Tree Removal by Hook & Ladder Tree Service

Tree removal · Northshore LA

Tree removal done like a rescue

Leaning pines over the roof, dead trees by the driveway, storm damage tangled in the fence — we take them down piece by piece with an aerial lift, rigging and a plan.

Tree removal

Big trees. Tight spaces. Nothing lands where it shouldn’t.

Most of the trees we remove are tall pines and hardwoods standing a few feet from a house, a fence, a pool or a power drop. Felling them in one piece isn’t an option. Taking them apart from the top down is.

Depending on the tree and the yard, we work from our aerial spider lift, climb, or rig sections down on ropes. Tops come out first, then limbs, then the trunk in sections small enough to control. It’s slower than dropping a tree — and it’s why customers tell us we didn’t crack their driveway or touch their live oaks.

When a tree should come down

  • Dead or dying pines (they get brittle fast)
  • A new or worsening lean toward a structure
  • Cracks, splits or a broken top
  • Fungus or rot at the base
  • Roots lifting or soil heaving after storms
  • Storm damage hung up in other trees

Not sure? We’ll give you an honest opinion. A licensed arborist will tell you when a tree can be saved with pruning instead.

Storm damage and urgent removals

After hurricanes and severe storms, we prioritize trees on houses, blocked driveways and anything that’s a danger to people. Call (985) 273-5692 directly for urgent storm work. We’ll also document the damage with photos for your insurance claim.

Stumps and cleanup

Every removal includes cleanup. We can haul wood, leave it cut to firewood length, and add stump grinding so you can replant, sod or pour over the spot.

Watch the work

Top down, piece by piece.

The top comes out first so nothing heavy is swinging over the house. Then the trunk comes down in sections we can control.

Dropping the top out of a tall pine
Sectioning the trunk from the aerial lift

Equipment

The right setup for every tree.

An aerial spider lift tracks through a standard gate and sets up on outriggers, so we can reach the top of a tall pine without a bucket truck in your yard.

Lowering a pine trunk section beside a home with the aerial lift Climber removing a tall pine near houses Lift extended to the top of a dead pine

How it works

What to expect.

  1. Request & photos

    Send a request with photos of the tree and what’s around it — house, fence, lines.

  2. On-site look

    We check the tree, the drop zone and access, and tell you honestly if it needs to come down.

  3. Written quote

    A clear price including cleanup, with stump grinding and wood haul-off spelled out.

  4. Removal day

    We set up, take it down in controlled sections and leave the site clean.

Tree Removal FAQ

Questions, answered.

How much does tree removal cost?

Price depends on the tree’s size and condition, what’s underneath it, access for equipment and whether you want stump grinding and wood hauled off. We give free written quotes after looking at the tree.

Can you remove a tree that’s right next to my house?

Yes — that’s most of what we do. We take the tree down from the top in controlled sections using our aerial lift, climbing and rigging, so nothing falls on the house.

Do you remove trees near power lines?

We regularly work around service drops to homes. Trees in contact with main utility lines generally need to be handled by or coordinated with the utility company first; we’ll tell you which situation you’re in.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree?

Some cities do require one — Covington requires a permit for trees over 6 inches DBH, and Mandeville regulates live oaks 6 inches and larger. Unincorporated areas have different rules. We’ll help you figure it out.

Is stump grinding included?

Stump grinding is offered as an add-on so you only pay for it when you need it. Just let us know and we’ll include it in your quote.

Do you handle emergency storm damage?

Yes. After storms we prioritize trees on houses, blocked driveways and immediate hazards. Call us directly for urgent work.

Service areas

Tree Removal near you

We provide tree removal throughout St. Tammany, Washington and Tangipahoa parishes.

Washington Parish

Tangipahoa Parish

Tell us about the trees — or the acreage.

Send a quick request with a few photos and the address. We’ll set up a time to walk it and send a written quote.