I am not a lawyer- but from what I understand from consulting with the city and legal representatives, this is what I gathered. If a tree is not a hazard, New York State law does not require you to trim or pay for trimming. But remember in strong winds all trees have the ability to cause injuries and death, and if they are overhanging in your neighbor’s property it is still your tree. Your neighbor has a right to trim the branches up to the property line, they do not have to make it pretty, just as long as they don't kill it.  Always check for local laws as this may vary depending on your place.Basically, if it is your tree - is your responsability. Avoid injuries by trimming - eliminating branches from above tragets is important - This is what we suggest. But we are just a bunch of professional climbers, so what do we know :) ...read more

ASN TREE SERVICE CARES FOR OUR COMMUNITY, TO REQUEST SERVICES PLEASE EMAIL TREE-SERVICES@LIVE.COM OR CALL 6464652489 AND EXPLAIN YOUR SITUATION, AND WE WILL WORK WITH  YOU TO HELP YOU CLEAN UP. ...read more