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Avatar for Pacific Arboriculture
Pacific Arboriculture
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pacific Arboriculture is so professional! From the first inspection, to the thorough written bid, to the scheduling and communication, and through to the execution of the contracted work, management and crew conducted themselves with absolute professionalism. Knowledgeable. As ISA-certified arborists, they knew all about my treesâ health and the best pruning and maintenance for the continued well-being, in spite of the treesâ problems. They guided me in making tree care decisions, putting my mind at ease by quelling potential hazards. Capable. You should see these guys climb trees! I have incredible respect for their agility, and their ability to make decisions when high up in the limbs, aiming for and achieving the right results. Conscientious. Every one of them were courteous, respectful and a pleasure to work with. Before they left, they cleaned up every limb and leaf, leaving my property in pristine condition. Appropriately-priced. I received a half-dozen recommendations and bids before making my choice. Pacific Arboriculture was the best choice for the above reasons, AND their pricing was appropriate and affordable. With my half-acre, heavily-treed property, I have finally found my forever arborists. I highly recommend them."
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+218

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Northwestern Tree Surgeons, Inc.
4.4(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very impressed with this company. They were professional and went over and beyond my expectations. They trimmed several trees and cut down a couple in my yard and did a great job. They also did a good job cleaning up. The quote was surprisingly fair, again exceeding my expectations. I would highly recommend them."
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
104 neighbors recently requested a quote
R&A TREE SERVICE LLC
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They gave me what I thought was a fair quote, they came out the next week and removed a 20ft tree from my front yard. I couldn't tell that they were there except for the stump left. They cleaned up the yard and I would recommend them. Customer service was excellent."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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The Treeman Generation LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service provided by The Treeman was safe and very professional! All proper equipment and techniques were used to rope down and remove a very large maple tree that was a hazard on my property. Very skilled and I highly recommend"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
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Arbor Barber Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving Lake Tapps, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Blake and the Arbor Barber team were fantastic! I had originally contacted four companies to provide me with estimates for cutting down two overgrown cherry trees. One company didn't show to provide an estimate and the remaining three were all within $50-$100 of each other. While Arbor Barber were the highest estimate, they were the company that I felt the most comfortable with. From the phone call with their office to schedule the appointment, to owner (Blake) that came to provide the estimate, to the crew that arrived to do the work, they were the most professional and friendly, and provided the most honest and pressure free estimate. The quality of the work was amazing, and I would recommend Arbor Barber to anyone that is looking for a fair and honest company to assist them with tree service."
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Response time1 day
Response rate99%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

While trees can grow in the curb strip between the sidewalk and the street, this placement often poses the problem of interfering with overhead power lines. It’s best to consult your local utility provider and tree planting service before transplanting a tree that might grow into power lines. Also, you should never work within 20 feet of a live power line to avoid the risk of electric shock. Tree branches should never touch nearby power lines, so it’s essential to ensure your tree isn’t in danger of growing too close to them.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

In the case that a tree is growing directly on your property line, the cost of maintaining the tree is shared and is the property of both owners in common. In this case, all decisions regarding the maintenance of the tree must be made jointly, and both parties must agree on a course of action. You will need to agree with your neighbor about the cutting of any roots before you carry it out, and your neighbor must also consult with you before doing any trimming. Coming to an agreement with your neighbor about any shared trees ahead of necessary trimming and maintenance will make this process much simpler.

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

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