ISA-CERTIFIED ARBORISTS · SERVING TACOMA & PIERCE COUNTY SINCE 2010
Tacoma Tree Service
Removal, trimming & 24/7 emergency tree care from Tacoma’s most trusted arborists.
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Tree Work in Tacoma
Tacoma Tree Service From ISA Certified Arborists
Tacoma takes a lighter touch than Seattle with trees on private property: the city says it generally has no ordinance regulating tree cutting on private lots. The exceptions are the ones that catch people out — trees in or near critical areas, and any tree in the planting strip, which needs a free city permit before it can be pruned or removed.
That may change. Tacoma’s Tree and Landscape Code Update is weighing tree retention standards for private property, with council adoption expected in early-to-mid 2027. The city’s canopy sits around 20% against a goal of 30% by 2030, and remnants of the native Garry oak habitat that once dominated parts of the city still survive in places like Oak Tree Park. Our ISA Certified Arborists will tell you what applies to your lot — in a free written estimate, before anything is booked.
What We Do
Our Tree Services in Tacoma
Know the Rules
Tacoma’s Tree Rules in Plain English
In Tacoma, the rules turn on where a tree stands rather than how big it is. From the City of Tacoma’s tree permit guidance and its street tree rules:
Not sure whether your tree sits in a critical area or the right-of-way? We’ll check during a free on-site inspection. Our permit guide compares Tacoma with Seattle, Bellevue, Everett and other nearby cities.
Why Homeowners Choose Us
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Tacoma Neighborhoods & Surrounding Areas We Serve
Our ISA-certified arborists cover the entire city — from Downtown Tacoma and the North End to South Tacoma and Northeast Tacoma — plus the surrounding Pierce County communities.
Inside Tacoma
Tacoma Tree Service FAQ
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Tacoma?
For most yard trees, no — the City of Tacoma says it generally has no ordinance regulating tree cutting on private property. You do need a permit if the tree is in or near a critical area (TMC 13.11), and for any tree in the planting strip (TMC 9.20).
What about the tree between the sidewalk and the street?
That’s a street tree. Under TMC 9.20, pruning or removing one needs a free city permit, and only the abutting property owner or their agent can apply. Removals are limited to set categories such as hazardous trees, require a replacement tree, and are posted for 14 days.
Will Tacoma start regulating trees on private property?
Possibly. The Tree and Landscape Code Update is considering tree retention standards for private property, including outside development. The city says no decisions have been made, and council adoption is expected in early-to-mid 2027.
Who do I call if a tree brings down a power line?
Call 911 for a downed line and stay well away from it. Tacoma Power’s outage line is 253-502-8602. Once the line is safe, we can clear the tree — call us 24/7 at (425) 584-1233, and see our guide to what to do when a tree comes down.
Does Tacoma Power trim trees near power lines?
Yes. Tacoma Power trims along each circuit on a four-year cycle, and takes questions about trees near its lines at 253-502-8729.
Do you offer free estimates in Tacoma?
Yes — free on-site inspections and written estimates, including a check on whether your tree sits in a critical area or the right-of-way.
Ready for Expert Tree Care in Tacoma?
Call (425) 584-1233 or request your free estimate online — available 24/7.
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