Tree Felling & Removal Services in Essex

Tree Felling Services

Looking for reliable tree felling services in Essex? You’re in the right place. At Crown Tree Services, we have a team of expert tree surgeons ready to deliver safe and reliable tree services for both homeowners and businesses in the area.

No matter how big or small your tree, our tree surgeons will handle the removal of your tree with the utmost care and attention to detail. We’ll leave your site as clean (if not cleaner!) than we left it, and can also offer our stump grinding services to free up more space in your garden area.

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What is tree felling?

Tree felling is the controlled process of cutting down dead, diseased, or unstable trees. It involves making a precise notch cut to safely guide the tree’s fall into a pre-assessed area, away from buildings, people, and other potential hazards. Read our guide to when tree felling is necessary for the warning signs to look out for.

As a specialist provider of tree felling services in Essex, we also handle situations where it isn’t safe to fell a tree in one piece. In these tighter spaces, we dismantle the tree in a controlled manner, lowering each section carefully to the ground. This ensures maximum safety and minimal disruption to the surrounding area, whatever the site.

Felling requires a high level of expertise, planning, and attention to detail, which is why it’s always best to hire a professional arborist. From assessing a tree’s condition to determining the safest removal method, there’s a lot to consider when carrying out responsible tree felling in Essex. This is especially true for emergency tree felling, where a tree has become an immediate risk to people or property and needs to come down quickly and safely.

A large tree has fallen in the garden next to a brick house with a brown roof. Branches and debris are scattered across the grass, while other trees remain standing nearby.

Our tree felling process

Here’s what happens when you book tree felling with us:

Free site visit and quote: We carry out a free site visit to assess the work properly and give you an accurate, fixed quote before anything starts.

Legal checks: We carry out all the necessary legal checks, including Tree Preservation Orders and conservation areas, before any felling takes place.

Choosing the safest method: We assess each tree on site to decide the safest method before any cutting begins. Where there’s room, we use a precise notch cut to guide the tree’s fall, following its natural lean where possible. In tighter spaces, we dismantle the tree in sections and lower each piece carefully to the ground.

Clean-up: We remove any debris and wood from your site, using our wood processor to turn timber into logs and wood chips.

Stump removal: If you’d like the stump removed too, we can grind it out so you can plant something new in its place.

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Our tree felling services

At Crown Tree Services, our team of tree surgeons are fully insured and expertly trained to deliver the very best service. We have all the right tools, equipment, and know-how to care for your trees and their surrounding environment.

Sometimes, the issue isn’t the health of the tree but its location – the right tree in the wrong place. Many trees aren’t originally planted with their eventual height or spread in mind, which can lead to problems as they mature. That’s where our expert advice and management come in. Not only do we work with domestic clients, but we’re also trusted by local authorities – a testament to our reputation for professionalism, safety, and high-quality results.

We can help you with:

Full tree removals

There are many reasons why you may wish to remove a tree from your property. Whether it’s due to storm damage, disease, or future construction plans, we can make sure your tree is completely and safely removed.

We’ll also make sure to clean up once we’re done, removing any debris or wood from your site. We use our wood processor to turn timber into logs and wood chips — No waste here!

Tree dismantling

If the tree you’d like us to remove is in an awkward, tight space or too close to a building to fell safely, we can safely dismantle the tree, lowering each part section by section, to avoid damage to the surrounding area.

Tree stump removal and grinding

With a tree removal comes a tree stump. But don’t worry – we offer a stump removal and grinding service to free up the usable space in your outdoor area. We’ll ensure that the stump is completely removed, minimising the risk of regrowth and allowing you to plant something new in its place.

Tree felling services in Essex

With our team of arborists in Ongar, we’re in the perfect place to offer our tree felling services across the South East region in Essex and nearby bordering towns.

We are familiar with the area and have particular expertise in working around protected trees and local conservation areas – and we can also take care of bamboo removal in Essex, helping to manage invasive growth safely and effectively. For landowners managing larger sites or private woodland, our woodland management service incorporates woodland tree work including selective felling as part of a planned, long-term approach to woodland health.

From tree surgeons in Brentwood and tree felling in Chelmsford, to tree felling in Billericay, tree felling in Basildon, Hainault and Chigwell, we’re proud to be the trusted tree surgeons in your local area and offer excellent workmanship and professional customer service in every project we undertake.

Take a look at the areas we cover. If you can’t find your location on the list, don’t worry. Give us a call, and we’ll see what we can do.

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Who can we conduct tree felling for?

Whether you’re a homeowner dealing with an unsafe, storm-damaged tree requiring emergency tree removal in Essex, or you’re a property developer needing to clear a group of trees for extension work, we can help. We have extensive experience working with commercial businesses, local authorities, educational facilities, and homeowners who require tree felling services.

Book professional tree felling today with Crown Tree Services

No matter how big or small, how simple or complex, you can trust in our friendly arborists for reliable tree felling services in your local area. We take great pride in our work and will ensure the safety of your tree and its surrounding environment at all times.

Contact us on 01277 525 150 or fill out our service request form. We’ll be in touch as soon as possible to book a site assessment and provide you with a free quote.

Free, no-obligation quotes

Get your free tree surgery quote

Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote – a fixed cost for the work you require, with no estimates or hidden costs.

Free site visits, quotes and Local Authority checks
Fully qualified, accredited and insured arborists
We handle TPO and Conservation Area applications
All tree work undertaken to BS3998:2010

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01277 525150 Emergencies 07803 257771

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FAQs

Do you need permission to fell a tree?2026-10-28T14:50:14+00:00

Do you need permission to fell a tree?

If a tree is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) or sits within a conservation area, you’ll need approval from the local authority before any work begins. We include Local Authority checks as part of our free site visit, and we can handle TPO and Conservation Area applications for you.

Commercial properties may also need a Felling Licence, depending on the amount of timber being removed. We have plenty of experience liaising with local authorities to get the correct permissions, and we can advise and guide you through the process if needed.

When does a tree need to be felled?2026-10-28T14:49:01+00:00

When does a tree need to be felled?

Common reasons include disease, storm damage, a tree that has died or is dying, or one that has become a danger to buildings or people. Felling is also sometimes needed for extension work, landscaping, or where it’s the right tree in the wrong place. If you’re unsure, we can assess the tree and advise whether felling is the right option.

How much does tree felling cost in Essex?2026-08-04T14:22:07+01:00

How much does tree felling cost in Essex?

Tree felling costs vary depending on the specifics of each job, which is why we don’t publish fixed prices. Factors that affect the cost include the species, size and condition of the tree, access to the site, proximity to buildings, roads or boundaries, and the time required to clear and tidy the site once the work is done.

At Crown Tree Services, we carry out a free site visit to assess the work properly and provide you with an accurate quote before anything starts – no hidden extras once the work is done.

For a free, no-obligation quote, visit our tree surgery prices in Essex page for more information, or get in touch to arrange a site visit.

Do you offer emergency tree removal in Essex?2026-06-15T12:30:18+01:00

Do you offer emergency tree removal in Essex?

Our expert emergency tree surgeon Essex team provide emergency tree removal across Essex, responding quickly when trees become hazardous due to storms, high winds or structural failure. Our professional emergency tree surgeons assess the situation and take immediate action to protect people, property and access routes. For emergency call-outs, phone 07803 257 771.

Reliable, trustworthy and hard working. Would use in any future works.

Robert A

Been using Crown for years! Very reliable, good advice but more importantly a legitimate professional company. Totally recommended.

Warren T

Great job as always. Used Crown Tree for many years for various jobs. Just completed another great job on the pruning of our oak tree. Did the council application for us as it has a TPO, very professional and no mess left behind. Perfect.

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Excellent service. Just nice people who are very good at their job. Removed a tree which was pretty big without a fuss. Tidied up afterwards no problem. No hesitation in recommending this firm. Well done.

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Very friendly excellent standard of work. Highly recommended,will use again when trees need more work.
Very reasonable rates.

Colin B

Competitive quote, work was done quickly, and efficiently workmen were very knowledgeable and respectful would definitely use again

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Had Crown Tree Services carry out some work which Im more than happy with. They were very professional, tidy, good workers and would happily use them again. Highly recommended.

Chris C

Great communication and a fantastic job! The team arrived right when they said they would, did a brilliant job trimming the overgrown conifers and took every bit of rubbish away with them. This is our third year with them. Very polite and reasonable price. Highly recommend!

Kelvedon Hatch Parish Council

“Very pleased. Crown reduction on our eucalyptus went very well. Guys were polite and helpful. We had plenty of time to talk about what we wanted so we love the result. They arrived on time, worked efficiently and left everything all tidy, no fuss, no mess. We highly recommend them!”

Catherine McCormick, Essex

Crown services cut a large fir tree down in our garden as it was very overgrown. The service was seamless from start to finish, with the start of the estimate down to the clearance of the debris. The lads worked hard and were very polite and respectful. Very clean and tidy service and completed the job in time estimated. Would thoroughly recommended this service to others.

Sheila W

Used several times for tree services. All carried out very professionally and for a fair price.

Amanda W

We used Crown Tree Services to remove a tree from our back garden. The team arrived on time, were polite, very efficient, removed all debris and completed the job within the estimated time and quote. Would highly recommend Steve and team, and would use again!

Gerry M

Very reasonable price. Very polite cleaned up afterwards and finished on time. Would highly recommend.

Daniel S

“They have done a fabulous job and I am so very pleased with their work. They are a very knowledgeable, hard working team, who cleared up after themselves. I throughly recommend this firm.”

Brenda, Location

Steve and his team are highly recommended for a friendly, fast, efficient and tidy service. Had a 100ft overgrown garden totally cleared and now maintained to a high standard for my elderly bed-bound mum, who feels confident to leave her treasured garden in their hands. I also have had my garden cleared of bushes and trees and redesigned exactly to the way I wanted so that I can manage it on my own. Nothing is a problem for these guys, highly recommended. You get what you pay for!

Belinda L

Used Crown Tree Services to pollard the London Plane tree in our front garden. Crown Tree Services arrived on time and did an excellent job with the pollarding and thoroughly cleaning up before leaving. Very pleased with their work and will definitely use them next time we need any tree services.

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We’ve used Steve and his team at Crown Tree Services for many years both for gardening and tree work. They are always reliable, punctual and friendly and with the tree work they did for us were very knowledgeable about the laws around trees, and also what exactly needed to be done to best serve our garden at the right time of year. I would highly recommend them!

Debbie C

I have been using Steve and his team for a number of years now and have always been truly satisfied with the standard of work they produce, whether it be from a simple trimming of conifers or large scale removal of established trees, their service is fantastic. Steve’s knowledge and experience is extremely broad and the advice he has given myself has always been of great benefit. His entire team are always polite, courteous and prompt. I would not hesitate to recommend them.

Toby C

Had this company in for a tree removal. Great service and left the garden really clean. Well recommended.

Steve O

Great friendly service. Arrived on time and left my garden clean and tidy. Thank you.

Laura B

The service from Crown Trees was excellent, from the first appointment through to the work being completed the team were thoroughly professional and the quality of their work was 1st class – will definitely be using them again.

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