Christmas Tree Removal

In most states, it is illegal to burn a Christmas tree. Even if it isn’t illegal in your state, burning a Christmas tree isn’t the best idea. Most Christmas trees – especially Pine trees – have naturally sappy wood. Pine and other sappy hardwoods let off a lot of thick smoke when they’re burned, which is bad for your lungs and the air.

Natural trees are recyclable and can be chipped into mulch to be used in gardens and other landscaping projects. When removing the tree from your home, make sure to take off the old ornaments, tinsel and lights. If you used a tree bag, simply remove the tree skirt, disconnect the tree from the tree stand, lift the bag up over the tree and remove it from the base. If you want help with getting rid of an old Christmas tree, LoadUp offers nationwide, in-home Christmas tree removal services.

Artificial trees aren’t usually recyclable, but some cities have centers where you can drop them off. However, it’s better for the environment to sell or donate your artificial Christmas tree, when possible.

Traditionally, people take down and throw out their old Christmas trees on January 5th, the 12th night after Christmas Day. However, if your tree is dry and losing needles easily, it’s time to let go.

Yes! When you schedule Christmas tree or other junk removal service from LoadUp, you can leave your unwanted stuff at the curb and we’ll pick it up for less. Not only will you get $5 off curbside junk removal services, but we’ll pick up your Christmas tree for free when you schedule 2 or more items for junk pickup December 26th – January 1st!

Unfortunately, most recycling centers do not recycle artificial Christmas trees. If you don’t want to put your tree in storage for next year, you can give it away, sell it, donate it to local charities, or upcycle it into wreaths, napkin rings, or, lastly, throw it in the trash.

Start decluttering after the holidays by taking down your Christmas tree and all other decorations right after the New Year. While you’re putting away gifts, get rid of anything that a gift may have replaced. Then go through closets and remove any clothing that you no longer want. Sort through kids toys and make piles for donation and trash. Finally, go through the pantry and fridge and discard any old or expired items.

Once you’ve gotten things put into trash piles, book a junk removal service like LoadUp. We’ll pick up all your unwanted clutter from anywhere in your home and haul it away for proper disposal. Declutter your home for the holidays with LoadUp!

Live Christmas trees should be recycled and chipped for mulch. Check with your city about specific dates and drop off locations for recycling your Christmas tree near you. You’ll have to haul it yourself, so get there early – there tend to be long lines.

If you don’t want to deal with sharp, dry pine needles and wait times for Christmas tree disposal, LoadUp offers convenient, in-home junk removal service for your Christmas tree and any other unwanted items. We offer free Christmas tree pickup and haul away from anywhere in your home when you schedule 2 or more removal items for junk removal services Dec 26th – Jan 1st! Learn more here.