Seattle Tree Service

Though the Seattle landscape is most well known by outsiders for the Space Needle, and most celebrated by natives for its beautiful place among the lakes and mountains that surround the city on all sides, the city wouldn't be nearly as beautiful without the trees that adorn both the city proper and the outlying areas. Seattle homes, too, frequently use trees for landscaping and curb appeal. In fact, a few well-placed trees are among the more underestimating factors when it comes to the property value of your home. Well-maintained trees are one of your home's greatest assets, and cannot be simply replaced in a week or even a month.

Other trees, however, can be a nuisance. It may also be necessary to remove ailing or diseased trees before they become an even larger problem. Whatever your Seattle tree service needs, ServiceMagic can help you find the right contractor for the job. We've recently helped homeowners in Bellevue, Kirkland, Issaquah, Renton, and throughout the greater Seattle area.

Seattle Tree Removal Permits and the Seattle Government
You may or may not need a tree removal permit to fell a tree in the Seattle area. Local ordinances can vary outside the city limits. The size, placement, and species of tree will also determine the amount of paperwork you'll need to fill out. If you have a tree that is designated as a "heritage" tree, you may, in fact, not be allowed to remove it from your property. Other services related to tree removal can get even more complicated.

If you have an emergency situation involving fallen tree limbs blocking your sidewalk, street, or alleyway, for example, you need to talk to Seattle Street Maintenance. Trees growing into overhead power lines are serviced by Seattle City Lights Vegetation Management. Overgrown vegetation blocking sidewalks, issues with trees growing adjacent to parks or greenbelts, and zoning and eco-friendly issues are all serviced by various government agencies. The Seattle Department of Transportation is a good starting place, as they can direct you to a number of different governing agencies.

Other Seattle Tree Services
Other than tree removal, tree trimming, stump removal, and treating a damaged tree are among the other common Seattle tree services. Tree trimming can mean a number of different things, depending on the size and type of tree you have. Large trees can require some fairly heavy-duty equipment to do right, and professional contractors will have this equipment along with the knowledge about specifically where, how, and to what extent to trim your trees. Many homeowners are surprised by just how much a professional will trim, but are pleasantly surprised by new growth that ensues in a matter of weeks. If you're unsure about your tree or the services you need, a number of different local contractors can give you invaluable advice that will ensure the continued well being of this landscaping asset.

Cost of Tree Service and Tree Trimming in Seattle, WA
The nature of your tree services will also determine the cost. Basic tree trimming services will generally run a few hundred dollars or less. Comprehensive tree removal will cost more along the lines of a thousand dollars, give or take, depending on the size and placement of the tree. Tree trimming is often farmed out by homeowners who don't have the time, the equipment, or the expertise for the project. Tree removal, however, should not attempted by anyone except a licensed professional. Before you settle on a final cost, be sure to determine whether or not the estimate includes hauling away any excess limbs and debris.