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Crew removing a downed tree in a suburban backyard in South River, NJ

Tree Removal in South River, NJ

Q: How much does tree removal cost in South River?

Small trees under 30 ft run $300–$500; medium 30–50 ft run $500–$1,200; large 50–75 ft run $1,200–$2,500; and very large trees 75 ft+ run $2,500–$6,000+. Stump grinding is $150–$500. Storm/emergency work runs 1.5–3x. Price depends on size, access, hazard, and whether a crane is needed.

Dead, leaning, or storm-damaged trees taken down clean — without dropping a limb on your house. Trimmed, removed, and ground out, start to finish.

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What's included

Everything this job takes. Done right.

Tree Removal

Taken down in sections, roped and lowered, not just dropped.

Tree Trimming & Pruning

Dead wood and crossed limbs cut out so the tree grows right.

Stump Grinding

Ground below grade so you can plant or mow right over it.

Storm & Emergency

Limbs on the fence, tree on the shed — we get out fast.

Lot Clearing

Clearing for a new build, patio, or septic — stumps and all.

Wood Haul-Away

Logs and brush hauled off-site, not left in a pile in your yard.

Stacked logs and wood chips after tree removal in a backyard

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Why Carr & Son

The difference is in the part you can't see.

Anybody can lay stone or pull leaves. We build it so it holds up — the base, the drainage, the details that keep it looking good five years from now.

Roped and lowered, not dropped — safe around houses, fences, and lines.
Stumps ground below grade so you're not tripping over it for years.
Everything hauled off — no brush pile left behind for you to deal with.

Meet the crew

What neighbors say

Honest work. Straight talk. Zero drama.

"Big oak was leaning over our garage after the storm. Greg came out the next day, took it down in pieces, and you'd never know they were here. Cleanest job I've seen."

Joe K.

Sayreville, NJ

"Greg and Oliver rebuilt our backyard from scratch. Showed up every day, finished on time, and it looks better than the renderings. These guys are the real deal."

Michael R.

East Brunswick, NJ

"We had three other guys ghost us before we called Carr & Son. They came out, gave us a straight price, and did the job. No games, no surprises."

Donna L.

South River, NJ

Related services

While we're there, we can handle that too.

What it costs

Straight pricing. No surprises.

Small (<30 ft) $300–$500; medium (30–50 ft) $500–$1,200; large (50–75 ft) $1,200–$2,500; very large (75 ft+) $2,500–$6,000+. Stump grinding $150–$500.

Every job is different — yard size, access, material, scope. We come out, see it, and give you a real number. Free estimate, no pressure.

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Tree Removal FAQ

Questions? We answer straight.

Small trees under 30 ft run $300–$500; medium 30–50 ft run $500–$1,200; large 50–75 ft run $1,200–$2,500; and very large trees 75 ft+ run $2,500–$6,000+. Stump grinding is $150–$500. Storm/emergency work runs 1.5–3x. Price depends on size, access, hazard, and whether a crane is needed.

Get your free estimate

Tell us about your tree removal project. We'll come out and give you a straight price.

Talk to us directly

Rather call? We pick up. Prefer email? We answer fast.

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(848) 217-4177
Email
info@carrsonlandscaping.com
Based in
South River, NJ
Hours
Mon–Sat · 8am–5pm

"Best landscaping crew we've worked with. They actually listen to what you want. Our front yard went from worst on the block to the one people stop to look at."

— Anthony P., Old Bridge

Got a tree that's got to go?

Free estimate. We'll tell you straight if it needs to come down.

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