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Trusted tree care from Portland’s top-rated arborists, serving your neighborhood since 2008
Professional Tree Care Services
Monkeyman’s Tree Service is a licensed tree care company (Oregon CCB #206934) based in Lake Oswego that has served the Portland metro area since 2008. Our ISA Certified Arborists handle tree trimming and pruning, tree removal, stump grinding, brush removal, land clearing, plant health care and 24-hour storm emergencies for homes and businesses within 25 miles of Portland. We are a four-time Best of Portland winner (2019–2022) with 868 Google reviews.
Every job starts with an on-site visit from a Certified Arborist, who checks the tree’s health and risk, explains your options and gives you a written estimate. If your city requires a tree permit, we tell you before any work is scheduled.
Most young trees benefit from structural pruning every 2–3 years, and most mature trees every 3–5 years, depending on species and site. Pruning follows the ANSI A300 standard, and we remove no more than needed to keep the tree healthy and safe. Services you can receive from Monkeyman's Tree Service throughout the Portland and surrounding areas are tree trimming and pruning services. A nice and healthy tree will continue to grow over the years. While this can look nice and provide shade for your property and outdoor space, eventually, it will look overgrown, and some branches could even pose a safety hazard. When this occurs, receiving a tree trimming service is a good idea. The team from Monkeyman's Tree Service will carefully trim the branches and leaves to make the tree look its best.
While a healthy tree can live for a very long time, there are situations in which a tree could get sick or damaged and needs to be replaced. When a tree is old and sick, it could start to lose all of its leaves and bark. There will also be less structural integrity, and it is far more likely to fall or lose big branches in a storm. When this happens in your home, Monkeyman's Tree Service can safely cut down the tree and remove the stump and all branches.
An ISA Certified Arborist has passed the International Society of Arboriculture exam and keeps up continuing education in tree biology, pruning and safety. Our team includes owner Chris Ruvalcaba (ISA PN-9560AT, Tree Risk Assessment Qualified) and Josh Goode, an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (MA 5752B), the highest ISA credential.
When you need tree trimming services in the Portland, OR area, it would be wise to call the team with Monkeyman's Tree Service. These professionals have been serving the community since 2008 and have a team of dedicated and experienced professionals. They can offer all the tree care services you need to help keep the trees healthy and strong and looking their best. Call the company today to learn more about all the services they can provide and to schedule an in-home consultation.
Since 2008, we’ve delivered full-spectrum tree care with expert precision, deep respect for nature, and an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and personal growth – for our clients, employees, and community.
Uplifting lives and landscapes through purpose, growth, and service.
Guided by integrity, gratitude, and relentless pursuit of excellence.
Experienced, licensed professionals dedicated to precision and safety.
We use sustainable methods and organic care products every time.
our Services
Our Portland arborists provide residential and commercial tree services. Take a look at which Portland tree services our experienced team can help you with us.
| Problem | Service | What’s included |
|---|---|---|
| Overgrown or low branches | Tree pruning | Crown cleaning, thinning, raising, ANSI A300 cuts, cleanup |
| Dead, dying or dangerous tree | Tree removal | Risk check, permit guidance, removal, haul-away |
| Leftover stump | Stump grinding | Grinding below grade, chip cleanup |
| Tree down after a storm | Emergency tree service | Hazard removal from homes, roads and driveways |
| Overgrown lot or blackberries | Brush removal / land clearing | Ground crews, chippers, dump trucks |
| Yellow leaves, pests, disease | Diagnosing plant problems | Arborist diagnosis, organic plant health care |
Trusted by Portland Homeowners
Welcome to Monkeyman’s Tree Service in Portland, Oregon. Simply put, we provide the best tree services in Portland and the surrounding area. Our reputation is something that we work hard to build each and every time we go out on a job. We do everything possible to go the extra mile, to provide you with the absolute best tree care in the industry, and truly leave you impressed with our service. That’s why we hold 868 Google reviews and won Best of Portland four years running.
Our loyal customers continuously recommend us because of our consistent quality, professionalism, and commitment to five-star results.
From trimming to removals, we handle it all. Certified arborists, top equipment, and local expertise make us stand out.
Four-time winners of Portland’s Best Tree Service. Our recognition reflects dedication, sustainability, and client satisfaction.
The Experts Behind the Excellence
Our passionate crew of certified arborists, climbers, and tree care specialists bring decades of skill, safety, and dedication to every job.
Chris Ruvalcaba
Owner / President
Katie Fisher
Office Manager
Alicia Valdez
Assistant Office Manager
Hannah Ruvalcaba
Office Administrator
David Krone
Consulting Arborist
Patrick Todd
General Foreman
Josh Goode
Plant Healthcare Manager & Consulting Arborist
Marcus Turner
Crew Member
Nelson Dreese
Crew Lead
Brooks Schaper
Crew Leader
Donald Wallace
Safety Coordinator and Climber
Tyler Allison
Lead Groundsman
Andrew Baxter
Crew Member
Gavin Walberg
Crew Member
Stephen Lamsen
Crew Member
Michael Maestas
Climber and Groundsman
Brandon Weaver
Climber and Groundsman
Anthony Descriscio
Climber and Groundsman
Jeff Shannon
Facilities Supervisor & Stump Grinding Technician
Charles McPhereson
Equipment Operator, Stump Grinding Technician
Tony Ruvalcaba
Facilities Supervisor
Real Stories, Real Satisfaction
From emergency removals to expert pruning, our customers trust Monkeyman’s Tree Service for fast, friendly, and flawless results, every time.
Service Areas
Our tree removal and tree care teams can be found all over the Portland Metro Area providing the best in tree services, from the ground up. We serve 23 cities within 25 miles of Portland, from Hillsboro to Happy Valley and Newberg to Troutdale.
Expert Tree Services
At Monkeyman’s Tree Service we’ve seen it all, and that means our team is equipped to handle everything from routine tree trimming to emergency hazard tree removal. We provide comprehensive tree trimming, tree removal, transplanting, storm damage cleanup, mulching, land and lot clearing, organic plant health care, Certified Arborist reports and evaluations, as well as brush removal and land management services. We can have your landscape looking its best in no time. Our services are available throughout the Portland area. On the east side of the Portland area, we provide tree services to Clackamas, Oregon City, Milwaukie, Gladstone, and West Linn. In the western region of Portland, we service Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin / Sherwood, and Wilsonville. To put it simply, if you are within 25 miles of Portland we can help you with the best tree services available.
Tree trimming, stump grinding, mulching, and full land clearing - done right the first time.
Rapid response crews for storm damage, falling limbs, and hazard tree removal.
We proudly serve homeowners and businesses throughout a 25-mile radius of Portland - from Beaverton and Lake Oswego on the west side to Clackamas and Happy Valley on the east.
Voted Portland’s Best Tree Service
Winner of Best Tree Service in Portland Award 4 Years Running!!
Our team’s dedication to excellence has earned us the Best of Portland 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 in the tree service category. It takes a committed team from all corners of our company to be recognized for this award. Our timely communication with our customers and our adherence to strict agricultural standards (including the use of biodegradable lubricants and organic plant health care treatments) come full circle with this award. We are very proud to be able to offer all of our customers the best tree service company in Portland, OR! We look forward to another year of serving the Portland metro area. When you need a professional Certified Arborist in Portland, Oregon, rely on the best from Monkeyman’s Tree Service.
By the Numbers
Real results, real impact – see how Monkeyman’s Tree Service has helped trees, properties, and people throughout the region.
294
Hazard trees removed in 2025
1,284
Trees saved with pruning and plant health care in 2025
7,495
Customers served since 2008
Figures from our job records for 2025; 868 Google reviews and counting.
ESTABLISHMENTS
Our arborists in Portland, Oregon are trusted to complete commercial jobs by these establishments and more
FAQ
Often, yes. Most cities in the Portland metro area regulate tree removal, and street trees in the public right-of-way almost always need a permit before pruning or removal. Rules differ by city, and a permit must be approved before work is scheduled. In Portland, contact Urban Forestry at (503) 823-8733. Our permit page lists the office for each city we serve.
We serve 23 cities within 25 miles of Portland, Oregon, including Portland, Lake Oswego, Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, West Linn, Wilsonville, Hillsboro, Oregon City, Happy Valley, Milwaukie and Troutdale.
Yes. Our team includes several ISA Certified Arborists and Josh Goode, an ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (MA 5752B). Owner Chris Ruvalcaba is an ISA Certified Arborist (PN-9560AT) and Tree Risk Assessment Qualified.
Yes. We are licensed with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board, CCB #206934, which requires contractors to carry a bond and liability insurance.
The price depends on the tree’s height and diameter, how close it is to buildings or power lines, access for equipment, and whether you want the stump ground and wood hauled away. A Certified Arborist gives you a free written estimate after seeing the tree.
Yes. We remove storm-damaged and fallen trees from homes, driveways and roads across the Portland metro area. Call (503) 358-8754 for emergency help.
Yes. Our stump grinders range from small handheld units to one of the largest machines on the market, so we can grind stumps in tight backyards and on large lots.
