Tree work in Paramus
Paramus is mostly post-war single-family lots on quarter- to half-acre parcels, with big oaks, maples and old spruces planted in the 1950s and 60s now at full size. The Route 4 and Route 17 corridors and the malls mean a lot of commercial tree work too.
The Commission's rule that nobody but the Borough works on street trees matters here: if the limbs over your sidewalk belong to a Borough tree, the fix is a call to the Commission, not a private quote. For backyard trees near Route 17 and the Saddle River flood zones, ask the estimator whether the lot sits in a wetland buffer before scheduling.
Do you need a permit to remove a tree in Paramus?
Street trees: every tree along a Paramus street has been under the care of the Shade Tree & Parks Commission since 1951 (Ordinance ST-1). Residents and private companies may not prune, remove or do any work on a Borough street tree without a permit from the Commission. If you want a Borough tree in front of your house removed, you apply to the Commission; approval is case by case.
Private yard trees: after a lot is developed, the Commission is usually not involved with private trees, with exceptions: properties with a required buffer zone from a Planning Board or Board of Adjustment approval cannot remove trees or landscaping in the buffer, and tree removal is prohibited in wetlands and most wetland buffers, which many Paramus lots contain under state jurisdiction. New construction and site plan approvals require Commission sign-off on any tree removal and an approved landscape plan.
Where to ask: Shade Tree & Parks Commission, Carlough Drive, 1st floor of the Life Safety Building, Paramus NJ 07652. Phone 201-265-2100 ext. 4120, Monday to Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm.
Source: paramusborough.gov, "Paramus Trees," read October 2026. Confirm current rules with the Borough before work starts; ordinances change.
What it costs in Paramus (2026)
| Job | Typical NJ price |
|---|---|
| Small tree, under 30 ft | $200 – $600 |
| Medium tree, 30 – 60 ft | $500 – $1,500 |
| Large tree, 60 – 80 ft | $1,000 – $2,500 |
| Crane removal over a house | $2,500 – $3,500+ |
| Tree trimming, mature tree | $450 – $700 |
| Stump grinding | $100 – $500 per stump |
Cost ranges are published 2026 New Jersey industry figures (tanddtree.com and treecostremovalcalculator.com NJ guides), not quotes from this site. Your price depends on the tree, access and your town.
Services in Paramus
Tree removal
Dead, hazardous, storm-damaged or unwanted trees, including crane removals.
Emergency tree service
Trees on houses, cars and driveways after a storm.
Tree trimming
Deadwooding, raising limbs off the roof, thinning and cabling.
Stump grinding
Grind old stumps below grade so the lawn can come back.
How it works
- Tell us about the job. Your town, what you need, and a photo if you have one. Takes about a minute.
- We match you with a local tree pro. An independent Bergen County tree care company that is registered with the NJ Board of Tree Experts and insured, and that actually serves your town.
- Get a free on-site quote. The company contacts you directly, looks at the tree and gives you a written price. No obligation, and you deal with them from there.
Paramus questions
How much does tree removal cost in Paramus, NJ?
The same ranges as the rest of Bergen County: small trees from about $200 to $600, mature trees $500 to $2,500, and crane jobs over a house $2,500 and up, with stump grinding $100 to $500 per stump (published 2026 NJ industry figures). Paramus's lot sizes and access are what move a specific quote.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Paramus?
For most trees over the diameter threshold, yes, or at minimum a notice or application. The rules are summarized above with the Borough's contact; dead and hazardous trees are usually handled faster. Street trees always belong to the town.
Are the tree companies licensed?
We only refer to companies registered with the New Jersey Board of Tree Experts, which requires a Licensed Tree Expert or Licensed Tree Care Operator on staff and liability insurance. Ask for the registration number before work starts.