Tree Service in Decatur, GA
PAC-TREE is a family-owned small business providing tree removal and pruning for homes and businesses throughout Decatur. 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.
Decatur Manages Trees by Canopy, Not Just Count
Decatur regulates tree removal more closely than most nearby cities, and it does so through its Tree Canopy Conservation Ordinance, which is built around protecting the city’s overall tree canopy rather than just individual trees. The city has set a citywide canopy goal, so removals are weighed against how much canopy a property keeps.
That approach catches a lot of homeowners off guard, because a tree that seems like yours to remove may be a protected tree under the ordinance. We work within this framework regularly, so we can tell you plainly where your tree stands.
Do You Need a Tree Removal Permit in Decatur?
Often yes. Removing a protected tree in Decatur generally requires a permit through the city’s Tree Canopy Conservation Ordinance, filed online in the Community Core system. We confirm whether your specific tree is protected as part of the estimate.
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There is a useful allowance for homeowners: in residential zoning districts, you can generally remove up to three healthy protected trees within an 18-month period by filing a tree information permit, with no replanting required if only three are removed in that window. Dead, dying, or hazardous trees follow a separate process and typically call for documentation, and higher-value or landmark trees carry additional review. We handle the paperwork through the city’s system so you are not sorting it out alone.
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
On the older, tree-lined lots common here, a tree often stands close to a porch, driveway, or garden bed, so we use rigging and directional cuts to bring it down in controlled pieces. Full details are on our removal page.
Tree Trimming and Pruning
We prune to keep mature trees strong and balanced, following standard practices and never topping a tree, a practice the city ordinance specifically prohibits. 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 emergency page.
What to Expect When You Call PAC-TREE
Getting a tree removal or pruning job done right starts with an honest assessment, not a rushed quote over the phone. Here is how it typically goes.
Call or Request an Estimate
Reach us at (678) 773-5632 or through our online form
On-Site Look
We look at the tree’s condition, size, and setting on the property
Permit Check
If the tree is protected, we walk you through what the city needs
Work & Cleanup
Controlled removal or pruning, then cleanup of the agreed-upon debris
Why Property Owners Here Choose PAC-TREE
- Family-owned small business, founded in 2019
- Fully licensed and insured for residential and commercial work
- Familiar with the city’s Tree Canopy Conservation Ordinance and permit system
- Direct communication with our team, not a call center
- Available 24 hours a day for emergency tree removal
- Cleanup of the agreed-upon debris on every job
Frequently Asked Questions
Still Have Questions?
Contact PAC-TREE to discuss your property, tree-service needs, or an upcoming removal or pruning project.
Often yes. Removing a protected tree in Decatur generally requires a permit under the city’s Tree Canopy Conservation Ordinance, filed through the Community Core system. We confirm whether your tree is protected before any work begins.
In residential zoning districts, you can generally remove up to three healthy protected trees within an 18-month period by filing a tree information permit, with no replanting required if only three are removed in that window. We help you file and stay within the ordinance.
Dead, dying, or hazardous trees follow a separate process and typically require documentation of the tree’s condition. We can clear the tree and help provide what the city asks for.
Cost depends on the tree’s size, condition, its location relative to structures or power lines, and whether a permit and canopy replacement apply, so we price each job after seeing it. You get a clear scope before any work starts.
Yes. We are available 24 hours a day for storm-damaged trees and limbs that pose an immediate risk. Call us directly and we will work to get to your property 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 need a tree removed, structural pruning to keep a mature tree healthy, or help navigating the city’s tree permit process, our tree care professional team is ready to help. We take the time to assess your trees, understand the setting around your home or business, and explain the approach before any work begins.
From careful tree removal and pruning to permit assistance and urgent storm situations, PAC-TREE provides straightforward tree service for homeowners and businesses across DeKalb County. Contact our family-owned team to talk through your property and schedule a time.