Professional Tree Care Built on Science, Safety & Integrity
Being a certified arborist means giving you the straight facts: an honest assessment, a fair price, and the precision it takes to make a dangerous job safe.
Ten-plus years serving the Puget Sound, one tree at a time.
If your trees need care, we’ll be there.
Certified Arborists You Can Trust
Led by an ISA Certified Arborist with hands-on experience across the greater Seattle area, we pair arboricultural science with the kind of judgment that only comes from climbing thousands of Pacific Northwest trees.
- Science-backed tree care methods
- Fully licensed, bonded, certified & insured
- Fair, honest pricing with no hidden fees
- 10+ years serving Seattle communities
Led by Zach McCurry, ISA Certified Arborist (Cert. #PN-10373A).
Comprehensive Tree Care Services
From routine maintenance to emergency response, we provide complete tree care solutions from residential to commercial properties across the Puget Sound region.
Ready to care for your trees?
Free, no-obligation estimate from a certified arborist.
Serving the Greater Seattle Area
From Seattle to Snohomish, we’re proud to serve homeowners and businesses throughout the Puget Sound region. Our local knowledge of Pacific Northwest tree species and climate conditions means we understand exactly what your trees need to thrive. Click any area below for local service details.
Our Service Areas:
Why Homeowners Choose Emerald Arbor Care
Science-Backed Methods
Every recommendation is grounded in arboricultural science, not guesswork.
Honest Pricing
Fair value estimates with no hidden fees. We’ll only recommend what your trees actually need.
10+ Years Experience
Over a decade in the Puget Sound’s climate and soil means we’ve handled just about everything a PNW tree can throw at us.
What Seattle Homeowners Are Saying
★★★★★ 5.0 rating from real Google reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does tree removal cost in Seattle?
Tree removal in the Seattle area typically runs anywhere from about $170 for a small tree to well over $2,000 for a large, hazardous, or hard-to-access removal. The exact price depends on tree size, condition, proximity to structures or power lines, and whether permits are required. See our tree removal page or full Seattle tree removal cost guide for a detailed breakdown, or request a free on-site estimate.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Seattle?
It depends on the tree’s size, species, and location. Many cities in the Puget Sound region, including Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Issaquah, Burien, Shoreline, and Edmonds, regulate removal of significant or protected trees. See our tree removal permits guide for details on what triggers a permit requirement, or we can review your specific tree and property before any work begins.
How do I know if my tree needs to come down?
Not every damaged, leaning, or diseased tree needs to be removed; many can be safely pruned, cabled, or monitored instead. An ISA Certified Arborist evaluates factors like structural defects, decay, lean, root health, and what the tree could hit if it failed before recommending removal versus mitigation. We provide honest, no-pressure assessments so you’re never sold work you don’t need.
Are you licensed, insured, and ISA certified?
Yes. Emerald Arbor Care is led by Zachary McCurry, an ISA Certified Arborist (Cert. #PN-10373A), and we are fully licensed, bonded, and insured for residential and commercial tree work throughout the Puget Sound region.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Seattle, West Seattle, South Seattle, Ballard, Bellevue, Edmonds, Shoreline, Issaquah, Snohomish, Gig Harbor, SeaTac, Burien, Renton, Mercer Island, Mountlake Terrace, Everett, Marysville, Lynnwood, Lake Stevens, and the surrounding Puget Sound region. See our full list of service areas above for local details.
Ready to Care for Your Trees?
Get a free, no-obligation quote from our certified arborists. We’ll assess your trees and provide honest recommendations based on their actual needs.