Tree Care in Portland, OR
From the West Hills to East Portland, we care for tight urban lots, heritage trees, and everything in between — with ISA-certified oversight on every job.
Trees in Portland
Portland's canopy is a mix of towering Douglas fir, bigleaf maple, and mature ornamentals planted decades ago when lots were larger. In neighborhoods like Irvington, Eastmoreland, and the West Hills, trees grow close to homes, power lines, and each other — which makes both preservation and removal genuinely technical work.
The city's tree code is one of the most detailed in Oregon. Street trees, heritage trees, and trees in environmental overlay zones all carry specific permit requirements. We help property owners navigate those rules before work begins, not after.
Tree Services in Portland
Tree Pruning
Structural and aesthetic pruning for health, clearance, and safety.
Tree Removal
Safe removal of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees — including crane-assisted.
Hazard Tree Assessment
ISA-certified evaluation of structural risk, disease, and failure potential.
Storm Response
24/7 emergency removal of storm-damaged, fallen, or leaning trees.
Stump Grinding
Complete stump removal below grade for a clean, plant-ready surface.
Plant Health Care
Deep-root fertilization, pest treatment, and proactive health programs.
Arborist Reports
Written ISA-certified condition assessments for permits and planning.
Tree Permits & Removal Rules in Portland
Portland's tree code (Title 11) regulates street trees, heritage trees, and trees in environmental overlay zones. A permit is required for most removals and major pruning of regulated trees. The city's Urban Forestry division administers permits and can require replacement plantings.
Portland Title 11 — TreesServing Portland Property Owners
Homeowners
From small Southeast bungalows to large West Hills lots, we handle the pruning, removal, and health care that Portland homes require.
HOAs
Multi-building communities across Portland trust us for scheduled maintenance, hazard assessments, and clear written service records.
Property Managers
We work with property management companies across the metro to keep portfolios compliant and budgets predictable.
Commercial Properties
Retail centers, office parks, and multi-family buildings across Portland rely on our commercial maintenance agreements.
Areas We Serve in Portland
Portland Tree Care Questions
In Portland, permit requirements depend on tree size, location (street tree vs. private), and whether the tree is in an environmental overlay zone. Street trees almost always require a permit from Urban Forestry. We help you determine which rules apply before scheduling work.
For most deciduous trees, dormant-season pruning (late fall through late winter) is ideal because the tree is not actively growing and disease pressure is lower. Douglas fir and other conifers can be pruned almost any time, though we avoid major work during extreme heat or heavy rain.
If a tree or large limb has fallen on a structure, walkway, or power line, call 911 or PGE first. Once the area is safe, call us for emergency response — we operate 24/7 and can stabilize or remove storm-damaged trees across the Portland metro.
Access is the biggest factor. Tight urban lots, narrow side yards, and trees over structures require more equipment and crew time. Tree size, species, condition, and whether a crane is needed all affect the final quote. We provide written estimates after an on-site assessment.
Get a Tree Assessment in Portland
ISA-certified arborist oversight on every project. Written estimates, clear service records, and crews that know Portland trees.