Tree Service in Ellensburg, WA

Yakima Tree Services provides tree removal, tree trimming, stump grinding, wind and storm damage cleanup and land clearing for homes, rentals, farms and businesses in Ellensburg, Washington. From established neighborhoods near Central Washington University to rural properties across the Kittitas Valley, we help Ellensburg property owners keep their trees safe, healthy and under control.

Every job starts with a free on-site estimate, so you know exactly what’s involved and what it costs before any work begins. Request your free Ellensburg tree service estimate →

Tree Services in Ellensburg

• Tree removal: safe removal of dead, leaning, wind-damaged and unwanted trees near homes, rentals and power lines.
• Tree trimming and pruning: deadwood removal, crown thinning to reduce wind load, roof and sidewalk clearance and fruit tree pruning.
• Stump grinding: grinding stumps below ground level so you can reseed, plant or build.
• Wind and storm damage: removing fallen trees and broken limbs from homes, vehicles, fences and driveways.
• Land and lot clearing: clearing brush, trees and stumps on lots and acreage, including wildfire defensible space.
• Tree health assessments: checking sick, damaged or risky trees and recommending the right next step.

Built for Ellensburg’s Wind

Ellensburg is known as one of the windiest places in Washington. Strong, steady winds funnel through the Kittitas Valley much of the year, and they take a real toll on trees. Tall, top-heavy and poorly structured trees are more likely to lose limbs, split or uproot, and constant wind can leave trees leaning or lopsided over time.

The right pruning makes a big difference. Crown thinning lets wind pass through the canopy instead of catching it like a sail, removing dead and weakly attached limbs reduces what can break off, and early structural pruning helps young trees grow strong enough to handle the wind. For trees that are already badly damaged or leaning toward a house, safe removal is often the best option.

Cold Winters, Snow and Dry Summers

Ellensburg’s winters are colder and snowier than Yakima’s, and heavy snow and ice can bend and break branches, especially on evergreens and trees with dense crowns. Summers are hot and dry, so trees that aren’t getting deep, regular water can become drought-stressed and more vulnerable to pests and breakage. A combination of good pruning, proper watering and regular inspections helps trees cope with both extremes.

Tree Care Across Ellensburg and the Kittitas Valley

Ellensburg’s older neighborhoods around downtown and Central Washington University have many large, mature shade trees, including maples, elms and other species planted decades ago. These trees add character and shade but need regular trimming to keep limbs off roofs, sidewalks and power lines.

With a large rental market serving CWU students, we also work with landlords and property managers who need trees kept safe, clean and clear of buildings, often across several properties.

Outside town, Kittitas Valley farms, hay ground and rural acreage bring different needs: maintaining and replacing windbreaks, clearing trees and brush along fence lines and irrigation ditches, and thinning trees and brush to create wildfire defensible space on properties toward the surrounding foothills.

Why Ellensburg Property Owners Choose Yakima Tree Services

• Wind-smart pruning: trimming that reduces wind load and breakage risk.
• Clear, upfront pricing: a written estimate before any work starts.
• Safety first: careful planning, proper rigging and protective equipment on every job.
• Experience with rentals and rural properties: from student rentals in town to acreage in the valley.
• Complete cleanup: branches chipped and wood hauled away or left as firewood.

Areas We Serve

We provide tree service in Ellensburg and the surrounding Kittitas Valley, as well as throughout Yakima and nearby communities including Selah, Union Gap and Moxee. See all the areas we serve.

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