Many boroughs in the Pittsburgh area, including Edgewood, prize their historic urban canopy. Consequently, property owners can't always cut down a tree just because it's on their land.
Right-of-Way vs. Private Property
Trees planted between the sidewalk and the curb often belong to the borough. Attempting to trim or remove these without municipal permission leads to massive fines. We strongly advise checking town ordinances.
Navigating the Red Tape
As seasoned local professionals, SHS Trees assists clients with understanding what is legal to remove. We also provide arborcultural assessments to justify the hazard status of a tree to town councils.
The SHS Trees Standard for Municipal Guide
When dealing with municipal guide in Edgewood, residents have trusted SHS Trees for years. We do not take shortcuts. We believe that professional tree care involves doing the job right the first time, ensuring the absolute safety of your property, your family, and our crew.
Our Precision Process
- Initial Assessment: We thoroughly inspect the tree’s health, structural integrity, and proximity to power lines or homes in Edgewood.
- Advanced Equipment: Utilizing bucket trucks and grapple trucks entirely eliminates the need to drag heavy logs across your yard, leaving your landscape pristine.
- Expert Execution: Led by founder Randy Harper, our team operates with surgical precision—whether it’s routine pruning or an emergency hazard removal.
- Immaculate Cleanup: We don’t just cut and run. Our cleanup process ensures your yard looks better than we found it, removing all sawdust, twigs, and debris.
Local Expertise Matters
As a locally owned, independent company serving Edgewood and the broader Greater Pittsburgh region, we understand the specific soil conditions, weather patterns, and tree diseases affecting our area. National chains treat your property like a number, but at SHS Trees, every job is a priority.