Tree removal in Budapest that spares your house and garden
We take on tree removal in Budapest and the surrounding towns even when the tree leans over your house, roof or fence. Where there isn’t room for it to come down in one piece, we work with rope access, and if you like, we take the felled tree away too. Trees are our allies, so before we reach for the saw, we always check whether yours can still be saved.
Rope-access tree removal in Budapest gardens
With rope-access tree removal, the method tree surgeons call sectional felling, we climb the tree on ropes and dismantle it from the top down, one section at a time. Branches and pieces of trunk are never left to crash to the ground; we lower them on ropes to a spot where they can’t do any damage.
This lets us safely remove a dangerous tree even when it hangs over the roof or stands right up against the fence. Our aim is that, once we’ve finished, everything looks exactly as it did before, only without the tree.
Before and after
A dangerous tree next to the house, and the same garden after the job. Drag the slider to compare the two.
BeforeAfterWhen is a tree dangerous?
If only the odd branch is causing trouble, pruning is often enough, but the signs below suggest there may be a problem with the whole tree.
Dead tree
Over time the branches of a dead tree turn brittle and can snap off unpredictably in a strong wind. The longer it stands like this, the harder it is to take down safely.
Leaning tree
If the tree has visibly started to lean recently, or the ground around its base has lifted and cracked, its roots are no longer holding it firmly.
Rotting trunk
If the trunk is hollow, going soft or has fungi growing on it, the tree is probably decaying inside. From the outside, that is often all you can see of what is happening within.
Split or damaged trunk
A long vertical crack or a broken main limb can weaken a tree, so during the site visit we check whether it can still be saved or whether it is safer to remove it.
How tree removal works
Free site visit
We come out, look at the tree and its surroundings, and tell you whether it can be saved or whether removing it is justified. Then we send you a written quote.
Taking down the crown
First we dismantle the crown branch by branch, gradually freeing up the space around the trunk.
Cutting up the trunk
Next we cut the bare trunk into manageable sections, right down to its base. The stump stays in the ground unless you ask for stump grinding as well.
Removal and clean-up
If you ask us to, we take away the branches and the trunk too, so there’s no pile left in your garden when we finish.
We sort out the space the tree leaves behind
A felled tree leaves behind a stump, a bare patch in the garden and the question of what should go there instead. The same team of ours looks after both trees and gardens, so you don’t need to call three different companies for the different parts of the job. If a tree really has to go, we recommend planting a new one in its place, and we’ll do that for you too.
- Stump grinding by machine
- Planting a new tree
- Turf laying where the tree stood
- Garden maintenance for a monthly fee
From our own work
Real photos from jobs we have done ourselves.
Frequently asked questions
When do you need rope access to remove a tree?
When there isn’t enough room for the tree to come down in one piece in a controlled direction, because it stands too close to the house, the fence, another tree or the neighbour’s garden. This is common in Budapest’s tightly built-up gardens, so during the site visit we always tell you which method suits your tree.
How long does it take to remove a tree?
That depends on how big the tree is and where it stands. A smaller, free-standing tree doesn’t take us long, but a large tree leaning over the house has to be dismantled piece by piece on ropes, which takes longer. We’ll tell you how much time to allow when we visit.
Do you take the felled tree away?
Yes, if you ask us to, we take away both the branches and the trunk. This matters because MOHU, Budapest’s public waste management company, only collects garden waste in bags and tied bundles from spring until early December, and it won’t take thick branches, tree trunks or large amounts.
Do I need a permit to cut down a tree in Budapest?
Often, yes. In Budapest, the rules for a tree in your own garden are set by the district decree, and many districts require a permit or a notification before felling, while a tree on public land always needs a permit. During the site visit we check what your district requires and help you with the paperwork. We cover permits in detail on a separate page.
When is the best time to cut down a tree?
From late autumn to early spring, when the tree has no leaves, because the bare crown is easier to see through and dismantle. Several Budapest districts also refuse felling permits from spring to the end of summer, during the bird nesting season. If a tree is already dangerous, though, don’t wait for winter; ask us for a site visit now.
What happens to the tree stump?
By default it stays in the ground, but if you ask, we grind it down below ground level with a machine. That way the spot can be used again, whether you’d like lawn or a new tree there.
Request a site visit for tree removal
Tell us briefly what kind of tree it is and where it stands, and we’ll call you back within one working day. The site visit is free, and afterwards we send you a written quote. You can write to us in English.
Quicker by phone? Call us on +36 20 944 3464.
Tree removal in District 17 and nearby
We mostly work in District 17 and the surrounding towns, but we come out to every district of Budapest. See what your district or town requires.
