While many trees can be removed with the help of climbers or aerial lifts, some are so large, hazardous, or inaccessible that they require a different approach. In these cases, a crane is needed to ensure the removal goes smoothly without putting people or property at risk. But while many tree companies offer crane-assisted removals, it’s important to work with a team of skilled professionals who have the expertise needed to conduct the removal safely and without damaging your property. That’s exactly what you get when you rely on Trimmed Up Trees — expert crane-assisted tree removal services from a team of seasoned professionals.
A number of low-quality tree care companies have begun offering crane-assisted tree removals over the last several years, but many of these companies lack the skills and technical expertise needed for this kind of high-stakes work. Unfortunately, this can result in injuries, catastrophic damage, or worse. That’s why it is critical that you select a tree-care partner that is qualified to provide this kind of service.
Trimmed Up Trees has been providing a comprehensive assortment of tree-care services — including crane-assisted removals — to residents and property managers across Central Illinois since 2013. Over the course of that time, we’ve built a reputation for being the leading tree-care service provider in the region, and we have the glowing reviews to show for it (you can see them for yourself on Google, Birdeye, and Yelp). With more than 30 years of combined tree-care experience, our arborists are ready to provide the expert crane-assisted tree removal services you need.
There are a variety of reasons a crane may be necessary for a removal project, and we always make that decision on a case-by-case basis. But a few of the most common scenarios in which we use a crane for a removal are outlined below.
A crane is often needed to handle trees located in narrow side yards, between buildings, or other places where traditional felling or climber-assisted removal isn’t possible. Crane-assisted removal allows sections to be lifted straight out without impacting nearby structures or landscaping.
We often leverage a crane’s reach to lift tree sections safely over houses, garages, or commercial buildings. This approach minimizes the risks massive tree sections present to property while also ensuring the safety of people in the area and allowing for controlled, precise removals.
Cranes are frequently needed to remove dead, decayed, or structurally compromised trees that are too unstable for a climber to ascend safely or out of reach for aerial lifts. A crane allows our crews to dismantle the tree from a distance, reducing risk to both workers and surrounding property.
Cranes can also be helpful for timber-harvesting operations, as they allow our crew to efficiently lift and relocate massive trunk sections and place them in a designated staging area for processing. This reduces repeated ground traffic, helping preserve lawns, hardscapes, and sensitive root zones.
The only way to know for certain that your tree-removal project will require a crane is by consulting with the professional arborists at Trimmed Up Trees. However, the following signs, symptoms, and clues are often associated with situations that necessitate a crane.
Cranes are often necessary for removal jobs involving trees that are growing over a house or some other structure. The crane can be used to safely lift small and manageable sections away as they’re removed.
Even though limbs are often lighter than full trees, they can still weigh thousands of pounds in some cases. This means that cranes can be necessary when trimming or pruning limbs that hang over a building or hardscape.
To safely remove or prune a tree, ropes and rigging tools must be used to safely lower the cut sections to the ground. But when access limitations prevent crews or aerial lifts from getting close to a tree, a crane may be needed instead.
Some trees — especially those that have been dead or decaying for some time — are simply too hazardous to climb or access with an aerial lift. In these cases, a crane can be used to keep the removal project safe.
Trees that are growing in close proximity to other trees sometimes present pruning or removal challenges. Cranes can help simplify the process and ensure the surrounding trees are not damaged while working on the tree in need of service.
Trees or limbs that are already contacting a structure present unique challenges. To help protect your home or commercial building from damage, a crane may be needed to fully support the limb or trunk contacting it.
If you notice any of these signs, contact the crane-removal experts at Trimmed Up Trees to schedule an on-site evaluation and receive a free estimate.
It’s always important to work with professionals when you need a tree removed — and it’s especially important that you do so when a crane is needed. Not only are crane-assisted removals complex, but they also present specific challenges that only experienced tree-removal experts can overcome. But Atwood-area residents can take comfort in the fact that Trimmed Up Trees has been providing unmatched tree-removal services to Central Illinois since 2013, and we’d be happy to take care of your tree-related needs.
Cranes can provide a number of benefits for tree-removal projects, including:
Every crane-assisted tree removal project is unique, which can make broad generalizations regarding costs difficult. However, most crane-assisted tree removals will cost between about $2,500 and $6,000, though exceptionally challenging situations may drive the costs even higher.
A few of the most influential factors that go into determining the costs you’ll face include:
Fortunately, it is easy to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for a crane-assisted removal: Simply contact the professionals at Trimmed Up Trees and request a free estimate.
Every crane-assisted removal is different, which is why we always devise a custom plan of attack for every job. This not only ensures the safety of your family and property but also allows our crews to work efficiently. With that said, we use the following six-step process as a starting point for all of our crane-assisted removals.
You contact the Trimmed Up Trees team and tell us about your tree-related needs.
Our expert arborist will visit your property and provide you with a free, no-obligation estimate.
We’ll work with you to schedule a convenient time and date for the work to take place.
We’ll show up at the scheduled time and provide the crane-assisted removal services you need.
Once finished, we’ll clean up the job site and leave your property in perfect condition.
We’ll review the work with you, answer any questions, and leave you with a friendly handshake.
Note: While we always enjoy having the chance to review our work with you, you do not have to be present while we’re caring for your trees.
Given the high-stakes nature of crane-assisted tree removals, you have to partner with a proven team of professionals who can get the job done properly. We’ve spent the last 13 years working to build that kind of trust with residents and business owners in the Atwood area.
To help distinguish us from the competition and give you the peace of mind you deserve, we:
You never have to worry about our team employing shady, high-pressure, or dishonest sales tactics.
From your initial inquiry until the final job walkthrough, we keep you informed every step of the way.
As a locally owned and family-operated business, we’ve been building deep roots with Atwood and the surrounding area since 2013.
Unlike some other tree-care companies, we focus on your needs rather than implementing a one-size-fits-all approach to crane-assisted removals.
We feel that your property should look better when we leave than it did when we arrived, and we do everything possible to accomplish that goal.
With more than 30 years of combined experience, our tree-care team offers the best tree-care service in Central Illinois.
Given the risks tree care services can present, it is important to choose a tree-care partner you can trust. You need a team of true professionals who not only have the skills, experience, and knowledge to deliver top-notch results but also offer the level of service you deserve. That’s exactly what you get when you rely on the professionals at Trimmed Up Trees. We’ve been serving Atwood-area residents and property managers since 2013, and we’d love the chance to provide you with the tree-care services you need.
We have been providing crane-assisted tree removal services throughout the Atwood, Illinois area since 2013. A few of the specific cities and towns we serve include:
Still have questions about crane-assisted tree removals? We’ve rounded up a few of the most common questions our customers have and answered them below.
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