Old Forge sits south of Scranton along the Lackawanna River, on the Luzerne County line. Neighborhoods of closely spaced older homes mean limbs often hang over neighboring roofs and garages, so removals frequently need careful sectioning instead of a single fell.
Common tree problems here
- Limbs over the property line onto neighbors' roofs. A good crew will plan the removal to avoid both houses.
- River-valley storm damage and saturated soil.
- Dying ash (PA DCNR: emerald ash borer) and tree of heaven (Penn State Extension: spotted lanternfly).
Permits and local contacts
We couldn't confirm a published Old Forge tree-permit rule online. For any tree near the street, check with Old Forge Borough. If a tree overhangs a neighbor's property, talk with them before work starts.
Before you hire anyone
- Ask for a written quote that says whether stump grinding, log removal and cleanup are included.
- Ask for a certificate of liability insurance and workers' comp. In Scranton, tree businesses must carry at least $500,000 bodily injury / $100,000 property damage liability and workers' comp, and register with the PA Attorney General (Scranton City Code, Ch. 434 Art. II (Trees) §434-6).
- Check their PA Home Improvement Contractor registration number (PA Attorney General: home improvement contractor registration).
- Get two or three quotes for non-emergency work.