Gig Harbor, WA

Tree Service in Gig Harbor, WA

Tree removal, pruning, stump grinding and 24/7 emergency tree service for Gig Harbor homeowners and property owners, from a licensed, bonded and insured crew based in Port Orchard.

Tree Care Across the County Line

Gig Harbor sits in Pierce County, on the Gig Harbor Peninsula at the southern end of the Kitsap Peninsula. We’re based in Port Orchard, up SR 16 in Kitsap County, and Gig Harbor is part of our regular service area. The county line doesn’t change the work: dead or damaged trees still need to come down safely, healthy trees still benefit from good pruning, and stumps still get in the way.

If you’re in the city of Gig Harbor or the unincorporated areas around it, call (360) 590-8771 for a free estimate. We also serve nearby Purdy and Fox Island.

At a Glance

How a Gig Harbor Tree Project Works

No two properties are the same, but most projects follow the same path from first call to cleanup:

1

Tell us what you're seeing

A leaning tree, a limb over the roof, stumps you want gone. Call or send the form below; photos help.
2

Free on-site estimate

We look at the tree’s condition, what’s around it and how equipment will reach it, and we talk through what you want the result to be.
3

A recommendation you understand

Removal, pruning, or sometimes leaving a tree alone. We’ll explain the reasons, not just the price.
4

Careful work, then cleanup

Trees near homes come down in sections. We’ll agree on what happens to the wood, debris and stump before work begins.

Tree Removal

When a tree is dead, badly decayed, split, unstable, or simply in the wrong place, tree removal is the safe choice. Removals near houses, decks and fences are planned piece by piece so nothing lands where it shouldn’t.

Trimming, Pruning and View Work

Tree trimming and pruning removes dead wood, clears roofs and driveways, and thins dense canopies that catch wind. If your property looks out toward the water or the mountains, careful limb removal and thinning can often open a view without removing trees. We don’t top trees; topping leads to weak, fast regrowth and decay.

Stump Grinding

Stump grinding takes stumps down below the surface so the ground can be leveled, seeded, planted or built on. It can be done right after a removal or for stumps that have been there for years.

Emergency Tree Service

If a tree or limb has fallen on your home, car or driveway, or a cracked tree is leaning toward something, call (360) 590-8771. Emergency tree service is available 24/7. Keep people away from the tree, and stay clear of any power lines.

Tree worker cutting a limb high in a tree

Before Your Estimate

To make the most of your free estimate, have a few things in mind:

  • Which trees you’re concerned about and why: a lean, dead limbs, crowding, a view or a project.
  • Anything near the trees we should know about, like septic components, irrigation or buried lines.
  • How to reach the trees: gates, slopes, soft lawns or a steep driveway.
  • What you want done with the wood, debris and stumps.

When to Schedule Tree Work

Late winter, while many trees are dormant, is often a good time for pruning because the branch structure is easy to see. Fall is a good time to have trees near the house looked at before storm season. Dead, cracked or hanging limbs, though, should be dealt with whenever they’re found; there’s no reason to wait for the calendar if a branch is hanging over your roof.

City of Gig Harbor or Pierce County?

Gig Harbor is an incorporated city, and much of the surrounding peninsula is unincorporated Pierce County. Before removing trees, especially near the shoreline, streams, wetlands or steep slopes, check with the City of Gig Harbor if you’re inside city limits, or with Pierce County if you’re not.

Gig Harbor Tree Service FAQs

Do you really come to Gig Harbor from Port Orchard?

Yes. Gig Harbor is part of our regular service area, along SR 16 from our Port Orchard base. We also serve Purdy and Fox Island.

Can you clear branches that are blocking my view?

Often, yes. Selective limb removal and crown thinning can open views while keeping the tree healthy. We’ll tell you honestly if a request would harm the tree.

Will you top my trees to lower them?

No. Topping damages trees and leads to weak regrowth that can become a hazard. There are better ways to manage height and views.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Gig Harbor?

It depends on the property and the tree. Check with the City of Gig Harbor or Pierce County, depending on where you are, before removing trees near water, wetlands or slopes.

Can a stump be ground if a tree was removed years ago?

Yes. Old stumps can be ground below the surface just like fresh ones, so you can level and replant the area.

What should I do after a windstorm?

From a safe distance, look for cracked trunks, hanging limbs or trees with a new lean near your house, driveway and power lines. If something looks ready to fall, call (360) 590-8771; emergency service is available 24/7.

How do I get an estimate?

Call (360) 590-8771 or use the form below. Estimates are free.

Request a Free Gig Harbor Estimate

Tell us about your trees and where the property is. Call (360) 590-8771 or send a request, and we’ll get back to you with a free estimate. For a tree emergency, call any time, 24/7.