Veteran owned & operated · Licensed ARBORL*771RD · Snohomish County, WA
Veteran owned & operated · Licensed ARBORL*771RD · Snohomish County, WA 24/7 emergency response
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Our Services

Tree Trimming & Pruning

Arbor Vet Tree Service provides professional tree trimming and pruning to keep your trees healthy, safe, and well shaped throughout Snohomish County. Our licensed crew tailors every trim to the tree’s specific needs and growth pattern.

A good trim does more than clean things up. It shapes how a tree grows for years to come.

How we approach every cut

Before any branch comes off, our crew looks at the tree's overall structure, growth pattern, and health to decide which cuts will do the most good. Each cut is made at the proper point on the branch to help the tree heal cleanly and avoid unnecessary stress.

What pruning actually fixes

Pruning removes dead, damaged, or crossing branches that can weaken a tree or create hazards during storms. It also opens up the canopy for better airflow and sunlight, which supports stronger growth and can reduce the risk of disease.

Timing

Certain trims are best done during dormant seasons, while others can be handled anytime a hazard or overgrowth needs attention. We help you plan trimming around your tree's species and condition rather than a one size fits all schedule.

Common questions

How often should my trees be trimmed?

Most trees benefit from trimming every one to three years, though the right schedule depends on the species and its growth rate. Trees near structures or power lines may need more frequent attention.

Will trimming harm my tree?

No, proper trimming actually supports a tree’s long term health when it’s done correctly. Our crew uses techniques that help the tree heal quickly and continue growing strong.

Other services

Sometimes a tree is beyond saving, whether from disease, storm damage, or structural instability, and trimming alone won’t solve the problem. When that’s the case, our crew can safely remove the tree and clear the area, giving you a clean start for whatever comes next.

A tree that’s been removed can still leave a stump behind that gets in the way of mowing, planting, or everyday yard use. We grind stumps down below the surface so your landscaping can move forward without obstruction.

Storm damage doesn’t stick to a schedule, and broken or hanging limbs can turn into serious hazards fast. Our crew is available day or night to respond and secure your property when trees or limbs come down unexpectedly.

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Recent Work Around the County

Testimonials

What neighbors say

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Evan Heald
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Thomas seems very knowledgeable when it comes to tree work and educated me quite a bit on tree health and how to decide what to do with the neglected trees on our property. I appreciated that he was very communicative and kept us in the loop throughout the process. He and his crew removed a number of trees and limbed and pruned the ones that we were able to keep. It was a decent sized job and he and his hard-working crew were at our place for 4 days, even putting in some extra effort in order to adhere to the timeline that he had estimated. Overall we were happy with the work that was done, the price, and the ease of working with Arbor Vet tree service and we will likely have them back in a few years to help us keep things healthy
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Ken Anderson
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This was a yard makeover. My yard was planed 40 years ago and has grown great. I was having trouble keeping all the plants pruned and I had two trees close too the house that needed to be removed. We also had 7 other trees that in needed of pruning. This took 2 days to get the yard in shape and when all the work was done it looks great. The trees that were removed and chipped up filled the back of their truck. I can see the road and parking area the mailbox again which makes me happy.
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Kathy Wartelle
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Arbor Vet Tree Service responded quickly to my request for a quote and was able to come out the next morning to do the work. The owner and crew are so kind and professional. They did an excellent job cutting down some trees and pruning the rest. All disposed and cleaned up thoroughly. Thanks for the great work--highly recommend!
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R Vance Nesbitt
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The Arbor Vet Tree Service Team was fantastic, no other way to describe this Team. They did what they said they would do and then some. Trees look fantastic and with the way they trimmed them up the wind will blow less tree parts into the yard when big wind storms hit. Ignore the rest, call these guys!
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Brittney Higgins
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Efficient, thorough and clean work. Nice and friendly guys. Gladly recommend Arbor Tree Service.
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Paula Weber
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Team was very professional and on time. Team helped us make the best decision for our yard and our trees.
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RD LaBay
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Thank you Arbor vet tree service for your help this weekend. They came out within an hour for an emergent, highly dangerous tree removal. We had a large maple split leaving half standing in lots of wind. Brought it down saving all of our structures from any damage.
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Robert Duignan
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The Arbor Vet crew did a great job trimming 4 trees in my yard. Showed up right on time and did a very professional job. They made sure I got exactly what I wanted. My first experience with them and I'll be sure to use them again to keep the trees looking great.
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Julie Yoney
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Very friendly and hard-working and efficient
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Veteran-owned and fully insured, Arbor Vet Tree Service delivers expert tree removal, pruning, maintenance, and 24/7 storm emergencies across Snohomish County.

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