Remove Dangerous or Unwanted Trees Safely

Complete Tree Removal Services for Residential Properties

A tree that is leaning toward your house, splitting down the middle, or rooted too close to your foundation can become a serious liability. You need tree removal that is planned carefully, executed with the right equipment, and completed without damaging your lawn, driveway, or neighboring structures. Miller Contracting assesses the tree's height, lean, and proximity to obstacles before deciding whether to section it down in pieces or fell it in one controlled drop.

Tree removal involves cutting the tree at the base or dismantling it from the top down, depending on how much space is available and what is nearby. If the tree is close to your home or power lines, it is climbed and cut into sections that are lowered by rope to avoid collateral damage. If there is open space, the tree may be felled in one piece and then bucked into logs. The stump is cut flush with the ground, and grinding can be added if you want the root system fully removed.

If you have a tree that needs to come down, contact Miller Contracting to schedule an on-site assessment and removal estimate.

How the Removal Process Works From Start to Finish

The crew arrives with chainsaws, rigging ropes, a chipper, and sometimes a crane or bucket truck depending on the size and location of the tree. They begin by clearing the area around the base and setting up safety zones to keep people and property out of the drop path. If the tree is being sectioned, a climber ascends with a harness and begins removing limbs from the top down, lowering each piece with a rope to a crew member on the ground.

Once the tree is down, your yard will look open and clear where the canopy used to block the view. You will no longer worry about roots lifting your driveway or branches falling during a storm. The stump remains visible unless grinding is included, but the immediate hazard is gone and the space is ready for replanting, grading, or construction.

All wood is either hauled off or cut into firewood lengths if you want to keep it. Smaller branches are chipped into mulch, and the work area is raked clean of sawdust and bark. The service does not include stump grinding, root removal, or soil replacement, though those can be added to the same visit. Removal work is often coordinated with landscaping or grading projects if you are planning further changes to the yard.

It Is Normal to Want More Details Before Scheduling

Most homeowners want to know how long the removal will take, whether the stump will be gone, and what happens if the tree is near a fence or utility line. These are practical concerns that affect timing, cost, and what you are left with after the work is done.

How long does it take to remove a tree?
A typical tree removal takes between two and six hours depending on the size, location, and access. Trees near power lines or structures take longer because they must be sectioned carefully, while trees in open yards can often be felled and cleared in a few hours.
What happens to the stump after the tree is removed?
The stump is cut as close to ground level as possible, but it will remain unless you add stump grinding to the service. Grinding removes the stump below the soil line and fills the hole with wood chips, leaving the area ready for grass or planting.
Can you remove a tree that is close to my house?
Trees within a few feet of structures are removed in sections to avoid damage. A climber removes branches and trunk sections from the top down, lowering each piece with ropes so nothing falls uncontrolled. This method works even in tight spaces.
Will removing the tree damage my lawn?
Heavy equipment can leave ruts or compress the soil, especially after rain. The crew uses plywood mats or takes lighter equipment when possible, and any disturbed turf can be raked smooth once the tree is gone.
What if the tree is touching a power line?
If the tree is in contact with live wires, the utility company must be called to de-energize the line before removal begins. Miller Contracting coordinates with the utility and completes the removal once the area is safe.

Miller Contracting removes trees that are dead, damaged, or poorly placed, and handles the cleanup so your property is left clear and safe. If you need a tree taken down, reach out to schedule an evaluation and discuss your options.