Tree removal means taking down a dead, damaged, or unwanted tree, cutting it into sections, and hauling away the wood and debris. In Yonkers, that often involves tight backyards, close-set houses, sloped lots near the Saw Mill River Parkway, and overhead utility lines, so the work usually calls for more than a chainsaw and a pickup truck. A proper job includes a site assessment, a plan for how the tree will come down (piece by piece with rigging, or felled in one motion if there's room), stump handling if you want it, and full cleanup afterward.
We list 12 tree removal businesses serving Yonkers. Before hiring any of them, ask about licensing and insurance (both liability and workers' comp matter if a crew is climbing on your property), whether they pull permits when required, and how they handle proximity to power lines or a neighbor's fence. A written estimate that spells out debris removal and stump grinding separately from the removal itself will save you disputes later.
Our scoring weighs review history, consistency of feedback over time, and how businesses respond to complaints, not just star averages. For a side-by-side ranking of all 12 companies, see the best tree services in Yonkers guide. Details on how we build that ranking are on the methodology page.
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12 businesses, scored on recent reviews. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is tree removal, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist.
All four reviews give five stars, praising Miguel Castro and his crew for fast, professional tree removal at fair prices. Reviewers note the team's expertise in tricky jobs, reliable communication, and clean work; repeat business is implied.
All five reviews are five-star ratings from two years ago. Customers report quick response to inquiries, timely appointments, and crews that complete work safely while cleaning thoroughly afterward. Reviewers note affordable pricing, efficient service, and a friendly team, though detail on specific services or any recent experience is limited.
The bulk of older reviews praise Mario's team for fast, professional work at fair rates with excellent cleanup. Recent reviews expose serious behaviour issues: disrespectful conduct toward residents, blocking driveways during school hours, and apparent rudeness to a young person on site.
Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
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Recent work shows strong execution: a five-star review from 11 months ago credits Alex's crew for professional trimming of large trees and responsiveness to concerns. Older reviews reveal a pattern of estimate follow-up failures and communication gaps that hurt credibility. Limited evidence of recent improvement across the full customer base.
Both reviewers praised Stuart's crew for removing a large tree cleanly and efficiently, with quotes beating competitors. The team left no debris behind and earned recommendations from satisfied neighbors.
Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
One reviewer acknowledged solid work but cited persistent rudeness as a dealbreaker. Evidence is limited to a single review from nine years ago.
Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Review evidence is too limited to assess quality or recurring patterns. The business claims over 15 years in operation and lists seven service types including removal, trimming, emergency response, and lot clearing across multiple Westchester areas.
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Last updated 2026-07-20