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Crane Tree Removal in North Florida & South Georgia: Tree Service With a Crane
Our own crane, run by Josh, for trees over roofs, fences and pools.
Reed Tree Service is a tree service with its own crane, and crane tree removal in Tallahassee is what we do when a tree is too big, too rotten or too close to a house to drop. The crane lifts the tree out in sections, over the roof, fence or pool, and sets each piece down in a clear spot. Call Josh at (850) 888-5603, tell him where the tree stands and what is under it, and he will tell you whether it is a crane job. Cleanup, haul-off and stump grinding are extra and quoted separately. A live oak leaning over a roof, a pine wedged between two buildings and a dead hardwood too brittle to climb are the usual crane jobs. We own and operate the equipment, not a rental and not a subcontractor.
When You Need a Crane
Crane-assisted removal is the right call when a tree is too large or too dangerous for conventional climbing. Common scenarios include trees leaning directly over homes, dead or structurally compromised trees that can't be safely climbed, trees in tight spaces with no room for them to fall, and large sections that need to be lifted out rather than dropped. If the tree looks impossible to reach, call us.
How Crane Removal Works
Our crane operator lifts sections of the tree from the top down while a climber makes the cuts. Each piece is lifted up and over any obstacles (your roof, your fence, your neighbor's pool) and set down safely in the drop zone. It's surgical precision with heavy equipment. The whole process is often faster than traditional climbing because we're not fighting gravity on every cut.
The Equipment Advantage
Reed runs its own National crane, and Josh operates it himself. The person who quotes the job is the one setting each piece down, and there is no outside crane company to schedule around.
Our Crane Services Process
We don't cut corners. Here's how every crane services job works.
1
Site Survey
We assess the tree, the surrounding structures, and crane access. Every crane job gets a custom plan.
2
Setup
The crane is positioned and stabilized. We establish the drop zone and clear the work area.
3
Section Removal
Our climber cuts sections while the crane lifts each piece clear of obstacles and sets it down safely.
4
Cleanup (optional add-on)
Debris handling is quoted when you call Josh at (850) 888-5603. Cleanup, haul-off, and stump grinding are add-ons, based on what you want done.
Why Choose Reed Tree Service for Crane Services?
You've got options for tree work in Tallahassee. Here's what you get with Reed.
- A crane that belongs to Reed and is run by Josh
- Precision removal over roofs, fences, and pools
- Cleanup and stump grinding offered as add-ons in your quote
Crane Services FAQ
Common questions about crane services in Tallahassee and the surrounding area.
Crane removal is needed when a tree can't be safely climbed or when sections need to be lifted over structures like roofs, fences, or pools. If the tree is dead, structurally compromised, or in a tight space, a crane is often the safest and most efficient option.
Crane jobs do cost more than standard removals due to the specialized equipment involved. The crane is Reed's own, so there is no separate crane company in the middle. Many crane jobs are also faster than traditional removal, which helps offset the equipment cost. We give a clear quote up front so you know exactly what the crane adds to the job.
The crane needs a clear path to reach the work area and solid ground to set up on. During the site survey, we'll identify the best access point and let you know if any preparation is needed. In most residential situations, driveway access is sufficient.
Crane tree removal in Tallahassee depends on the size of the tree, how many sections need to be lifted, and what obstacles are in the drop zone. A large but accessible tree in an open yard is the simpler job; a 90-foot live oak over a roofline in a tight Tallahassee neighborhood costs more. We give free on-site estimates. Call Josh at (850) 888-5603.
Yes. Reed Tree Service owns a crane and uses it for tree removal in Tallahassee, so there is no outside crane company to bring in. Call Josh at (850) 888-5603 and tell him where the tree stands and what it is over. He will tell you whether a crane job fits. Cleanup, haul-off and stump grinding are extra and quoted separately.
In a regular removal a climber cuts the tree down in sections and lowers them on ropes, or drops them in an open yard. In a crane tree removal the crane takes the weight of each section and lifts it clear, which suits trees over a roof or in a tight space. Both start with a call to Josh at (850) 888-5603.
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