In the Sierra Foothills and High Country, a dead or dying tree is not just a landscaping issue—it is a direct threat to your life and property. The prolonged drought and bark beetle infestation have left thousands of massive Ponderosa Pines and Firs compromising homes from Auburn to Lake Tahoe.

At Irish Tree Surgeon, we specialize in the hazardous tree removal Nevada County residents trust for the most complex, high-risk scenarios. We do not guess, and we do not take unnecessary risks. We surgically dismantle dangers using industrial-grade equipment.

The “Heavy Iron” Advantage: 55ft & 100ft Bucket Truck Service

Many residential tree services rely solely on climbing spikes and ladders. While effective for small pruning, this method is dangerous and slow when dealing with unstable, rotting timber. We bring the ultimate equipment advantage.

With both 55ft and 100ft bucket trucks in our fleet, we have the longest reach in the county. Our 100ft bucket truck allows us to access the crowns of massive Ponderosa Pines and Firs that other companies simply cannot reach safely.

No Climbing Required: We can dismantle dangerous trees without ever putting a climber’s weight on the compromised trunk.
Extreme Reach: We can extend over two-story homes, power drops, and fragile decks to access limbs that are technically impossible for smaller trucks to reach.
Crane Capability: For trees that are too unstable to climb or located in tight backyards in Nevada City, we utilize crane-assisted removal to lift heavy wood vertically away from your home.

Zero Impact Tree Removal Promise

Homeowners often fear that removing a massive tree will destroy their yard. Our goal is to leave your property looking better than we found it. Zero impact tree removal means we use advanced rigging techniques to lower heavy logs piece-by-piece, rather than dropping them.

Our Rigging Process:

Friction Control: We use Port-a-Wraps and friction blocks to control the speed of every branch as it descends.
Negative Rigging: We can swing limbs away from your roof before lowering them.
Ground Protection: We use AlturnaMats and plywood to protect your lawn, driveway, and septic fields from the weight of our equipment.

LTO Licensed for Dead Pine Tree Removal

Under the Governor’s Tree Mortality Emergency, removing dead trees is a matter of public safety. As a licensed timber operator (LTO), we are uniquely authorized to handle dead pine tree removal and hazard mitigation that standard landscapers are not qualified for.

We understand the structural integrity of decay. A pine tree killed by beetles becomes brittle and unpredictable within months. Our forestry background allows us to assess the “hinge wood” strength and determine the safest felling plan, whether that involves a bucket truck, a crane, or a directional fall.

When to Call for Emergency Tree Cutting

Do not wait for the next winter storm to test the strength of a dying tree. In areas like Truckee and Donner Summit, heavy snow loads can snap weak trees instantly. Call us immediately if you see:

Root Lift: The soil heaving up at the base of the tree (a sign of imminent failure).
Fungal Conks: Mushrooms growing on the trunk (indicating internal rot).
Sudden Lean: A tree that has recently shifted its angle.
Cracks: Deep vertical fissures in the bark or wood.

Serving the High Country & Foothills

Big trees require big equipment. We deploy our bucket trucks across the entire region, specifically targeting the massive timber found in:

Lake Tahoe & Truckee: High-elevation hazardous fir and pine removal.
Nevada City & Grass Valley: Heritage oak pruning and tight-access residential removal.
Foresthill & Colfax: Large acreage mortality clearing and emergency tree cutting.

Expert Hazardous Tree Removal Nevada County

If you have a tree keeping you awake at night, call the experts. We offer free assessments to determine the stability of your trees and provide a clear plan for removal.

Call Irish Tree Surgeon: (530) 798-3623 Licensed LTO Fire Hazard Mitigation & Forestry Services

Irish Tree Surgeon — State Licensed Timber Operator # A11798 | Authorized for Fire Hazard Mitigation & Tree Mortality Removal under Governor Executive Order – Serving Nevada County, CA.

Services:
Hazardous Tree Removal • Defensible Space Services • Forestry Mastication• Ordinance 2463 Abatement • Oak Tree Preservation • Emergency Tree Service

Address:
144 Olympia Park Rd, Grass Valley, CA 95945

Call or Text:
(530) 798-3623

Your trusted local experts for safe, reliable, and high-quality tree care. Call now to schedule a free on-site estimate.

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