Tree Removal & Stump Grinding in South Toms River, NJ

South Toms River is a small borough on the south bank of the Toms River, wedged between Berkeley and Beachwood along Route 166 and Route 9. It has tight residential streets, older ranch homes and a lot of mature pitch pine and oak close to houses and wires. Tell us about your job and we'll pass it to one local, independent tree company that serves South Toms River.

Tree services you can request in South Toms River

Tree permits in South Toms River

South Toms River regulates tree removal under South Toms River Code, Ch. 25, which applies to all land in the borough and is linked from the borough's stormwater page. It follows NJDEP's model tree ordinance: removing a street tree 2.5 inches or more in diameter at breast height or another tree 6 inches or more generally triggers replacement planting or a payment, while hazard trees (dead, dying, diseased or infested, damaging a structure, or blocking sight lines) are treated separately. Confirm the current application and fee with borough hall before work starts.

Local notes for South Toms River

Pines over roofs: many lots have tall pitch pines within a few feet of the house; dead ones should come down before they get brittle (dead pine guide).
Riverfront flooding: homes near the river saw flooding in Sandy, and saturated soil makes trees tip in nor'easters.
Wires: service drops often run through trees; see what JCP&L will and won't do.
Neighbors: Berkeley, Beachwood and Toms River are next door with different rules.

Before you hire

New Jersey requires tree care businesses to be licensed through the NJ Board of Tree Experts. Ask for the company's Licensed Tree Care Operator number and certificate of insurance. For stump grinding, the free 811 utility markout is required before digging (NJ One Call).

Storm damage or a tree on a wire?

If there is immediate danger, call 911. Stay away from downed lines and report them to your electric utility (JCP&L, 1-888-544-4877, serves most of Ocean County). Then see what to do after a storm and what insurance usually covers.