(631) 584-5575 www.competitiontree.com
11 Inwood Rd, St James, New York 11780
Equipment and Capabilities: Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Large Trees, Works Near Structures
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, 24 Hour Emergency Response, Quick Response
Credentials and Trust: Long Established
Customer Experience: Affordable
Experts dedicated to providing exceptional value and support to our customers. With over 22 years of experience in the tree removal industry, our professional staff consistently delivers quality service throughout the Long Island area.
4.8 from 33 reviews
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is performed with precision, even in tight spaces and near structures, thanks to careful planning and hands-on supervision on the job. Clients consistently note clear pricing, detailed estimates, and efficient stump removal, with the surrounding area cleaned up so the yard looks untouched after completion. In difficult scenarios, such as very large trees in narrow spaces, they lower each cut by rope and complete the job without damaging pools, sprinklers, or other features. The owner often works on-site and communicates directly, coordinating scheduling and ensuring a smooth, reliable experience. Serving St James and the wider Long Island area, their stump grinding is part of a trusted, value-driven tree service.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Their large-tree work shines in tight yards across Long Island, including cases where the only safe approach is to lower each cut by rope in a narrow space. They routinely operate near pools, sprinkler heads, and light fixtures without causing damage, even when trees are overhead or close to structures. The crew can handle substantial removals quickly, taking down 10–11 large oaks and trimming others, and even 12–13‑foot trees in about 90 minutes. The owner is on the job, guiding the plan and ensuring a clean, professional finish with thorough cleanup. They’re known for prompt response and flexible scheduling for both emergency storm scenarios and routine tree work throughout the Long Island area.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Near-structure work is a core capability, with customers repeatedly noting that they remove or prune trees without damage to pools, sprinkler heads, or light fixtures. They excel in tight spaces and elevated or awkward placements—cases where a large tree spans a pool or a line runs overhead—using rope-lowered cuts and careful maneuvers to protect nearby structures. Clients describe the team as punctual, professional, and hands-on, with the owner frequently on site and responsive from the initial quote through project completion. Serving the St James and wider Long Island area, they deliver efficient, neat work and thorough cleanup after near-structure removals.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup is a core strength, with rapid, reliable responses to emergencies and on-site assessment and scheduling handled promptly by the team. They handle dangerous removals in tight spaces near structures or utilities, using rope-lowered cuts when needed to maintain control and safety. Property protection and thorough cleanup are priorities; crews avoid damage to pools, sprinkler heads, and lights, and leave yards clean and debris-free after the job. The approach is owner-involved and communication-heavy, with clear estimates and fair pricing that build trust during urgent storm work. Across the Long Island area, they are a dependable choice for storm-related tree removal and cleanup, delivering professional service with quick turnaround.
Available around the clock for dangerous situations - a tree on your roof, a limb blocking your driveway, or a trunk threatening to fall. Day or night.
Emergency readiness comes through in their consistent availability during severe conditions, with customers noting they are there for you in an emergency storm situation. The pattern shows rapid responsiveness: callbacks the same day, quick on-site assessments, and fast scheduling when urgency is clear. In dangerous scenarios, they act promptly—removing leaning or hazardous trees right away to protect structures like homes, pools, and wiring. The owner appears on the job throughout the process, personally handling estimates and supervision to ensure clear communication and careful work. Weekend responsiveness is evident as they even handle calls and scheduling on Saturdays, reinforcing their 24-hour emergency capability in the St James area.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Quick-response is a defining strength of Competition Tree Service, serving St James and the broader Long Island area. Clients note that Rich replies promptly, often returning calls the same day and arranging on-site estimates without delay. They routinely mobilize for emergencies, including storm cleanup, and can be on-site within a day to assess and initiate removal or pruning. Scheduling is flexible to fit homeowners’ timelines, and the owner is on the job throughout, which helps ensure fast, coordinated work. Cleanups are thorough and safety-conscious, even in tight spaces or near pools, wires, or structures, so projects finish quickly with minimal disruption.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
With over 22 years in the tree removal industry, they bring a long-established presence to the Long Island area, consistently delivering reliable, punctual, and professional service. Clients note the owner’s hands-on involvement, clear, fair pricing, and a meticulous cleanup that leaves properties ready for what’s next. They regularly take on complex jobs in tight spaces and near structures, pools, or utilities, including large oaks, often completing major removals in a single day with careful execution. A pattern of rapid emergency responsiveness and storm-cleanup readiness further demonstrates a seasoned operation that prioritizes safety and customer peace of mind.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Pricing is consistently competitive, with customers noting clearly explained estimates and rates that are often lower than competing bids in Long Island. Work is completed quickly and efficiently—large removals are finished in hours with thorough cleanup afterward. The owner is frequently on-site, and communications are praised for responsiveness and transparency from start to finish. These factors create strong value for St James and nearby communities, covering routine trimming, stump grinding, storm cleanup, and emergency 24-hour needs at affordable rates.