Tree Service in Long Beach, NJ
From Holgate to Beach Haven Crest, we deliver professional tree work across the area with $3M insurance and deep knowledge of Ocean County's landscape.
Tree Service Long Beach, NJ — Family-Owned Since 1987
Nor'easters, derechos, and severe thunderstorms hit Long Beach Township multiple times per year, bringing down limbs and uprooting mature trees across Holgate, Beach Haven Crest, Beach Haven Terrace. Pro-Stump Tree Service has provided emergency and routine tree care in Long Beach since 1987, 38 years of direct field experience with Ocean County's storm patterns and species vulnerabilities.
Mature Japanese Black Pine, Eastern Red Cedar across the area require annual structural assessment, species age, beach and dune 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.
Recent Project Photos
Professional tree work completed by our crew in Ocean County and surrounding areas.
24/7 emergency tree removal by Pro-Stump Tree Service
Available in Long Beach
Complete Tree Care Services
We deliver the full range of professional tree work to homeowners across the area. Every job is led by experienced crew leaders, and every truck on the road is fully insured.
Tree Removal
Need a tree removed? Pro-Stump Tree Service provides professional tree removal from hazardous leaners to large-canopy hardwoods near structures. Our certified team uses crane-assisted lifts when needed and cleans every branch.
See Tree Removal Services
Stump Grinding
Professional stump grinding with a commercial grinder that handles stumps of any diameter. We restore the area flush with your lawn so you'd never know a tree was there.
See Stump Grinding Services
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Expert tree trimming and pruning in Long Beach led by NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988 with an ISA Certified Arborist on staff. We perform crown thinning, deadwood removal, and structural pruning to keep properties safe and trees healthy. Every cut follows ANSI A300 standards.
See Tree Trimming & Pruning Services
Tree Planting & Root Feeding
Tree planting and root feeding services. From ornamental trees to shade canopy specimens, our certified arborist helps you plant the right tree in the right place, with ongoing root feeding for lasting health.
See Tree Planting & Root Feeding Services
Tree Cabling
Tree cabling and bracing in Long Beach to save structurally compromised trees. NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988 and our ISA Certified Arborist design steel cable support systems for split crotches, co-dominant stems, and heavy limbs. Extend your tree's life without removal.
See Tree Cabling Services
Christmas Tree Light Installation
Make your property shine this holiday season. Pro-Stump Tree Service offers professional Christmas tree light installation, high-reach bucket truck access, commercial LEDs, and complete setup and removal service.
See Christmas Tree Light Installation Services
Animal Tree Rescue
Animal tree rescue services. Our trained crew helps with pets and wildlife stranded in trees. Professional climbing gear and bucket trucks for safe, efficient rescues any time of day.
See Animal Tree Rescue Services
Emergency Tree Service
24/7 emergency tree service in Long Beach. When storms hit, Pro-Stump Tree Service responds fast with fallen tree removal, hazard limb clearing, and property protection. We're often on-site within hours.
See Emergency Tree Service Services
Land Clearing
Planning a build? Pro-Stump Tree Service provides complete land clearing, tree removal, stump grinding, brush clearing, and lot preparation. One crew handles the entire project from first cut to clean grade.
See Land Clearing Services
Crane Tree Removal
Complex tree removal requiring crane access. Our crane service is essential for trees near pools, garages, power lines, and structures with no drop zone. Arborist-led planning, $3M insured execution.
See Crane Tree Removal Services
Commercial Tree Service
Commercial tree maintenance for Long Beach businesses, HOAs, and property managers. We provide scheduled pruning, hazard assessments, and storm preparedness programs across commercial properties.
See Commercial Tree Service ServicesOur 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 Long 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.
We Know Long Beach's Trees
From the beach and dune sand soil conditions to the species that thrive here, our arborist understands what local trees need. That local knowledge means better diagnoses, smarter pruning, and fewer unnecessary removals.
Honest Assessments, Fair Prices
We don't upsell. If a tree can be saved with pruning, we'll tell you, even though a removal would pay more. Our arborist recommends only what's truly needed for the health and safety of your property.
Verifiable License Numbers
NJ Licensed & ISA Arborist–Led Tree Care
Hiring an unlicensed tree service is the #1 cause of property damage claims and uninsured-injury liability in Long Beach, NJ. These are the verifiable state licenses and industry certifications Pro-Stump Tree Service holds, with license numbers you can independently confirm.
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 Long 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.
Local Tree Care Challenges
Long Beach properties face 3 recurring tree care challenges: storm damage from Ocean County's nor'easters, root instability in beach and dune sand, and canopy overcrowding that increases limb failure risk during high winds.
Barrier island location means extreme oceanfront exposure year-round
Very limited tree species diversity due to harsh conditions
Long Beach Township covers most of LBI outside the separate boroughs (Beach Haven, Harvey Cedars, Surf City, Ship Bottom, Barnegat Light), the documented Holgate, Loveladies, Brant Beach, and High Bar Harbor sections each face full Atlantic salt-spray exposure, and Chapter 181's Critical Root Radius = DBH × 1.5 ft requirement is critical for any dune or bulkhead-adjacent work
How Ocean County's Terrain Affects Local Trees
Long Beach Township sits on beach and dune sand, which shapes everything from how deep roots grow to how vulnerable trees are during saturated ground conditions after heavy rain. Combined with tidal salt-marsh soils in transitional zones, this creates a soil environment where species selection and maintenance timing matter significantly. Our 38 years of experience in Ocean County means we've learned exactly how trees respond to these local conditions.
Long Beach Township runs most of the length of Long Beach Island in a string of sections, Holgate, Brant Beach, Beach Haven Crest, Loveladies, and High Bar Harbor among them, with the Atlantic on the east and Barnegat Bay and Little Egg Harbor on the west. Exposure shifts section to section: oceanfront blocks take full salt spray and dune-line restrictions, while bayside lots sit low against salt marsh and flood on storm tides.
Common Local Tree Species
Long Beach properties contain 2 primary species, from Japanese Black Pine to Eastern Red Cedar. Each responds differently to pruning, storm stress, and soil compaction in Ocean County's beach and dune sand.
Long Beach Storm Damage & Emergency Tree Response
A tree on your Long Beach roof at 2 AM requires the same crew, equipment, and arborist oversight as a scheduled removal, Pro-Stump Tree Service provides that at (732) 446-1104, 24/7/365. Sectional dismantling, crane lifts, tarp-and-protect protocols for exposed roofing, and direct JCP&L coordination for power line clearance are standard on every Ocean County emergency call.
Emergency: (732) 446-1104Talk to a certified arborist about your Long Beach property.
NJ Licensed Tree Expert #200988 • $3M insured • family-owned since 1987.
How We Work
From First Call to Clean Yard
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.
Local Landmarks & Green Spaces
Long Beach contains 2 notable parks, green spaces, and landmarks where adjacent properties require specialized tree access planning, setback distances, root protection zones, and canopy clearance over public areas.
5-Star Reviews from Local Homeowners
“Glenn from Pro Stump Tree Service was AMAZING! Responsive, professional, and did outstanding work. Highly recommend.”
Chelsea Yi
Central NJ
“Pro-Stump tree service is the way to go. Fast, efficient and very clean. Would definitely use them again.”
Kathleen Mcvay
Central NJ
“A great company. Would definitely recommend Pro-Stump to anyone needing tree services.”
Karen Skidmore
Central NJ
When to Schedule Tree Work
Spring (Mar–May)
Salt aerosol off the Atlantic burns exposed foliage through winter, so Long Beach's barrier-island trees start the season stressed. Inspect Japanese Black Pine and Eastern Red Cedar for tip dieback and schedule deadwood removal before leaf-out, favoring salt-tolerant species for any replanting. Oceanside canopies take far more spray than bayside lots along the back bay.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Fast-draining beach and dune sand holds little water, and steady salt spray compounds drought stress in summer heat. Watch Japanese Black Pine for leaf scorch and premature drop, and water new plantings deeply. Avoid pruning oaks April–August. Firm, dry sand makes stump grinding efficient.
Fall (Sep–Nov)
Nor'easters and tropical systems drive Long Beach's peak risk from late summer through November. Saltwater inundation in mapped coastal flood zones kills roots long after the surge recedes, so trees standing in low, flood-prone spots need assessment even when the canopy still looks intact. Remove leaning and storm-damaged trees before peak season, and note that dune-line vegetation is protected, cutting near the dunes is restricted and generally requires borough sign-off.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Leafless canopies let our arborist read branch structure across Long Beach. Winter coastal storms and constant salt wind snap weakened, oceanfront-exposed limbs without warning, while bayside trees fare better but still take gusts off the water. Dormant pruning minimizes stress and disease transmission. 24/7 emergency service available for storm damage.
Long Beach Township Tree Permit Requirements
Long Beach Township Code Chapter 181 (Tree Removal and Replacement), adopted via Ord. 25-14C, regulates tree removal township-wide. The ordinance defines the Critical Root Radius as DBH × 1.5 feet for root-protection purposes. Hazard trees carry an exemption. Adopted under the NJDEP MS4 statewide stormwater rule.
Permits in Long Beach 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
Your Local Tree Experts
Glenn Donnelly, NJ Licensed Tree Expert (#200988), Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP #03722), and retired New Jersey State Trooper, founded Pro-Stump Tree Service in 1987. Glenn has personally evaluated and supervised tree work on over 10,000 Ocean County properties across 38 years. Pro-Stump also keeps an ISA Certified Arborist on staff, so every job is assessed to ISA standards before a chainsaw starts.
Tree Service Insurance & Certification Requirements
Insurance
Pro-Stump Tree Service
$3M liability + full workers' comp on every job
Unlicensed Competitor
Often uninsured or underinsured, you're liable if someone gets hurt
Certification
Pro-Stump Tree Service
ISA Certified Arborist + NJ Licensed Tree Expert
Unlicensed Competitor
No credentials, anyone with a chainsaw can call themselves a 'tree service'
Accountability
Pro-Stump Tree Service
Glenn Donnelly personally oversees every job from estimate to cleanup
Unlicensed Competitor
Subcontracted crews with no owner involvement or recourse if something goes wrong
Experience
Pro-Stump Tree Service
38+ years of hands-on work with Ocean County trees, soils, and species
Unlicensed Competitor
A few years of chainsaw experience at most, no formal arboricultural training
Approach
Pro-Stump Tree Service
Arborist evaluates every tree before any cutting begins
Unlicensed Competitor
Cut first, ask questions later, often removing healthy trees unnecessarily
Serving Long Beach & Nearby Towns
Pro-Stump Tree Service proudly serves Long Beach. We service the entire area shown below.
Need tree service in Long Beach?
Free on-site estimate, written quote within 24 hours.
Long Beach Tree Service, Frequently Asked Questions
Tree removal on LBI ranges from $400 to $2,000. Bridge access and barrier island logistics may affect scheduling but not typically cost.
Very few species handle LBI's barrier island conditions. Japanese black pine and eastern red cedar are the primary choices, along with bayberry and holly.
Yes. Long Beach Township Code Chapter 181 (Tree Removal and Replacement, Ord. 25-14C) regulates tree removal township-wide and defines the Critical Root Radius as DBH × 1.5 feet for root-protection. Hazard trees are exempt. Pro-Stump (NJ LTE #200988) prepares the required arborist documentation and CRR calculation.
Also Serving Towns Near Long Beach, NJ
In addition to Long Beach, Pro-Stump Tree Service provides professional tree services to these neighboring communities in Ocean County:
Get Your Free Estimate in Long Beach
Family-owned, NJ LTE #200988, ISA Arborist on staff, $3M insured. We've been the trusted tree service for local homeowners for over three decades.
(732) 446-1104