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Why a Dead Tree Shouldn't Wait
A dead tree gets weaker every month. The wood dries out and decays, limbs start to drop without warning, and in a Central Florida storm the whole tree can come down. The longer it stands, the more dangerous it is to climb and the harder it is to remove safely.
McCullough Tree Service removes dead and dying trees across Longwood and the surrounding towns. One of our ISA-certified arborists can first confirm whether the tree is really dead, since some trees that look dead can still be saved.
Is the Tree Dead or Just Struggling?
- No new leaves in the growing season, or leaves that stay brown
- Bark falling off, or cracked, brittle branches
- Mushrooms or soft, crumbling wood at the base
- Woodpecker holes and insect damage along the trunk
If you're not sure, a tree removal evaluation will tell you whether the tree needs to come down or can be helped with pruning or treatment.
How We Take Down a Dead Tree
Dead wood can snap where healthy wood would bend, so we plan every removal around that. Depending on the tree and what's around it, the crew climbs and lowers it in pieces, works from a lift, or uses a crane. The trunk and branches are hauled away, and stump grinding can be added the same visit.
Dead Tree Removal Across Central Florida
Our crews work from 948 Ferne Drive in Longwood, and we serve Longwood, Lake Mary, Heathrow, Sanford, Winter Springs, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs, Maitland, Winter Park, Oviedo, Chuluota, Apopka, Ocoee, Oakland, Orlando, College Park, Doctor Phillips, Eatonville, Lockhart and Sorrento.
More from McCullough Tree Service
This service is part of our Tree Service in Longwood, FL. Related services:
- Crane Assisted Tree Removal Service
- Dangerous Tree Removal
- Emergency Tree Removal
- Palm Tree Trimming
- Oak Tree Services
- Corrective Tree Trimming
- Crown Thinning
- Weight Reduction Pruning
- Storm Preparation Trimming
- Tree Cabling
- Overgrown Brush Clearing
- Tree Removal
- Tree Trimming
- Stump Grinding
- Storm Damage Tree Cleanup
- Certified Arborist
Get a Free Estimate
Call (407) 734-5854 or send us a message for a free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if my tree is dead?
Look for no new leaves, bark falling off, brittle branches and fungus at the base. An ISA-certified arborist can confirm it.
Is a dead tree dangerous?
Yes. Dead wood decays and becomes brittle, so limbs can drop and the tree can fall, especially in storms.
Can a dead-looking tree be saved?
Sometimes. Drought stress, pests or disease can make a living tree look dead. An arborist can tell the difference.
Do I need a permit to remove a dead tree?
Rules vary by city and county. Many allow dead tree removal with simpler paperwork; we can tell you what applies.
