Tree Service in Brookhaven, GA
PAC-TREE is a family-owned small business providing tree removal and pruning for homes and businesses throughout Brookhaven. Founded in 2019, fully licensed and insured, we handle the fieldwork and the city’s tree permit process, and we clean up the agreed-upon debris before we leave.
Brookhaven Protects Its Canopy Closely
Brookhaven has one of the more detailed tree preservation ordinances in DeKalb County, and it sets a low threshold: a permit is required to remove almost any tree of a modest size, not just the big ones. That surprises a lot of homeowners who assume a small tree is theirs to take down freely.
We work within this framework regularly, so we can tell you plainly whether your tree falls under the city’s rules and handle the application when it does. That keeps a routine removal from turning into a fine.
Do You Need a Tree Removal Permit in Brookhaven?
Yes, in most cases. The City of Brookhaven requires a tree removal permit for any tree 4 inches or more in diameter at breast height, and the application is subject to arborist approval. We confirm your tree’s size and status as part of the estimate.
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The application goes through the city’s Project Portal with photos, a site plan, and a Tree Removal Application. For an owner-occupied single-family residence, the permit fee is currently listed at zero. The ordinance allows removal of up to two non-specimen trees every 18 months as long as the property maintains the city’s minimum tree density or canopy standard, and specimen trees carry additional requirements. We prepare and file the paperwork so you are not untangling the city’s process on your own.
Our Services
We keep the full details of each service in one place so they stay accurate. Here is a quick overview of what we provide for local properties, with links to learn more.
Tree Removal
Many lots here are narrow and closely built, so we use directional cuts and rigging to bring a tree down in controlled pieces and protect the home, driveway, and landscaping nearby. Full details are on our tree removal page.
Tree Trimming and Pruning
With so much of the value here tied to established trees, pruning is often the better long-term choice, removing weak or overextended limbs so a mature tree can stay standing. See our trimming and pruning page for how we work.
Emergency Tree Service
When a storm brings a tree or limb down, we stay available around the clock for urgent situations. Learn how we respond on our tree emergency page.
What to Expect When You Book Tree Service With Us
Booking tree service starts with an on-site estimate where we assess the tree, check whether a removal permit applies, and walk you through the plan before any work begins. From there we schedule the job, handle any required permit paperwork with the city, complete the removal or pruning, and finish with cleanup of the agreed-upon debris.
On-Site Estimate
On-site estimate and a look at the tree
Permit Check
Permit check and paperwork, if the tree requires city review
Scheduled Tree Work
Scheduled removal or pruning with protective rigging
Cleanup
Cleanup of the agreed-upon branches, logs, and debris
Why Property Owners Here Choose PAC-TREE
- Family-owned small business, founded in 2019
- Fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial work
- Permit handling included, so you do not have to learn the ordinance yourself
- Direct communication with our team, not a call center
- Available 24 hours a day for emergencies
- Cleanup of the agreed-upon debris on every job
Frequently Asked Questions
Still Have Questions?
Contact PAC-TREE to discuss your property, tree-removal needs, pruning, or an upcoming project.
In most cases, yes. The City of Brookhaven requires a tree removal permit for any tree 4 inches or more in diameter at breast height, subject to arborist approval. We check your tree’s size and status before quoting the job.
For an owner-occupied single-family residence, the city currently lists the tree removal permit fee at zero. Other property types may carry a fee. We confirm the current requirements for your property when we file.
The ordinance allows removal of up to two non-specimen trees every 18 months, as long as the property maintains the city’s minimum tree density or canopy standard. Specimen trees carry additional requirements, which we walk you through.
Cost depends on the tree’s size, its proximity to structures or power lines, and whether a permit and replacement planting are required, so we provide a quote after an on-site look at the property. You get a clear scope before any work starts.
Yes. We are available 24 hours a day for storm-damaged and fallen trees. Call us directly and we will move as quickly as it is safe to do so. You can learn more on our Emergency Tree Service page.
Get a Free Tree Service Estimate
Whether you have a tree that needs to come down, storm damage to clear, or a mature tree that would do better with pruning, our team is ready to help. We assess the tree, explain what the city’s ordinance may require, and give you a clear plan before any work begins.
From careful tree removal and structural pruning to permit assistance and urgent storm situations, PAC-TREE provides tree service for homeowners and businesses throughout DeKalb County. Contact our family-owned tree specialist team to talk through your property and schedule a time.