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Dead Tree Removal in Massachusetts

Dead Tree Removal in Massachusetts: a dead tree should be removed if it could hit anything when it falls, such as a house, driveway, road, fence or play area. Locally, asian longhorned beetle: Worcester-area regulated zone; maples, birches and elms are hosts.
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Tree problems in Massachusetts that call for dead tree removal

  1. 1

    Asian longhorned beetle

    Worcester-area regulated zone; maples, birches and elms are hosts.

  2. 2

    Emerald ash borer

    Established in Massachusetts.

  3. 3

    Nor'easters

    Wind, heavy snow and rain together bring down limbs and whole trees, especially along the coast.

What dead tree removal covers

A dead tree should be removed if it could hit anything when it falls, such as a house, driveway, road, fence or play area.

How dead tree removal works, step by step · part of tree removal

Describe the tree and what it's near, and you'll reach an independent provider serving Massachusetts.

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Trees in Massachusetts that most often need dead tree removal

Norway and red maple
Dominant street and yard trees; beetle hosts
Northern red oak and white oak
Large, long-lived shade trees
White pine
Tall; snow and wind breakage

Timing in Massachusetts

Winter
Nor'easters and heavy snow
Spring–fall
Watch for round exit holes on maples (Asian longhorned beetle)
Aug–Oct
Tropical remnants

Tree rules and permits in Massachusetts

  • Under M.G.L. Chapter 87, public shade trees may not be cut, trimmed or removed by anyone other than the tree warden or a deputy without a tree warden permit, and may not be cut down or removed without a public hearing.
  • If anyone objects in writing at or before the hearing, the removal can't proceed unless approved by the select board or mayor.
  • In Boston, requests go to the Tree Warden at Parks and Recreation; approved removals are at the requester's expense plus a per-inch payment into the parks fund.

Sources (checked 2026-10-01)

Rules change and details depend on your exact property. Confirm with the city or county before work starts. This isn't legal advice.

What affects the price of dead tree removal in Massachusetts

The usual drivers are size, access, what's under the tree and cleanup; see the full list for dead tree removal.

Dead Tree Removal in Massachusetts: common questions

Do I need a permit for dead Tree Removal in Massachusetts?

Under M.G.L. Chapter 87, public shade trees may not be cut, trimmed or removed by anyone other than the tree warden or a deputy without a tree warden permit, and may not be cut down or removed without a public hearing. If anyone objects in writing at or before the hearing, the removal can't proceed unless approved by the select board or mayor.

Which trees in Massachusetts most often need dead tree removal?

Norway and red maple: dominant street and yard trees; beetle hosts Northern red oak and white oak: large, long-lived shade trees White pine: tall; snow and wind breakage

When is the best time for dead tree removal in Massachusetts?

Winter: Nor'easters and heavy snow Spring–fall: Watch for round exit holes on maples (Asian longhorned beetle)

Asian longhorned beetle: what does it mean for dead tree removal in Massachusetts?

Worcester-area regulated zone; maples, birches and elms are hosts.

Emerald ash borer: what does it mean for dead tree removal in Massachusetts?

Established in Massachusetts.

Nor'easters: what does it mean for dead tree removal in Massachusetts?

Wind, heavy snow and rain together bring down limbs and whole trees, especially along the coast.

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