The Tree Nobody Else Will Touch.
When a tree is too close to your house, over your pool, tangled in power lines, or has no safe drop zone — that's not an impossible job. That's a crane job. Schade's has been handling the removals other crews walk away from for 19 years.
When Ground Work Isn't Enough
Our crane lifts entire sections straight up and out — no felling direction needed, no drop zone required. It's the only safe solution for certain trees.
Most tree companies call it impossible and leave. We bring the equipment to do it right — safely, cleanly, and without touching a thing you want kept.
Six Situations That Require a Crane — Not Just a Ladder
Standard tree removal works most of the time. These situations are the exception — and getting them wrong can cost far more than the job.
Tree Too Close to Your Home
When there's no room to fell the tree in any direction without hitting your house, garage, or fence — a crane lifts each section straight up and away. No guesswork. No risk.
Trees Over Pools or Finished Landscaping
You've invested in that backyard. We won't drag a massive oak across your patio or drop sections into your pool deck. The crane removes it overhead without touching the surface below.
Entangled in Power Lines
Trees grown into or hanging over utility lines require a controlled lift-and-remove — not a chainsaw and a hope. Our crane service allows precise section removal with zero contact with lines.
Storm-Damaged or Unstable Trees
A tree that's been cracked, split, or partially uprooted by a storm is unpredictable. Ground-level removal can trigger a fall you can't control. The crane removes sections while our crew stays at a safe distance.
Blocked Access — No Drop Zone
Narrow side yards, driveways, and tight urban lots leave no room to work from the ground. A crane reaches over obstacles and places sections exactly where they need to go.
Large-Diameter Trees with No Room to Fall
A 70-foot oak in a tight suburban yard has nowhere to go. Rather than risking a partial-fell or a controlled fall gone wrong, we take it in sections — each one lifted out clean.
Not Sure If You Need a Crane?
That's exactly why our estimates are free. We come out, look at the actual tree and your actual yard, and give you an honest recommendation. If crane service isn't necessary, we'll tell you — and price the standard removal instead. No upsell. No pressure.
What Happens on a Crane Tree Removal Day
Crane jobs are more complex than standard removals — but from your perspective, the experience is the same: a professional crew arrives, the tree comes down safely, and your yard ends up clean.
Free On-Site Assessment
We come out and evaluate the tree in person — its location, size, lean, root condition, and proximity to structures. We assess whether crane service is the right call, and if so, plan the crane placement and rigging approach.
Crane Setup & Property Protection
On job day, our crew arrives with the crane and rigging equipment. We position the crane for optimal reach and access, and protect your driveway, lawn, and landscaping before any cutting begins. Your yard is treated like it's our own.
Section-by-Section Lift Removal
The climber secures rigging to each section before cutting. The crane holds the weight as the cut is made — each piece is lifted cleanly out and placed in the designated drop zone. No sections fall. No surprises.
Complete Cleanup — Every Chip, Every Branch
Once the tree is down, we chip and haul all debris. Your lawn, driveway, and garden are cleaned and raked. We don't leave until you've walked the yard and signed off. Payment due on completion only.
Crane Removal vs. Conventional Removal
For most jobs, standard removal is faster and more affordable. But for the wrong tree in the wrong situation, "cheaper" can mean a fallen section through your roof.
Conventional Ground Removal
- Lower cost for most standard jobs
- Works well when there's a clear fall zone
- Ideal for open yards with easy access
- Risky when tree is close to structures
- Limited precision on large or unstable trees
- Can't remove trees with no fall direction
- Potential for property damage if miscalculated
Crane Tree Removal
- Every section controlled from the moment of cut
- No fall zone required — lifts straight up and out
- Safe for trees adjacent to homes, fences, pools
- Handles storm-damaged and unstable trees safely
- Works in narrow lots and tight urban locations
- Faster overall when access is difficult
- Same full cleanup standard — no extra charge
Crane Work Requires a Crew You Can Trust on Your Property
Crane tree removal is more involved than a standard job — which means experience matters even more. Our crew brings 60 combined years of tree service to every crane removal. We're licensed, insured, and we run a drug-free workplace. When we're on your property with a crane, you know exactly who you're dealing with.
We've been doing this in North Royalton and greater Cleveland since 2006. We don't subcontract. The crew that shows up is our crew — trained, accountable, and treating your yard like it's our own.
- Price confirmed before work begins — no crane-day surprises
- Your property protected throughout — lawn, driveway, garden
- Full debris cleanup included — not an add-on
- Payment on completion only — you decide when the job's done right
- Family-owned business — we answer the phone ourselves
Why We Handle Jobs Others Won't
19 Years in Business
Founded 2006 in North Royalton. Serving greater Cleveland ever since.
60 Years Combined Experience
Our crew has seen every tree situation across Northeast Ohio.
Licensed, Insured & Drug-Free
Full documentation provided before any crane job begins.
Family Owned — Not a Franchise
When you hire Schade's, our crew shows up. No subcontractors.
10,000+ Customers Served
Across North Royalton, Cleveland, and all of Northeast Ohio.
"We had a massive oak that had split down the middle in a storm — one half was hanging directly over our roof. Three companies came out and said they couldn't do it safely. Schade's came out the next morning with a crane and had it down in a few hours. The yard was cleaner when they left than before the storm hit."
Crane Tree Removal — Your Questions Answered
How much does crane tree removal cost in North Royalton and Cleveland?
Crane tree removal is more involved than standard removal, so the cost is higher — but it varies significantly based on the tree's size, location, access for the crane, and how many sections need to be removed. We can't give an accurate price without seeing the actual tree. Our estimates are free, and we'll give you a clear price before any work begins. No commitment required. Call us at (440) 882-3838 or request an estimate online.
How do I know if I need crane tree service or standard removal?
The short answer: let us come out and tell you. Crane service is necessary when a tree has no safe fall direction — when it's too close to a structure, over a pool or finished landscaping, entangled in utility lines, or is storm-damaged and unpredictable. If there's a question in your mind about whether the tree can come down conventionally without risk to your property, that's worth an on-site assessment. If standard removal works, we'll use it and charge accordingly.
Is crane tree removal available for emergency situations?
Yes. We take emergency tree service calls 24/7 — including storm-damage situations that require crane removal. If a tree has come down on your home or is hanging over your roof and conventional removal isn't safe, call us at (440) 882-3838 and we'll assess whether crane service is needed and respond accordingly. Emergency crane availability depends on current demand, but we prioritize safety hazards.
Will crane equipment damage my driveway or lawn?
Property protection is a core part of every Schade's job — crane jobs included. We plan the crane placement before we arrive, and we use ground protection equipment where needed to minimize any impact on your driveway or lawn. We discuss the setup with you during the estimate so there are no surprises. Our 19-year standard: we leave your property in the same or better condition than we found it.
Does crane tree removal service include debris cleanup?
Always. Cleanup is not an optional add-on — it's part of every job. All wood sections, branches, chips, and sawdust are removed and hauled away. We rake the work area clean and won't leave until your yard looks the way it should. That's been our standard for 19 years and over 10,000 customers. Payment is due on completion only — after you've confirmed the yard is right.
What areas do you serve for crane tree service near me?
We're based in North Royalton and serve all of greater Cleveland — including Parma, Parma Heights, Broadview Heights, Strongsville, Berea, Middleburg Heights, Brunswick, Westlake, North Olmsted, Olmsted Falls, and surrounding communities. If you're not sure if we cover your area, call us at (440) 882-3838 — we'll let you know right away.
Crane Service Across Greater Cleveland
Based in North Royalton — serving all of Northeast Ohio.
That Tree Isn't Impossible. It's a Crane Job.
If another crew walked away from your tree, call us. We come out, we assess honestly, and we tell you what it would take to do it right. Free estimate. No obligation.