Expert Tree Service has been handling tree work in Catskill and across Greene County since 1936. We’re a fourth-generation family business based in Saugerties, about 20 minutes south on Route 9W, and our crew works in Catskill regularly. Whether it’s a Norway maple dropping limbs over your roof, or storm damage along a body of water, we have the equipment and experience to get it done safely.
We’re licensed, fully insured, and available around the clock for emergencies.
Call us today at 845-331-6782 to schedule a consultation!
Catskill, NY’s Most Common Trees
According to the village’s 2021 Tree Inventory, the most common trees in Catskill, NY:
- Norway Maple – 91
- Bradford Pear – 78
- Silver Maple – 49
- Crab Apple – 32
- Red Maple – 24
- Mulberry – 22
- Black Walnut – 18
- Sugar Maple – 18
- Zelkova – 14
- Norway Spruce – 14
Our Tree Services in Catskill
We handle the full range of tree work in Catskill, from single-tree removals to clearing overgrown lots. Here’s what we do:
- Tree Removal: Safe removal of dead, dying, or hazardous trees of any size. We section and rig limbs down piece by piece to protect your home, landscaping, and utility lines.
- Tree Trimming & Pruning: Crown reduction, deadwood removal, and clearance trimming. Keeps trees healthy and off your roof, gutters, and power lines.
- Crane-Assisted Removal: For large trees in tight spots where climbing isn’t safe. We lift sections out over structures instead of dropping them through your yard.
- Emergency Storm Cleanup: 24/7 response for downed trees, broken limbs, and storm damage. Greene County gets hit hard by winter storms and summer thunderstorms — we’re the crew people call when a tree comes down.
- Feeding & Cabling: Deep-root fertilization and structural cabling for mature trees worth saving. Extends the life of older oaks, maples, and other established trees.
- Lot Clearing: Full clearing for construction, driveways, or property improvements. We remove trees, brush, and debris so your site is ready.
Why Catskill Homeowners Call Us
David Hughes Sr. founded Expert Tree Service in 1936, and the business has passed through four generations. Our founder’s rule still stands: give the best price first, not last. We show up, give you an honest number, and don’t play the game of quoting high and “discounting” down. Every job gets a written estimate, and we don’t collect payment until you’re satisfied.
We carry full liability insurance and workers’ compensation; ask us for proof anytime.
Catskill, NY’s Tree Removal Laws
Catskill’s village tree canopy is dominated by Norway maples, Bradford pears, and silver maples, which are all species that tend to develop structural problems as they age. Norway maples are particularly prone to surface root damage and limb failure, and Bradford pears are notorious for splitting in storms. We remove and trim these species throughout the village regularly.
The Village of Catskill’s tree removal law says:
“No person shall, without first obtaining approval from the Village Board plant, remove, cut, top, prune, destroy or injure any park tree, public tree, roadside tree, street tree or any tree growing in or on a street easement or other public place. Approval for planting a tree on or bordering a public street or for removing, cutting, topping or pruning of a public tree is obtained through written request to the Village Board. In all cases, when a complaint is made every effort shall be made to preserve the tree and the least severe approach shall be utilized.”
You can reach the Catskill Village government during business hours at (518) 943-3830.
According to the Village of Catskill’s 2021 Tree Inventory, the most common trees include Norway maple, Bradford pear, silver maple, crabapple, red maple, mulberry, black walnut, sugar maple, zelkova, and Norway spruce.
Yes—if the tree is located on a public street, in a park, or on a roadside easement. The Village of Catskill requires written approval from the Village Board before removing, cutting, topping, or pruning any public tree. Private tree removals generally do not require approval.
You must submit a written request to the Village Board. Their goal is to preserve trees whenever possible, so any removal must be well justified. You can contact the Village government at (518) 943-3830 during business hours for more information.
A public tree is any tree located on a street easement, roadside, in a park, or other public space. Trees on private property are not subject to these requirements unless they encroach on public land.
Yes. We are available 24/7 for storm damage, fallen limbs, or tree hazards. Whether you’re in a residential neighborhood or a commercial zone, we ensure safe and efficient service.
Call us at 845-331-6782 or fill out the form on our website. We’ll visit your property, assess your tree care needs, and provide a free, no-obligation estimate.
Get a Free Estimate in Catskill
Call 845-331-6782 or fill out the form below. We’ll come out, look at your trees, and give you an honest price with no pressure, no upsells. Just a straight answer from a family business that’s been doing this for 90 years.