[recycled sixtie]

I used to cut down trees when they were smaller and I was younger. If you have experience, the right equipment such as a harness then okay. If you have any doubt about it get it professionally done. If you are not sure your heart will be in your mouth and things can go terribly wrong such as hurting yourself or damage to property(I have done the latter).

You might get lucky and things go okay. But on the other hand for peace of mind get a couple of quotes(referrals?) and hire somebody(insured). Life for me is too short to take these kind of chances. Should not be too much money.