B&R Tree Service is the trusted choice for homeowners facing complex tree removal challenges. Headquartered right here in Charlton, we bring the same level of care to our neighbors as we do to clients across Shrewsbury, Natick, and the surrounding towns. Founder Bernie Gauthier has built every crew on the values the company was founded on in 2001, integrity, hard work, and respect for the property we’re working on.
Safety and property respect are our top priorities on every local job site. Therefore, we use ground protection mats and specialized loaders to keep your lawn pristine during heavy operations. Whether we are removing a dead pine or a massive oak, we work with surgical precision to avoid any landscape damage. Our local crews provide a level of cleanup that is truly unmatched in the industry today. We handle the heavy lifting so you can enjoy a beautiful, hazard-free yard without the stress.
Removing large hardwoods near a home requires more than a chainsaw — it takes the right equipment and a plan for where each section of the tree will go. For trees too large or too close to structures to fell conventionally, we use a 75-ton crane to lift and lower heavy sections vertically, away from roofs and power lines. This method significantly reduces the risk of property damage compared to traditional felling, and it’s especially useful for large dead pines or oaks in tight residential lots.
Rigging is a skill that takes years to develop, our climbers and crane operators coordinate every cut so wood is lowered with full control rather than dropped. This matters most when a tree sits over a pool, deck, or delicate landscaping, where even a small miscalculation can cause real damage. We bring this same level of coordination to every job, regardless of size.
Not every damaged tree needs to come down, but certain signs point to a real safety risk: a significant lean that’s developed recently, large dead branches throughout the canopy, visible fungus or cavities at the base, or roots that have been damaged by construction or storms. If you’re not sure whether a tree is a hazard or just needs pruning, our certified arborists can assess it and recommend the right course of action.
Permit requirements depend on the tree’s size, species, and whether it’s a public shade tree. We can help you determine what’s required for your property as part of your free quote.
Cost depends on the tree's size, location and access, the equipment required, whether you add stump grinding, and disposal scope. Smaller, open-access trees cost less; large or hazardous trees near structures cost more. A free on-site estimate gives the accurate figure.
Trees on your own private property generally don't require a state permit. Public shade trees in the road right-of-way are protected under Massachusetts law, and some towns have local bylaws we'll help confirm before work begins.
Yes. Tight or near-utility removals are dismantled in controlled sections, often with a crane to lift wood clear of roofs and lines. If a tree contacts utility wires, we coordinate the work safely.
508.845.6111
Address: 59 J Davis Rd
Charlton, MA 01507, US
