Olyphant sits on the east bank of the Lackawanna River across from Dickson City. Its older, dense neighborhoods near the river and Lackawanna Avenue contrast with newer development and business parks on the hills to the east.
Common tree problems here
- River-valley soils: after long soaking rains, saturated soil makes large trees near the river more likely to uproot in wind.
- Big old street-side and yard trees on narrow blocks.
- Dying ash (PA DCNR: emerald ash borer).
Tip
A tree that starts leaning after heavy rain, with soil heaving on one side, is an urgent warning sign. Get it looked at quickly; see storm guide.
Permits and local contacts
We couldn't confirm a published Olyphant Borough tree-permit rule online. For any tree near the street or sidewalk, call the Olyphant Borough municipal office before work starts. For private-yard trees, the main steps are making sure the company you hire is registered and insured (PA Attorney General: home improvement contractor registration) and calling 811 before stump grinding (PA One Call (811)).
Nearby towns
Scranton 路 Dunmore 路 Clarks Summit 路 Dickson City 路 Old Forge 路 Wilkes-Barre 路 Moosic 路 Taylor 路 Throop 路 Archbald 路 Jessup 路 Clarks Green & South Abington Twp 路 Pittston
Helpful guides
- Emergency Tree Removal After a Storm in NEPA: What to Do
- Stump Grinding Cost in Scranton, PA: Typical Prices and What Changes Them
- Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Tree Removal in Pennsylvania?
- Tree Fell on My House or Car: What to Do, Step by Step
- All guides
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) 搂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.