Professional tree removal for homes and businesses in Burlington and surrounding Vermont communities.
B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides expert tree removal throughout Burlington, with ISA-trained arborists, ANSI Z133 safety standards, and the right equipment for every situation. From small ornamentals to massive heritage trees over structures, we plan each takedown carefully and execute it cleanly. Carrying on a tree care tradition since 1940 means we have seen and removed every type of tree in every type of situation.
Burlington homeowners and businesses count on careful, professional tree removal to protect their properties and their tree investments. Serving a city of 44,275 across Vermont, B. Haney and Sons Arborists brings the experience, equipment, and crew capacity to handle tree removal projects of any scale. We begin every job with an honest evaluation, walk the property with you, and provide a clear written estimate before any cuts are made.
Our tree removal crews in Burlington, VT are ISA-trained, fully insured, and equipped with bucket trucks, climbing gear, chippers, and stump grinders sized for the job. From the initial assessment through final cleanup, we maintain open communication and hold ourselves to ANSI A300 and Z133 industry standards. That is how B. Haney and Sons Arborists has earned the trust of property owners across Vermont.
A clear, professional approach to tree removal — tailored to your Burlington property.
Our Burlington arborist evaluates the tree species, height, lean, root health, and access. We plan the rigging carefully, identify any risks to structures or landscaping, and brief the crew before work begins.
We rope off the work zone, set up cones, position equipment, and brief the crew on the rigging plan. ANSI Z133 safety protocols apply to every removal.
B. Haney and Sons Arborists takes down trees in Burlington, VT with controlled rigging on every section. Whether by climber, bucket truck, or crane, every piece comes down where we intended — not where gravity wanted it.
Our Burlington crew handles all wood removal — chipping the brush, hauling the trunk wood, grinding the stump, raking the area, and sweeping walks and drives. Final walkthrough confirms you are satisfied.
Answers to frequently asked tree removal questions from Burlington property owners.
Tree removal in Burlington typically ranges from $400 to $1,800 for standard residential trees and $2,000 to $6,000 or more for very large trees, hazardous trees over structures, or removals requiring crane assistance. Pricing depends on tree size, species, location relative to buildings and power lines, access for equipment, and whether stump grinding is included. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides free written estimates.
Tree removal permits in Burlington depend on local ordinances, the tree species, the trunk diameter, and whether the tree is on private property or in the public right-of-way. Some Vermont municipalities protect heritage trees and certain native species. B. Haney and Sons Arborists checks local rules and pulls permits on your behalf when required.
Stump grinding is offered as part of tree removal in Burlington, VT or as a separate service. We bring the right-sized grinder for the stump and grind 6 to 12 inches below grade depending on your replanting plans. Pricing is included in the original estimate when bundled with removal.
Yes. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides emergency tree-on-structure removal throughout Burlington with crane support, careful rigging, and structural awareness to avoid making the damage worse. We document everything for your insurance claim and coordinate with your adjuster as needed during the process.
Our reputation is built on results. Here is what our customers have to say.
"Got a written arborist consultation report for a real estate transaction — needed documentation that several trees on the property were not hazardous. Report was thorough, professional, and got accepted by the title company without issue. Quick turnaround too."
"Hazardous tree removal on a leaning oak threatening our house. Crew arrived on time with proper equipment, rigged everything down in sections, and the property was completely safe the entire time. Great communication from quote through cleanup."
"Hired them for a tree disease treatment after we noticed yellowing leaves on our birches. The arborist diagnosed the issue, recommended a treatment plan, and the trees recovered beautifully. They could have pushed unnecessary treatments — they did not."