Tree Service in Bradley Beach, NJ
From Beachfront to Main Street, we deliver professional tree work across Bradley Beach (ZIP 07720) with $3M insurance and deep knowledge of Monmouth County's landscape.






Tree Service in Bradley Beach, NJ — Since 1987
Nor'easters, derechos, and severe thunderstorms hit Bradley Beach multiple times per year, bringing down limbs and uprooting mature trees across Beachfront, Main Street. Pro-Stump Tree Service has provided emergency and routine tree care in Bradley Beach since 1987, 38 years of direct field experience with Monmouth County's storm patterns and species vulnerabilities.
Mature London Plane, Eastern Red Cedar across the area require annual structural assessment, species age, Collington loamy sand root anchorage, co-dominant stem unions, and deadwood accumulation all factor into failure risk. Our arborist evaluates these variables on every property before recommending pruning, cabling, or removal.
Our Tree Care Standards
NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988
Glenn Donnelly holds New Jersey LTE #200988, the state license required under NJ's Tree Expert and Tree Care Operators Licensing Act to perform commercial tree care. With an ISA Certified Arborist also on staff, every Bradley Beach job is evaluated to state-licensed and ISA standards before work begins.
$3 Million Fully Insured
Tree work is inherently dangerous. Every Pro-Stump Tree Service crew is covered by $3M in liability insurance and full workers' compensation, protecting your property and your peace of mind.
Same-Week Scheduling
We know tree problems don't wait. Most customers get an on-site estimate within days and have work completed the same week, no months-long backlog.
Fast Response in Monmouth County
Our crews service Monmouth County regularly and maintain fast response times for both scheduled work and emergencies. We know the streets, the neighborhoods, and the trees.
Available in Bradley Beach
Our Tree Services
From routine pruning to complex crane-assisted removals, local customers have access to every service we offer. Homeowners here trust us for quality work backed by 38+ years of experience.

Tree Removal
Professional tree removal backed by 38+ years of experience. Our service covers dead, diseased, and dangerous trees of any size. Every job is assessed by NJ LTE #200988 and our ISA Certified Arborist with a written quote within 24 hours.
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Stump Grinding
Complete stump grinding in Bradley Beach using commercial-grade equipment. We grind stumps 6–12 inches below grade so you can reseed, replant, or build over the area. Same-day cleanup and debris removal included.
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Tree Trimming & Pruning
Proper pruning makes trees healthier, safer, and more attractive. Our tree trimming service includes canopy reduction, clearance pruning, and hazard limb removal. Customers trust us for precision cuts, never topping or hat-racking.
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Tree Planting & Root Feeding
Professional tree planting and deep root feeding in Bradley Beach. We help homeowners select the right species for their soil, sun exposure, and property goals. Proper planting depth, root ball preparation, and post-plant care included.
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Tree Cabling
Preserve valuable trees with professional cabling systems. Pro-Stump Tree Service installs dynamic and static cables that prevent limb failure during storms while maintaining the tree's natural appearance.
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Christmas Tree Light Installation
Holiday tree lighting done right. Our Christmas light installation service uses bucket trucks for safe, high-reach access. Commercial-grade LEDs, custom designs, and full takedown at season's end.
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Animal Tree Rescue
Safe, humane animal rescue from trees in Bradley Beach. Our experienced climbers and bucket truck operators help residents retrieve cats and other pets stuck in trees, fast response with minimal tree damage.
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Emergency Tree Service
Storm damage? Our emergency tree service is available around the clock. We handle downed trees on homes, blocked driveways, and leaning hazards with the equipment and crew to clear any situation safely.
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Land Clearing
Full-service land clearing for property owners. From residential lot preparation to multi-acre commercial clearing, our crew handles tree removal, brush cutting, stump grinding, and final grading.
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Crane Tree Removal
Crane-assisted tree removal in Bradley Beach for high-risk, complex jobs. When trees are near homes, power lines, or tight-access areas, our 40-ton crane lifts sections safely over structures. Fully insured, meticulously planned.
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Commercial Tree Service
Keep your commercial property safe and well-maintained. Pro-Stump Tree Service provides routine tree care, emergency response contracts, and certified arborist inspections for liability protection.
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Collington loamy sand soils, mature hardwood canopies, and seasonal storm exposure create a specific set of tree hazards across Bradley Beach. These are the conditions our NJ Licensed Tree Expert (#200988) and ISA Certified Arborist encounter and address on local properties.
Ocean salt spray affects every tree in this small shore borough
Fletcher Lake flooding damages trees in southern sections
Verifiable License Numbers
Licensed, Certified & Insured
Before any chainsaw starts in Bradley Beach, here are the credentials standing behind the work: the state-required NJ Licensed Tree Expert designation, voluntary ISA arboricultural certification, contractor and safety licenses, each tied to a public registration number you can verify.

NJ Home Improvement Contractor
#13VH07323700
NJ Division of Consumer Affairs

NJ Licensed Tree Expert
#200988
NJ Board of Tree Experts

ISA Certified Arborist on Staff
On-Staff Credential
International Society of Arboriculture

Certified Treecare Safety Professional
CTSP #03722
Tree Care Industry Association

OSHA 30 Certified
30-Hour Safety
OSHA
Licensed Tree Care Operator
LTCO #767797
NJ DEP
NJ Business Registry
#NJTC768726
NJ Treasury
Traffic Safety Certified
Work Zone Safety
NJ DOT Approved
Public Works Certified
Municipal Contractor
NJ DCA Approved
Why this matters in Bradley Beach: Under New Jersey's Tree Expert and Tree Care Operators Licensing Act (N.J.S.A. 45:15C-13 et seq., adopted 2010), it is unlawful to advertise or perform tree care services for compensation without an LTE license. Hiring an unlicensed tree service exposes property owners to liability and may void homeowner's insurance claims if damage or injury occurs. Pro-Stump's NJ LTE #200988 (Glenn Donnelly) and LTCO #767797 are both publicly verifiable.
The Soil & Root Environment Here
The soil profile under Bradley Beach is primarily Collington loamy sand, with pockets of Sassafras sandy loam in lower-lying areas. This composition directly affects how tree roots develop, how well they anchor in storms, and how quickly they recover from drought stress. Our arborist factors soil type into every assessment, it influences pruning schedules, removal complexity, and the species we recommend for replacement plantings.
Bradley Beach packs its roughly 0.6 square miles between the Atlantic on the east and two small lakes on its borders, Sylvan Lake to the north and Fletcher Lake to the south, with a dune line holding the beachfront. Lots here are small and tightly spaced, so most removals are rigging jobs with little room for equipment, and trees near the lakes and dunes take brackish, salt-laden exposure that behaves differently from open-ocean spray.

Tree Species We Work With
Monmouth County's Collington loamy sand supports 2 dominant species across Bradley Beach. Growth rates, root depth, and failure patterns vary significantly, accurate species identification drives every arboricultural decision.
How We Work
How Our Tree Service Works
You Call
Call (732) 446-1104 or submit our online form. We respond within 2 hours during business hours.
We Assess
Our NJ Licensed Tree Expert (#200988) and ISA Certified Arborist visit your property, evaluate the work, and deliver a written quote within 24 hours.
We Execute
Our insured crew arrives on schedule with professional-grade equipment. Most jobs complete in a single day.
We Clean Up
Every branch, chip, and stump grindings removed. Your property looks better than before we arrived.
Photos of Our Completed Work
Professional tree work completed by our crew in Monmouth County and surrounding areas.
Altec grapple saw in action
Talk to a certified arborist about your Bradley Beach property.
NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988 • $3M insured • family-owned since 1987.
Emergency Tree Removal in Bradley Beach, NJ
Fallen trees block driveways, crush fences, and lean against homes across Bradley Beach during storms. Pro-Stump Tree Service responds within 2–4 hours, 24/7, throughout Monmouth County. Triage priority: trees on structures first, then power line hazards, then road blockages, then yard debris. Call (732) 446-1104 any time.
Emergency: (732) 446-1104
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Our Year-Round Tree Care Calendar
Spring (Mar–May)
Monmouth County's coastal winds accelerate winter damage on exposed London Plane and Eastern Red Cedar. Schedule crown cleaning before canopy leaf-out in April. Structural pruning on young trees reduces future storm risk along the shore.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Salt spray from the Jersey Shore and sandy soil accelerate drought stress in Monmouth County. Watch London Plane for wilting and premature leaf drop. Avoid pruning oaks April–August to prevent oak wilt. Ground is firm, ideal for stump grinding.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
Fall is prime pruning season locally. Trees enter dormancy, reducing stress and disease risk. Remove hazardous limbs before nor'easters hit the Monmouth coastline. Late October through November is optimal for most hardwood species.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Dormant pruning reveals the full branch architecture of London Plane and other area hardwoods. Monmouth County's freeze-thaw cycles can crack weakened limbs, identify them now. 24/7 emergency response available for ice and snow damage.
Nearby Parks & Landmarks
Bradley Beach's signature public space is its oceanfront boardwalk and beachfront, a boardwalk, not a park, with the borough's small lakes framing the north and south edges. Work near these areas calls for careful access planning and clearance over public walkways, which matters on Bradley Beach's tight shore lots.
Navigating Bradley Beach's Tree Ordinances
Bradley Beach regulates tree work under Borough Code Chapter 425 (Trees), adopted by Ordinance No. 2021-06 on February 23, 2021, and it covers trees on both public and private property. The borough's Shade Tree Commission, not the DPW, is the reviewing authority: anyone who wants to remove or destroy a tree must first apply to the Shade Tree Commission for a permit, and the fee is $50 per application. The Commission can be reached at ShadeTree@BradleyBeachNJ.gov.
A permit is required in three situations, not just for street trees: to remove a tree on private property, to remove or work on a street tree, and to plant a tree in the planting strip, the grass strip between the sidewalk and the curb that the whole scheme is built around. Chapter 425 is written to preserve the maximum number of trees and to safeguard heritage, specimen, and significant trees.
The ordinance sets a specific grinding standard: stumps of trees removed from the planting strip must be ground out to 8 to 12 inches below grade and backfilled to grade, a depth Pro-Stump grinds to. Removed trees are replaced per the borough's replacement schedule (Schedule A) or offset by a fee-in-lieu paid into the Shade Tree Trust, and the Commission generally acts on a complete application within about 20 business days. Pro-Stump (NJ LTE #200988) files the application, prepares the replacement plan, and coordinates with the Commission.
Permits in Bradley Beach (zip 07720) are the property owner's responsibility per our standard terms, but Pro-Stump Tree Service will walk you through the local requirements and provide the arborist reports and documentation your application needs, so your project stays in full compliance.

Glenn Donnelly
Owner & Founder
ISA Certified Arborist · NJ Licensed Tree Expert
Meet the Team Behind Every Job
Every tree on every Bradley Beach property is evaluated before work begins by Glenn Donnelly (NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988, CTSP #03722) together with Pro-Stump's ISA Certified Arborist on staff. The team assesses species, structural integrity, soil conditions, and proximity to structures, then provides a written scope of work with specific cut points, rigging plans, and equipment requirements.
Bradley Beach Service Area Map
Pro-Stump Tree Service proudly serves Bradley Beach. Serving zip code 07720. We service the entire area shown below.
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Common Questions from Bradley Beach, NJ Homeowners
Tree removal in Bradley Beach ranges from $400 to $2,000. Shore-town lots are compact, keeping most jobs manageable in scope.
Yes. Bradley Beach Chapter 425 requires a Shade Tree Commission permit to remove or destroy a tree on private property, not only street trees. Pro-Stump (NJ LTE #200988) files the application and, when required, the replacement plan.
The permit fee is $50 per application, filed with the Shade Tree Commission. The Commission generally reviews and decides within about 20 business days, so schedule planned work with that lead time in mind.
It is the grass strip between the sidewalk and the curb, the heart of the borough's tree scheme. Planting a tree there needs a permit, and any stump removed from the planting strip must be ground to 8 to 12 inches below grade and backfilled, a depth Pro-Stump grinds to.
Usually yes. Removed trees are replaced per the borough's replacement schedule (Schedule A), or you can pay a fee-in-lieu into the Shade Tree Trust. Pro-Stump prepares the replacement plan with your permit.
Nearby Communities We Serve
In addition to Bradley Beach, Pro-Stump Tree Service provides professional tree services to these neighboring communities in Monmouth County:
Schedule a Free Tree Assessment in Bradley Beach, NJ
Pro-Stump Tree Service has served Bradley Beach and Monmouth County since 1987. NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988 with an ISA Certified Arborist on staff. Call for a free, no-obligation estimate.
(732) 446-1104