Your tree removal specialists in Ithaca, NY. Free assessments, certified arborists, and complete cleanup.
Professional tree removal for Ithaca property owners. B. Haney and Sons Arborists arborists evaluate each tree carefully — assessing size, lean, target zones, and rigging requirements — before bringing the tree down in controlled sections that protect your structures, fences, and landscaping. Whether the tree is dead, hazardous, oversized, or simply in the way, our crews handle the takedown with proper equipment and safety protocols.
With a population of 35,562, Ithaca is home to thousands of properties with mature trees that require professional care. Our tree removal team in Ithaca, NY combines local arborist knowledge with ISA-standard training to deliver results that protect your property and keep your trees healthy long-term. Every project begins with a thorough on-site assessment so we can recommend the right approach for your specific situation, tree species, and site conditions.
When you choose B. Haney and Sons Arborists for tree removal in Ithaca, you get a team that responds fast, communicates clearly, and treats your property with respect. We handle all the details — proper rigging, clean cuts, full debris cleanup, and a final walkthrough — so you can focus on the rest of your day.
From first call to final walkthrough, here is what to expect from B. Haney and Sons Arborists in Ithaca, NY.
B. Haney and Sons Arborists begins every tree removal in Ithaca, NY with a thorough plan. We assess the tree, choose the right takedown method, and identify all hazards before a single cut is made.
Our crew secures the work area, places equipment for optimal positioning, and confirms emergency procedures before climbing. Spotters watch for unexpected hazards throughout the takedown.
We bring the tree down in controlled sections — rigged from above, lowered to the ground with ropes and lowering blocks, never dropped freely where we can avoid it.
B. Haney and Sons Arborists finishes every removal in Ithaca with complete cleanup. Wood hauled or stacked per your preference, stump ground per your scope, area raked smooth. We leave the site looking better than when we arrived.
What Ithaca property owners want to know about tree removal — answered by our arborists.
Tree removal in Ithaca typically ranges from $400 to $1,800 for standard residential trees and $2,000 to $6,000 or more for very large trees, hazardous trees over structures, or removals requiring crane assistance. Pricing depends on tree size, species, location relative to buildings and power lines, access for equipment, and whether stump grinding is included. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides free written estimates.
Most single-tree removals in Ithaca are completed in 4 to 8 hours, including cleanup. Very large trees, hazardous removals over structures, or jobs requiring crane support may take a full day or longer. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides a clear timeline during the estimate so you can plan around the work.
Stump grinding is offered as part of tree removal in Ithaca, NY or as a separate service. We bring the right-sized grinder for the stump and grind 6 to 12 inches below grade depending on your replanting plans. Pricing is included in the original estimate when bundled with removal.
Yes. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides emergency tree-on-structure removal throughout Ithaca with crane support, careful rigging, and structural awareness to avoid making the damage worse. We document everything for your insurance claim and coordinate with your adjuster as needed during the process.
Honest reviews from property owners who chose B. Haney and Sons Arborists for their tree care needs.
"Good tree work overall. The trimming and pruning was excellent and the trees look great. Cleanup could have been a little more thorough — found a few stray branches the next morning — but the actual tree work was top-notch and we will use them again."
"Hazardous tree removal on a leaning oak threatening our house. Crew arrived on time with proper equipment, rigged everything down in sections, and the property was completely safe the entire time. Great communication from quote through cleanup."
"Emergency tree service in the middle of the night during an ice storm. Tree had fallen across our driveway. Crew was there in under three hours, cleared the driveway, and made the property safe. Pricing was very fair given the conditions."