Crane removing a dead pine tree at a home in St Petersburg, FL

Some trees can be saved. Some are a roof repair waiting to happen. Tree Rescue, LLC handles tree removal in St Petersburg, FL the safe way: ISA certified assessment first, then sectional removal with the right equipment, including a crane for the big ones. Local, family-owned, licensed and insured, with free estimates and a spotless yard when we leave.

Big. Leaning. Half-Dead. We've Seen Worse.

We remove the trees other crews look at and pass on. Crane-equipped removal means large, hazardous, or tight-access trees come down in controlled sections instead of falling in one piece, protecting your home, pool cage, fences, and everything else you own.

Tree Removal Services We Provide

  • Hazardous tree removal
  • Complete removal: roots, stump, and debris
  • Decayed and diseased tree removal
  • Damaged tree removal
  • Property damage prevention
  • Protective removal of invasive and weak-wooded species

Signs a Tree Needs to Come Down

Not sure? These are the signals our arborists look for:

  • Infection or disease that treatment cannot save
  • Dead branches in the crown
  • Fungi growing at the roots
  • A hollow or structurally compromised trunk
  • A noticeable lean, especially a new one
  • Growth into power lines
  • Trunks or roots too close to your home or other structures
  • Storm damage beyond recovery

If you are seeing any of these, get it assessed by an ISA certified arborist before storm season decides for you.

How Our Tree Removal Process Works

We remove trees in sections from the top down, using climbing gear, an aerial lift truck, or a crane depending on the tree and the access. The crane lets us lift heavy sections up and away without dropping them. Every removal follows current industry safety standards, and the crew is covered by workers' compensation insurance. Complete removal is available: tree, stump, roots, and debris, so the only thing left is level ground. Want the stump gone too? See stump grinding.

Crane lifting a cut tree section clear of a house in St Petersburg, FL Tree Rescue crew finishing a large oak removal in Pinellas County

Why Choose Our Tree Removal Company

Owner-operated with upfront, bottom-line pricing. Customers call our bids the best of all quotes, and our cleanup gets described as "like we were never there." Free estimates, usually on the spot.

"Jason did precisely what he committed to doing. Tree is gone, stump is gone, work area is neat and orderly at conclusion - all at a great price. Highly recommend these guys."

Ron W.

Tree Removal FAQs

What is involved in the tree removal process?

Trees come down in sections from the top, using specialized rigging and, for large trees, a crane that lifts each piece clear without dropping it. An aerial lift truck handles work that does not require climbing. Everything follows current industry safety standards.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in St Petersburg?

Sometimes. Requirements depend on the tree's size, location, whether it is hazardous, whether it is a street tree, and whether it is an invasive species. Rules vary by municipality, and we can point you in the right direction for your property.

Do I have to be home for the removal?

No. As long as the crew has access to the property, you do not need to be there.

How much does tree removal cost?

It depends on the tree's height, diameter, condition, and how accessible it is, plus what you want done with the trunk and branches and whether stump grinding is added. Small jobs can run a few hundred dollars; large or complex removals can run a few thousand. Estimates are free and usually quoted on the spot.

Is it okay to remove a tree close to the house?

Often it is the right call: branches damage siding and roofs, debris buildup holds moisture, and roots can threaten the foundation. But close does not automatically mean it must go. Our ISA certified arborists assess the tree's health first and tell you honestly whether it can be spared. No pressure, no unnecessary removals.

Get a Free Tree Removal Estimate

Text a photo of the tree and we will size it up fast. Fair, upfront pricing and a yard you get back the same day.

Free Estimates

Usually quoted on the spot. Call, or text a photo of the tree for the fastest answer.

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  • ISA Certified Arborists
  • Licensed & Insured
  • Workers' Comp Coverage
  • A+ BBB Rated
  • Family-Owned Since 2013
Storm Damage? We Answer 24/7.

Tree on the house, new lean, hanging limb: do not wait for business hours. We roll any hour, every day.

Call Now: (727) 492-6367 Emergency Tree Service