Tree Service Questions Answered

Yes. Crickets Tree Service is fully licensed and insured in Delaware. We've been operating since 2001 as a family-owned company, and we carry proper coverage on every job. If anything goes wrong on your property, you're protected. Always ask any tree service for proof of insurance before work begins.

We're based in New Castle, DE and serve all of New Castle County, including Wilmington, Newark, Bear, Middletown, and Claymont. We also work in nearby Maryland and Pennsylvania communities. If you're not sure whether we cover your address, give us a call and we'll confirm right away.

Yes, we're available 24 hours a day for emergency situations. Standard hours are Monday through Saturday, 7am to 5pm, with Sunday appointments available. Storm damage and fallen trees don't wait for business hours, and neither do we. Call (302) 584-4863 any time for urgent help.

Tree trimming focuses on shaping and clearance, removing overgrown branches that encroach on structures, walkways, or sight lines. Pruning is more targeted, removing specific branches to improve tree health, structure, and long-term growth. Both require the right technique to avoid damaging the tree, so professional work matters.

Stump grinding uses a machine to grind the stump below grade. The roots stay in the ground and break down over time. Stump removal extracts the full root ball, which is more disruptive but leaves clean soil. Grinding is right for most residential yards; removal is typically needed before new construction or replanting.

Several factors influence the price: tree size and height, how close it sits to structures or power lines, how many cuts and how much rigging are required, site access, and whether you need debris hauled away. These details are best assessed in person, which is why we always recommend an on-site estimate before committing to a price.

We accept Cash, Venmo, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. We want payment to be as easy as the rest of the job, so we've kept our options straightforward. If you have questions about payment before booking, just let us know when you call.

Call us at (302) 584-4863 or use the contact form on our website. We'll schedule a visit, look at the job on-site, and give you a clear written quote before any work begins. There's no obligation, and the estimate is completely free.

Stay away from the tree if it's touching power lines or resting against your home. Call Crickets Tree Service at (302) 584-4863 any time, day or night. Don't try to move large limbs yourself. We handle storm emergency tree services across New Castle County and can respond fast when it matters most.

A single residential tree removal is usually done in a few hours. Standard stump grinding on a typical yard stump takes under an hour. Larger jobs involving multiple trees, tight access, or complex rigging can take a full day. We'll give you a realistic timeframe when we come out for your estimate.

Permit requirements vary by municipality within New Castle County. Some areas require permits for trees over a certain diameter or on protected parcels. We can walk you through the local requirements when we come out for your estimate so you're not caught off guard before work starts.

Yes. Brush clearance and hedge trimming are core parts of what we do. We handle overgrown hedges, fence-line brush, and dense vegetation on residential properties throughout New Castle County. Whether it's a single overgrown hedge or a full fence line, we have the equipment to get it done.