TREE TRIMMING

Crown Cleaning

Removal of dead, dying, or diseased branches. Improves safety and tree health.

Crown Thinning

Selective removal of branches to increase light, airflow, and structural balance.

Crown Raising

Removing lower limbs to improve clearance for walkways, driveways, roads, and views.

Crown Reduction

Reducing canopy size without topping preserves natural shape and lowers stress on limbs.

Storm or Hazard Trimming

Prune weak, cracked, or overextended branches that pose safety risks.

🌳 When Should You Trim Your Trees?

Most trees benefit from trimming every 2–3 years, but timing varies by species.
Signs that you need trimming:

  • Branches hanging over your roof

  • Dead or broken limbs

  • Trees touching power lines

  • Low limbs obstructing driveways or sidewalks

  • Your tree looks overgrown or unbalanced

  • Storm damage or visible decay

If you're unsure, we can evaluate your tree!

Why Tree Trimming Matters

Regular trimming prevents small issues from becoming major hazards. Proper pruning can:

  • Improve overall tree health and encourage more vigorous growth

  • Remove dead, diseased, or hazardous limbs

  • Reduce the risk of falling branches

  • Increase sunlight and airflow

  • Enhance curb appeal and landscape shape

  • Protect your roof, house, driveway, and power lines

When trimming is done correctly, trees live longer, grow stronger, and become safer to have on your property.

Our Tree Trimming Process

  1. On-Site Evaluation
    A trained arborist assesses the tree’s health, structure, and risks. We explain what should be trimmed and why.

  2. Customized Trimming Plan
    Every tree is different. We determine whether your tree needs crown cleaning, thinning, raising, or reduction.

  3. ISA-Standard Pruning
    Our crew trims only what is necessary—never topping or making harmful cuts. We prioritize tree health and long-term stability.

  4. Safety First
    Our equipment, rigging, and climbing techniques meet industry safety standards. We protect your lawn, roof, and surrounding plants throughout the job.

  5. Full Cleanup
    We leave your yard better than we found it. Brush, limbs, and debris are fully removed unless the customer requests firewood or chips.

FAQs

  • No, when done correctly. ISA-standard pruning supports long-term health and prevents damage.

  • Costs vary based on tree size, height, location, and complexity. We provide estimates that you can request one here.

  • Yes. Our team specializes in working in tight or hazardous spaces, using advanced rigging techniques.

  • Yes. Cleanup is always included unless you request wood left behind.

Tree trimming is one of the most important things you can do to keep your trees healthy, safe, and beautiful. At High Falls Tree Service, our certified arborists follow ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) standards to ensure every cut supports the long-term health and structural integrity of your trees. These nationally recognized guidelines are backed by university research and industry best practices, so homeowners can feel confident their trees are being cared for at the highest level.

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “High Falls Tree Service was a total class act… perfect shaping of the trees and an immaculately clean lawn.”

    — David E., Rochester, NY

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    “Great experience…routine maintenance and trimming for a magnolia, Japanese maple and spruce…thoughtfully trimmed.”

    — Judith F-K., Rochester, NY

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    — Karen S., Webster, New York

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    “High Falls Tree Service, LLC did an awesome job trimming tree limbs away from my house. Squirrels were hopping onto my roof using the branches. Thank you for your great tree trimming service and excellent customer service. I enjoyed working with you and was very satisfied with the complete job and price!”

    — Peter B., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “An ENORMOUS tree fell on the roof and had to be removed ASAP. They picked up the phone! They promised to be there, and they came in less than 12 hours. The job was a mess - huge tree, damage to the roof, house surrounded by trees. It was not an easy removal project, but they did it quickly and with minimal collateral damage. It was fantastic!””

    — Anonymous

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “High Falls Tree Service was a total class act from start to finish! We had a massive tree on our roof that was difficult to get to. They did a fantastic job getting it down, and their cleanup was above and beyond what I expected! Thanks, guys!”

    — Ella V., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “High Falls, your people did a great job! We are very satisfied with your company. Thank you!”

    — Tom M., Irondequoit, New York

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    “Incredible experience working with a team like this.”

    — Aaron R., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “High Falls Tree is excellent. Their prices are extremely reasonable. The crew came as scheduled and worked nonstop. They were very polite and went above and beyond. I wanted to keep the tree wood, and they stacked it all for me. They had to avoid power lines, the garage roof, the patio roof, all of my lilacs, and my shed. This was done perfectly. If you want a great tree service, select High Falls.”

    — Nancy D., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “The High Falls Tree Service staff did a BEAUTIFUL job removing some large limbs overhanging our house, and thereby lowering our home insurance bill! Perfect shaping of the trees and an immaculately clean lawn and driveway when they left. Couldn’t be happier!”

    — David E., Rochester, New York

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    “High Falls Tree Service did an impressive job at my neighbor’s house.”

    — Kathryn S., Fairport, New York

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    “Great professional work! Very attentive and prompt service even “off hours”!”

    — Ellen K., Rochester, New York

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    — Kathy R., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “Thank you for shedding light on our backyard! Very professional, fast, and knowledgeable. They were able to remove branches intertwined with the wires in our backyard that RG&E wouldn’t trim. Highly recommend them. Fast and cleaned up like they were never there.”

    — Meaghan S., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “Amazing customer service & such a skilled crew. We keep having them back. They have taken down a huge pine with needlecast, raised the canopy on our Pin-oak & Locust & today hand-trimmed my precious Magnolia, cleaned up our high Maple, raised the canopy & re-hung my kids’ tree swing. It just doesn’t get any better than that! Will look forward to having them out for the fourth time.”

    — Lori S., Rochester, New York

  • Why Homeowners Choose High Falls Tree Service

    “This is for the tree taken down at my daughter’s - HUGE! It was gone in a flash, and the stump ground out. Great work! Punctual! Highly recommended!”

    — Gina M., Irondequoit, New York

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    “You never know what you are going to get when you call for a contracting service. The best you can do is get recommendations. You can read the reviews on Yelp or Google. That was the case for my call for tree service. I read reviews and called a couple of companies. Some of them never returned my calls. High Falls Tree Service returned my call promptly, and the work was amazing. We had a 60-70ft pine dying in our front yard. They came out to remove it and said it would take two hours. Not only were they done in less than two hours, but they also cleaned up all the debris and chips in our driveway, my neighbors’ driveway, the street in front of the house, and even our little front porch. They were fast, efficient, and worked beautifully as a team. If you need tree guys, call for them.”

    — Doug S., Kings Ferry, New York

  • WHY HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE HIGH FALLS TREE SERVICE

    “I could not have asked for better service for the removal of a large tree from my yard than I received from High Falls. The quote was given the same day, and service was rendered on schedule. They needed to avoid my home, patio, shed, and a hot tub, and did so with the right equipment and crew, with no damage. They had this tree down in 4 hours, and with total cleanup. Price was very reasonable, and the crew was top-notch, friendly, and courteous. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone.”

    — Lynn Y., Rochester, New York