, a fallen or damaged tree can be a serious hazard. Our crew responds quickly to assess and remove storm-damaged trees, restoring safety to your property.

If a tree is threatening your home or blocking access, call us right away. We prioritize safety and work efficiently to resolve urgent removals across Greater New Orleans.

Storm work is different from scheduled work. A tree on a roof is holding weight in ways it was never meant to, and cutting the wrong piece first can drop the rest of it. We assess the load path before touching anything.

If a tree comes down on your property, do these things first:

Stay clear of the tree and anything it touches: Assume any line in the debris is live.
Photograph everything before it moves: Wide shots, close-ups of the damage, and the base of the tree. Your insurer will want them.
Call your insurance company: Ask whether they want the debris left in place until an adjuster has seen it.
Do not climb on or cut a leaning or suspended tree: Stored tension is what injures people after the storm has passed.

WHAT DRIVES THE PRICE

What Affects the Cost of Tree Removal

Cost is the most common question we are asked, and the honest answer is that no two removals price the same. Here is what actually moves the number.

Size and Height

A 30 foot ornamental and an 80 foot oak are different jobs needing different equipment.

Trunk Diameter

Wider wood takes longer to cut and produces far more debris to haul away.

What Sits Underneath

A tree over an open yard costs less than the same tree over a roof, a fence, or a pool.

Site Access

If a truck and chipper can reach the tree the work moves quickly. If everything is carried through a side gate, it does not.

Power Line Proximity

Lines running through the canopy mean sectional rigging and sometimes coordinating with the utility.

Stump and Debris

Grinding the stump and hauling the wood are separate decisions that change the total.

We give a free, no-obligation estimate after looking at the tree in person, so you know the price before any work begins.

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SPECIES WE WORK WITH

Trees We Remove Most Often Around New Orleans

Different species fail in different ways, and knowing which tree you have changes the approach we take.

Live Oaks

The signature tree of the older neighborhoods. Their long horizontal limbs are what make them beautiful and what fail first, so removal is limb-by-limb dismantling rather than felling. Many are worth saving, and we will tell you when that is the case.

Water Oaks

Fast growing and comparatively short lived. They tend to hollow out with age, which is why they show up in storm damage more than their share.

Pines

Tall, top-heavy, and prone to snapping in high wind rather than uprooting. Height and drop zone dominate the plan.

Palms

A different structure entirely, with a single growing point and no ability to seal a wound. A palm that looks bad is often recoverable with tree trimming instead.

Crape Myrtles and Ornamentals

Small enough to handle quickly, and usually removed for renovation reasons rather than hazard.

OUR DIFFERENCE

Why Choose Us for Tree Removal

Certified Arborists

Licensed and Insured

Specialized Equipment

Storm-Ready Response

Free, No-Obligation Estimates

Full Cleanup Included

OUR GUARANTEES

Our Guarantees

Licensed and Insured

Every removal is done by a fully licensed and insured crew, with proof of insurance available on request.

Free Estimates

You get a clear, no-obligation estimate before any work begins.

Clean and Safe

We protect your property and leave it clean and debris-free.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does tree removal cost in New Orleans?

Cost depends on the size and location of the tree and the complexity of the job. That is why we provide a free, no-obligation estimate after assessing the tree in person, so you know the price before any work begins.

How long does tree removal take?

Most tree removals are completed within one day, though the exact time depends on the size, location, and complexity of the job. We give you a clear timeframe after assessing the tree.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in New Orleans?

It depends on where the tree stands. Trees in the public right-of-way, the strip between the sidewalk and the street, are city-controlled and almost always need approval before any cutting. Many trees fully inside a private lot do not. We confirm the current requirements with the city for your specific tree rather than assuming, and we handle the process when approval is needed.

Do you remove storm-damaged and fallen trees?

Yes. Our storm-ready crew responds quickly to remove fallen and storm-damaged trees across Greater New Orleans, making your property safe again.

Will you clean up after the removal?

Always. We haul away all limbs and debris and leave your property clean and safe after every removal.

Is tree removal safe for my house and power lines?

Yes, when it is done right. We use rigging, proper cutting techniques, and trained arborists to control the fall and protect your home, landscaping, and nearby power lines.

Can I remove a tree myself?

A small ornamental well clear of structures is within reach for some homeowners. Anything large, leaning, storm-damaged, or near a roof or power line is not, because the danger is in what you cannot see: internal decay, stored tension in a bent limb, and where the weight actually goes once you cut. Most serious injuries in tree work happen to people doing exactly this.

Should a dead tree be removed right away?

A dead tree does not become safer with time. It loses structural strength as the wood decays, so the longer it stands the less predictable it becomes and the more it costs to take down safely. Dealing with it on your schedule is almost always cheaper than dealing with it after a storm.

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Ready for Safe, Expert Tree Removal?

Whether you have a hazardous tree, storm damage, or simply need more space, TurnKey Tree Cutting delivers safe, expert removal with full cleanup. We handle the hard work so you can enjoy a safer property.

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