Monkeyman’s Tree Service has been Portland’s most trusted tree care company since 2008 — ISA Certified, four-time Best of Portland award winner, and backed by 699+ five-star reviews. From the West Hills to East Portland, our certified arborist team serves every neighborhood in the city.
Local Experts. Licensed & Insured.
The trees in Portland are nothing short of beautiful. They create a wonderful environment for all Portland residents; it’s one of the biggest reasons we live here. That’s why Monkeyman’s provides a professional and affordable Portland tree service. Our tree service professionals are experienced in all facets of tree work. From tree pruning services to stump grinding and crane-assisted tree removals, Monkeyman’s Tree Service does it all at a price, you’ll be more than happy with.
When you do your research, you’ll find bids that are high, bids that are low, and bids that make you want to smack the person standing in front of you. Our Portland tree service bids are toward the affordable end of the spectrum; we believe in making tree service in Portland available to all that need it. We carry $1,000,000 of general liability insurance, a $20,000 Oregon bond, and complete worker’s compensation insurance on all of our employees for your protection. We adhere to ANSI A300 standards for safe tree removal and practice safety on every professional tree service in Portland.
Simply put, Monkeyman’s will give you the most affordable, safest, and highest-quality tree service for your money in Portland. Find out for yourself why others love Monkeyman’s Portland tree service.
Service Areas
Our tree removal and tree care teams can be found all over many Areasproviding the best in tree services, from the ground up.
Common Tree Removal Scenarios
A dead tree is one that has stopped producing leaves and lost the structure that kept it standing — and in Portland, decaying wood becomes a liability in the city’s periodic windstorms. As the trunk and roots rot, the tree can fail with little warning.
Dead trees attract pests and spread wood-decay fungi to nearby healthy trees, dragging down both safety and curb appeal.
Note that Portland requires a removal permit for trees 12 inches in diameter or larger and mandates replanting. Monkeyman’s office team handles the Urban Forestry process so a dead tree is removed correctly and in compliance.
An overgrown tree is a healthy tree that has outgrown its space, pushing into rooflines, utilities, or a neighbor’s property. Portland’s tree-friendly climate pushes trees past their boundaries quickly.
When a tree threatens a structure or crosses a property line, the owner is responsible for safe removal, and roots can disturb foundations and sidewalks before the canopy looks like a problem.
Because the city protects its canopy, removing an overgrown tree 12″ DBH or larger requires a permit and replanting — Monkeyman’s manages both, and recommends pruning where it solves the issue.
A diseased tree carries an infection that weakens it from the inside, and it can look healthy while it’s hollow underneath. In Portland’s wet environment, root rot, heart rot, and Verticillium wilt are all common.
Heart rot in particular often goes unnoticed until a tree is already a removal candidate, and infections can spread to surrounding vegetation.
Monkeyman’s ISA Certified Arborists diagnose the disease, navigate the city’s permit and replanting requirements, and remove trees that can’t be saved — treating first whenever it’s viable.
A storm-damaged tree has been cracked, split, uprooted, or partly destroyed by wind, ice, or debris. Portland’s ice storms leave cracked, split, and leaning trees citywide.
As a guideline, more than 50% crown loss usually means removal, though a vigorous tree that kept its leader can often recover.
Importantly, Portland can require a permit even for storm-downed tree removal — including retroactively — so it’s wise to use a service that handles the Urban Forestry process for you. Monkeyman’s does exactly that.
Emergency tree removal is the 24/7 response needed when a tree has fallen, or is about to, onto a home, vehicle, road, or power line. These removals are dangerous and call for a careful, experienced crew.
For high-risk jobs, Monkeyman’s brings in a crane through our Smith Crane partnership to control the hazard and prevent sudden movement mid-cut.
When a tree falls on a Portland property, we respond day or night and manage the city’s emergency-removal permitting so the cleanup is handled correctly.
View clearing is the selective removal or pruning of trees blocking a scenic sightline. Portland’s hills offer some of the best views in the region, from the West Hills to the bluffs above the Willamette.
Because the obstructing trees usually grow on a slope below the view, the work is technical — and permit-sensitive given the city’s 12″ DBH threshold.
Monkeyman’s plans every cut to open your view while keeping you compliant with the city’s tree code and preserving the trees that anchor your landscape.
Lot clearing is the systematic removal of trees and vegetation to prepare a site for construction or grading. Portland’s infill development almost always starts with tree removal.
Larger jobs may use a track hoe or bulldozer, with trees removed in sections where they can’t be felled directly.
Because the city’s canopy rules and replanting requirements make compliance essential, Monkeyman’s clears residential and commercial lots and manages the permits and mitigation for you.
Why Choose Monkeyman’s
Homeowners in Portland trust Monkeyman’s Tree Service for reliable tree care, safe workmanship, and professional service that protects their property.
We follow a simple process to deliver safe, efficient, and professional tree care.
STEP 01
Free estimate
STEP 02
Site inspection
STEP 03
Service recommendation
STEP 04
Safe work
STEP 05
Full cleanup
STEP 06
Final review
FAQ
In most cases, yes. You will need a permit to remove a tree in the city of Portland.
Click here to find permits by city.
During your estimate, we will evaluate your trees and discuss the scope of work – whether that involves removal, pruning, or plant healthcare. We’ll assess the condition of your tree(s), surrounding terrain, accessibility, and any equipment that may be required to safely complete your project.
We will then provide a detailed estimate outlining the recommended services and total cost. Our team is always available to answer questions, provide clarification, and help you fully understand your proposal so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.
Yes. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured for both residential and commercial tree work.
We are happy to provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) upon request. You may also verify our licensing through the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) by searching our license number: #206934.
The cost of a tree removal can vary based on several factors, including the size and species of the tree, its condition, location, and accessibility. We also consider what’s surrounding the tree – such as structures, landscaping, or utilities – that may require protection and more advanced rigging techniques or specialized equipment.
Because every project is unique, we perform on-site inspections before providing an estimate. This allows us to deliver pricing that is accurate, transparent, and tailored to the specific scope of work.
An 80ft tree sandwiched between two homes on a cliff side containing 18 bees nests is going to cost a bit more than a 10ft apple tree in the middle of a field (and no bee nests).
The time it takes to remove a tree depends on many of the same factors that influence cost, including the size and species of the tree, its condition, location, and accessibility.
Many smaller or more straightforward removals can be completed in can be removed, chipped, and hauled away in 3-6 hours, while larger or more complex removals may take a day or two.
Either way, we’ll provide you with a clear timeframe for your specific project so you know what to expect before work begins.
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.
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